Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
The Health & Social Care industry is the largest growing sector in the world, but there is a shortage of skilled staff within the industry.
Working in the care sector will put you at the heart of your community. Our courses are designed to give you the skills and knowledge you’ll need when working in a Health and Social Care environment, caring for young people, adults and the elderly.
Why Study With Us?
Industry links
We have formed industry partnerships across the sector including with the NHS, pharmacies, care homes, local authorities and more.
Professional staff
Our staff are highly qualified and have experience across the Health & Social Care sector.
Community
We have a great relationship with our local community which our students often get involved in for their work placements.
Excellent facilities
We have state-of-the-art healthcare simulation facilities which immerse our students into their hands-on learning.
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing Courses
- School Leavers
- Adult Learners
- University-level Courses
Start Date: September
Level 1 Foundations of Health and Childcare
Start Date: September 2026
Start Date: September
Start Date: September
Start Date: September
Start Date: September
Access to Higher Education - Healthcare Professions Pathway
Start Date: September
Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care
Start Date: September
Start Date: September 2026
Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry to Professional Practice for Dental Nurses (Diploma)
Start Date: Various dates
BSc (Hons) Health and Well-being (Top-Up)
Start Date: September 2026
Start Date: September 2026
Wakefield College Childcare and Health Newsletter 2026
Meet Our Students
“I had the opportunity to work both as Pinderfields Hospital in Respiratory Medicine and in a GP surgery as a T Level student."
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
“I completed my T Level Health placement at Pinderfields hospital in A&E and the spinal injuries department."
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
"I’ve learnt a lot of clinical skills on the course and my experience has helped me secure a job as a Healthcare Support Worker with the NHS."
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
“The thing I enjoyed most about studying T Level Health was going on placement and building relationships with patients"
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
I enjoy this course and like listening to all the realistic stories from past events that relate to topics I’m learning in class.
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
I chose to study this course because it matches my career aspirations as I want to be a Paediatric Nurse.
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
have enjoyed learning lots of new things about dementia, mental health issues and different kinds of abuse.
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
There are a few careers I’d like to do in the future such as a psychologist, occupational therapist and a social worker.
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
Our support services are second to none and we are here to help you succeed.
Learn about our Support Services
Worried about the cost of studying? Financial Support maybe available.
Learn about Financial Support
Applications now open. You can apply through UCAS or directly to the University Centre.
Learn how to apply
Visit an Open Event to find out more about our courses and speak with an advisor.
View our forthcoming Open Events