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Healthcare and health sciences

Our full-time courses in healthcare and health sciences can lead to a variety of careers including care roles, social work and youth work. Students are given the support and skills required to progress in their chosen area, and will be taught by teachers with experience in this challenging, yet rewarding sector.

Healthcare and health sciences courses


Why choose healthcare and health sciences at West Notts?

Great opportunities

You will have access to great opportunities to support work placements as well as links with NTU so you can continue your study to university-level right here at West Notts.

Teachers with industry knowhow

Our healthcare and health sciences teachers come with a wealth of skills and knowledge including previous work experience in health and care settings, and knowledge of first aid, fire safety, safeguarding children and COSHH – so they really know their stuff!

Train in industry-standard facilities

You’ll get to work in our brand new practice room, designed to reflect real life situations and working environments. We have a selection of beds, caring equipment, and full-size dummies so that you can get hands-on experience from day one!

Be part of the 'Learning Company'

Learning companies offer exciting opportunities to gain additional skills and experience through real-life projects to enhance your CV and build your confidence and connections.

As a healthcare and health sciences student, you’ll actively participate in a range of fundraising activities that support local and national charities. Not only will you raise funds, but you’ll also help raise awareness within the local community.

In the past, our students have organised impactful events like Christmas markets and non-uniform days, engaging in various fundraising activities to support a diverse range of local charities. Some of the organisations we have collaborated with include MacmIlian, The Lashes Foundation, Storehouse, and John Eastwood Hospice. Moreover, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work with Mentell, a charity dedicated to ending the stigma around men’s mental health. Through this collaboration, you’ll contribute to creating confidential spaces for men to share their thoughts and experiences.

Additionally, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with Forget Me Not, a local charity providing support to individuals with dementia and their caregivers. During these experiences, you’ll engage with elderly clients with dementia, participating in memory activities and making a meaningful impact in their lives

Healthcare and Health Sciences at West Notts College

Take a look at the college’s healthcare and health sciences mock ward and hear more from staff and students about the training opportunities available in this care-centred area of study.


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Guided Campus Tour

Get a glimpse into the facilities you will be using as a healthcare and health sciences student at West Notts College.


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Why choose West Notts?

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Courses created in partnership with local employers to meet their specific workforce needs.

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Excellent student support services from careers and financial advice to health and wellbeing.

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We offer a flexible and cost-effective travel pass to all students and apprentices.

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We have nine campuses each boasting a number of state-of-the-art facilities.

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We offer a wide-range of FREE* adult courses.*subject to eligibility.

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