Skills Bootcamp in Health and Social Care
Off-the-Job’ Training Explained
Accelerate Your Career in Health and Social Care
Want to begin a new career or enhance your skills in a sector that really matters? Our Health and Social Care Skills Bootcamp provides FREE, flexible training to help you gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in one of the UK’s most rewarding industries.
What Does a Skills Bootcamp Involve?
Skills Bootcamps, part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee, help adults quickly develop in-demand skills and move into employment or better-paid roles. Offered in partnership with local employers and training providers, they address real skills shortages and create career opportunities across East Sussex and beyond.
Why Pursue a Career in Health and Social Care?
Health and Social Care is a rapidly expanding sector, offering diverse job opportunities in residential care, home support, hospitals, and community services. Whether you want to support vulnerable people, explore healthcare, or start a new career path, this Bootcamp is the ideal place to begin.
This course will focus on key areas including:
- Principles of Communication
- Principles of Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
- Principles of Safeguarding and Protection
- Principles for Implementing Duty of Care
- Understanding the Role of the Social Care Worker
Who Is Eligible to Apply
You can apply if you:
- Are aged 19 or over
- Live in East Sussex or the surrounding area
- If you are unemployed or employed but ready for career change there is no cost
- Can commit to attending training over several weeks
- Have a keen interest in working in health or social care
- No prior experience is required – just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn!
Program Information
- Location: East Sussex (blended learning options available)
- Duration: 4 to 6 weeks ( 3 days in a week )
- Cost: FREE for eligible learners, funded by East Sussex County Council and the Department for Education
- Start Dates: Rolling enrolment throughout the year
Learner Benefits
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Upon completing the course, learners may:
Receive a complete training package
Be guaranteed a job interview with a local care provider
Move on to further training, such as Level 2/3 diplomas or apprenticeships
Access extra support to develop employability skills
Get guidance with job applications, practice interviews, and showcasing their skills and strengths