The health and social care sector is full of opportunities to help you support those who need it most. By choosing NHC’s health and social care pathway, you’ll develop key skills needed to work in areas like care and support, nursing, paramedics, midwifery, social work, and allied health professionals including speech and language therapy, dietetics, occupational therapy and physiotherapy and many more.
Learners have access to our NHS-standard mock hospital ward, realistic independent living space, health lab and therapy room, giving you experience using specialised equipment ahead of working with real patients.  All courses include work experience or an industry placement within the sector, enabling you to put theory into practice. Whatever field of health or social care you aspire to work in, a health and social care course at NHC will kickstart your career.
With North Hertfordshire College, you can Stay Close to home while you build the skills, knowledge, and confidence to Go Far in your future!
Take that first step towards your career by choosing a Health & Social Care pathway at NHC.
Finding your pathway doesn’t have to be difficult! Our top tip for choosing your perfect path is to think about the things you enjoy doing already, whether that’s in school or in your hobbies.
We think our Health & Social Care pathway is a great option for anyone who enjoys supporting others and understanding how the human body works.
This pathway combines developing your theoretical knowledge with hands-on opportunities for supporting others and working in real care settings.
By choosing a Health & Social Care pathway at North Hertfordshire College, you’ll develop a brilliant range of sector-specific and transferable skills to support you on your journey to success. These include:
Discover Health & Social Care at NHC and take the first step on your career pathway. There’s a variety of routes to explore within the care sector, from working with children to supporting adult patients.
Your career options include:
Further study options are also available in the industry, including:
Summer completed her Health & Social Care diploma at North Hertfordshire College. During her time with us, she learnt more about different care roles and how to support patients with a range of needs. She volunteered in national schemes, took part in placements, and developed a strong set of technical skills.
Now, Summer works in the cardiology department at a local hospital.
Where will your NHC journey take you?
NHC is here to help you prepare for your future. Work with teams of excellent industry-experienced tutors to build your knowledge, develop your confidence, and refine the skills you need to stand out in your chosen industry.
What are you waiting for? Start your NHC journey today.
Our team are here to help. You can contact our admissions team by emailing Admissions@nhc.ac.uk, and someone will be able to assist you.
North Hertfordshire College also offers professional and hobby courses for adult learners who are looking to further their skills and knowledge.
With flexible learning opportunities and funding support available, NHC’s courses are a great way to achieve your goals.
