Preparing for Learning in Health & Social Care
This course is aimed at you if you want to progress with learning for health and social care careers, but also need to develop your confidence and resilience for returning to learning. This three-day course enables you...
Course description
This course is aimed at you if you want to progress with learning for health and social care careers, but also need to develop your confidence and resilience for returning to learning.
This three-day course enables you to explore different strategies and tips to help you prepare for further study and qualifications. You will be encouraged to create your own personal 'learning survival kit' to help build the resilience and confidence required for further study and training within the health and social care sector.
Course contentThe course explores:
- Barriers to learning and overcoming these
- Growth mindset
- Wellbeing and learning
- Basic introduction to academic skills, note-taking and research
- Creating a 'learning survival kit'
What can this course lead to?
Course progression
Upon completion, you could progress onto a further course, including:
- After completion of the course, students could continue to develop their understanding and skill set by enrolling onto relevant courses to further support their career pathway. Suggested courses:
- Preparing for Learning in Health and Social Care
- Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to HSC and Children's and Young People's Settings
- Level 1 Award in Mental Health
- Level 1 Award in Substance Misuse
- Level 1 Award in Alcohol Awareness
- Level 1 Award in Stress Awareness
- Level 1 Award in Mentoring
- Upskilling in courses relating to English, Maths and ICT
Visit the National Careers Service website for more information about careers available in this sector.
Course session dates
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14 February 2026 - 16 December 2026 9:30am - 4:30pmApply
Other Resources
Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, the Sports Village, where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates.
Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.
Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
The course information on this page was last updated 17 July 2026.
