Gain the skills, knowledge and qualifications you need to start a career in health and social care.
Health, Care and Science
Full time courses
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Learn from highly qualified tutors
Our tutors have industry experience and are specialists in a wide variety of health and social care areas.
They will support you as you study a range of units including communication skills, individual care needs, rights and responsibilities, equal opportunities and human growth and development.
This allows you to develop the skills and knowledge you need to progress into the health and social care industry.
Assistive Technology courses
We are driving an exciting initiative that will help to shape the future of Health and Care services in East Kent, embracing assistive and digital technologies with a focus on enhancing the care experience for those with dementia.
Our blended learning courses combine online study with sessions in our on-site facilities.
Develop your knowledge with guided classes and immerse yourself in assisted technology in our dedicated Assistive Technology Suites.
Contact us to learn more.
EKC Folkestone College launches Assistive Technology Room
11 December 2024
Professionals in the Health and Care sector are looking to the future following the launch of the College’s Assistive Technology Room.
Industry Links
Whether it is hearing from a range of professional guest speakers, completing industry placements, or even visiting top-class facilities, when you study with us you will be able to take advantage of our range of excellent industry links and gain practical experience in the workplace.
Our dedicated Industry Liaison Officers are there to help you find placements and develop your employability skills within the sector.
State-of-the-art facilities and equipment
Develop your skills with our industry-standard equipment and facilities.
We are due to launch a new assistive technology room to help you gain hands-on experience and prepare you for work in the health and social care industry.
How you apply for a course at EKC Folkestone College
Step 1 – Find a subject you’re interested in
Explore our subject areas, and see which of our courses is right for you.
Step 2 – Apply
Apply for your chosen course via our website.
Step 3 – Come to an interview
Come along to an applicant day here at EKC Folkestone College, where you can meet our team and enrol onto one of our courses.
“Everyone on the course has chosen to be here, people genuinely want to learn, and it’s easy to concentrate.
I’ve always wanted to help people, especially those who face mental health challenges or disabilities, and I hope to become a mental health nurse in the future. This course is a great step towards my goal.”
Charlotte
Level 3 Health and Social Care
“I want to become a paramedic so this course feels like the perfect fit for me because I love helping people and making a real difference.
The teachers have been amazing too; they’re so friendly and approachable, which really helps you feel supported.”
Danny
Level 3 Health and Social Care
Career prospects
Example:
Social workers
Role description
We’re part of six community-based colleges
