Career Pathways in Health, Education and Childcare
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Looking to build a career in Teaching, Early Years or Health & Social Care?
Our courses are designed as clear pathways, helping you to move step by step towards roles such as a social worker, teaching assistant or care manager. You can start with an entry-level programme to gain confidence and skills, then progress through advanced courses that deepen your knowledge and open the door to higher qualifications and new job opportunities.
With expert tutors and industry-recognised qualifications, we’ll support you at every stage, whether you’re just starting out, aiming for a promotion, or planning a complete career change. Explore the pathways below to see how our courses can help you reach your career goals.
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£33,100 Average salary in Health & Social Care
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£35,850 Average salary in Teaching
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£26,690 Average salary in Early Years
Discover your Pathway
Dementia
Support individuals living with dementia and make a meaningful impact in their care.
Early Years
Develop a career working with young children in a supportive, flexible, and rewarding environment.
Health and Social Care
Make a difference in people’s lives through compassionate and professional care.
Prepare for Children's Social Care
Study towards a meaningful career supporting children, young people, and families.
Prepare to Care
Gain essential skills towards a rewarding career in health and social care.
SEND
Explore how mental health, learning difficulties, and neurodiversity affect children and their families.
Special Support Assistant
Develop essential skills to support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
Teaching Assistant
Acquire the skills, knowledge and behaviours necessary to work successfully support teachers in primary or secondary schools.
Working in Early Years
Pursue a career in nursery, preschool, school or family support services.
Working in Health and Social Care
Build on your experience and make a greater impact in the lives of others.
Working in Mental Health
Build a career in mental health support, care or education and support wellbeing in your community.
Working in Schools and Colleges
Enhance your experience with a recognised qualification to advance your career in education.
Youth Social Worker
Gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to begin a rewarding career in youth work or social care.
It all starts with you.
The great news about investing in these qualifications is that the industry itself is buoyant with ever-increasing opportunities to work in various care and education organisations. In fact, it is now Lancashire's largest employment sector so jobs are plentiful. This also means that as well as entry level positions, there are also more managerial openings for those with a passion for care who want to progress.
These courses help employers upskill or reskill staff to meet future needs, retain valued employees, and support career growth. Funding may be available, contact our Business Development Team using the link below to check eligibility.
Our Courses for Adult Learners are...
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Discover available Financial SupportAffordable
Many of our adult courses are FREE or come with no upfront fees. If you're not eligible for a free place, you could still apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover your course fees. Plus, there’s plenty of additional financial support available, so be sure to visit our Financial Support for Adult Learners page to explore your options.
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More on Learning SupportSupportive
With our extensive experience of helping adult learners achieve their career goals, we understand that there are times when you need a helping hand to reach your full potential. As well as help with finance, we also offer study support to help you academically and well-being support to ensure you can make the most of your time at college.
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About Careers ServiceEmployment-focused
With input from over 1,800 employers and industry specialist tutors, our courses are designed to support your progression into your chosen career. Need help planning your future? Our Careers team can provide you expert advice and guidance so you can decide which is the right course for you.
What's next?
Discover the right course for you from the list of subjects above and apply.
Download our Prospectus for Adult Learners for more information about adult provision at B&FC.
Book a place at our next Open Event - a great opportunity to meet the tutors, ask questions and check out our facilities.
Contact our Course Enquiries Team if you have any questions or concerns about Free Courses for Jobs at B&FC.
Call: 01253 504343
Email: info@blackpool.ac.uk
How to Apply
Make a start as soon as you can and you'll be one step closer to starting the next stage of your educational journey with us.