There are many rewarding careers in health and care, from the NHS to nursing care and humanitarian aid.
Grow your career in Health & Social Care
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? A career in health and care could be perfect for you. Whether you’re interested in nursing, social work, counseling, or working with the elderly, our comprehensive courses provide the skills and training you need.
You’ll benefit from our state-of-the-art facilities, including a new £7 million Immersive Health and Social Care Education Suite. The sector offers diverse and rewarding careers, from the NHS to residential homes and humanitarian aid organisations.
View the latest Labour Market Information by sector to see the average salary and projected job growth for your dream career!
Why study with us?
Courses are taught by experienced health and social care professionals from diverse backgrounds, providing you with real-life experiences and expertise.
Train in a realistic health ward, allowing them to learn best practices in a work-based environment, including hygiene.
We have great employer links, allowing yo to secure placements in a range of health and care settings.
During placement, you may find yourself in a hospital, a rehabilitation centre, a care home or even a day centre.
You will be prepared with the knowledge and experience to apply for University degrees including social care, mental health nursing and radiotherapy.
Health & Social Care Success Stories
The staff at the College also have plenty of health industry experience, for example in nursing. They could use their own skills and experience to help us develop and build our own confidence.
Analise Williams, T Levels in Health
My favourite thing about studying here is getting the opportunity to learn new things and applying them to real life through my placements and volunteering.
Daniel Watson, Level 2 Health and Social Care
I have fond memories of studying with Middlesbrough College; it was a stepping-stone to where I am now in my career.
Julian Nwosu, Access to HE in Health
I have gained valuable industry knowledge which has given me an advantage and will set me up for any jobs I apply to in the future.
Charlotte Worthy, T Level in Health and Social Care (Level 3)
The teaching staff have your best interests at heart and they will constantly go above and beyond to help you achieve your goals.
Stephen Owens, Access to HE in Humanities
Careers in Health & Social Care
Potential salary
£29,941.56
Entry level salary
£5,808.13
Average salary
£18,162.00
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
137
Potential salary
£56,857.19
Entry level salary
£20,684.08
Average salary
£37,764.00
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
21
Potential salary
£71,680.68
Entry level salary
£28,161.72
Average salary
£48,324.68
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
3
Potential salary
£56,960.31
Entry level salary
£23,605.38
Average salary
£42,309.00
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
17
Potential salary
£46,311.04
Entry level salary
£15,695.40
Average salary
£29,998.67
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
15
Potential salary
£45,167.40
Entry level salary
£14,688.62
Average salary
£30,421.58
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
9
Potential salary
£53,273.70
Entry level salary
£17,908.28
Average salary
£31,608.87
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
1
Employers we work with
- James Cook
- North Tees
- Thirteen Group
- Teesside Hospice
- Priory Woods
Health & Social Care courses
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health – Nursing/Paramedic/Midwifery) (Day) – Level 3
Health & Social Care
Part Time
|
1 year
Skills and Education Group Access (SEGA)
|
Age Group:
(19+)
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health – Nursing/Paramedic/Midwifery) (Distance Learning) – Level 3
Health & Social Care
Part Time
|
1 year
Skills and Education Group Access (SEGA)
|
Age Group:
(19+)
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health – Nursing/Paramedic/Midwifery) (Evening) – Level 3
Health & Social Care
Part Time
|
1 year
Skills and Education Group Access (SEGA)
|
Age Group:
(19+)
BA (Hons) Social and Community Studies (Top-up) – Full Time – Level 6
Health & Social Care
Higher Education
|
1 year
The Open University
BSc (Hons) Health, Wellbeing and Social Care (Top-up) – Full Time – Level 6
Health & Social Care
Higher Education
|
1 year
The Open University
Certificate in Higher Education in Health, Wellbeing and Social Care – Full Time – Level 4
Health & Social Care
Higher Education
|
1 year
The Open University
Dental Nursing Apprenticeship – Level 3
Health & Social Care
Apprenticeship
|
18 Months
City and Guilds
Diploma in Dental Nursing – Level 3
Health & Social Care
Part Time
|
18 Months
City & Guilds
|
Age Group:
(19+)
Exploring Health and Social Care – Level 1
Health & Social Care
Full Time
|
1 year
CACHE
|
Age Group:
(16-18)