Access to Higher Education – Health & Social Care
| Study Level | Level 3 |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Study Mode | Full-time |
| Start Date | September 2026 |
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health and social care jobs in Bradford£ 23400
average annual pay for Support Workers£ 39000
average annual pay for Registered Specialist NursesOur Facilities
Bradford College offers comprehensive health and social care facilities designed to equip students with the practical skills and knowledge necessary for careers in the healthcare and social services sectors. The college features specialized simulation rooms, including mock hospital wards and care environments, where students can gain hands-on experience in realistic settings. These facilities allow learners to practice key skills in patient care, first aid, and social work, using industry-standard equipment. Students benefit from expert guidance in these well-equipped spaces, preparing them for a wide range of roles in health and social care. Additionally, Bradford College maintains strong links with local healthcare providers, offering students opportunities for work placements and real-world experience, ensuring they are job-ready upon graduation.
Healthcare Facilities
Hospital Teaching Room
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Our Alumni
With the support I received from [Bradford College] I felt that this is the right place for me to stay and continue with my degree because it became like a home to me from the first day I went to Bradford College for enrolment. I felt at home, I felt a different atmosphere, I felt comfortable.
Adeline Fogui Tchana
BA (Hons) Social Work Alumnus
The really special thing about the course is that it's actually transformative. It's not just about learning some stuff and getting a certificate at the end of it. It transforms you as a human being because you have to look into yourself in order to be a counsellor in order to understand psychology.
Frazer Ormandroyd
BA (Hons) Counselling and Psychology in Community Settings
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