Looking to start a career in adult care?
Our Skills Bootcamp is a fully funded, part-time course designed to give you the skills, knowledge and confidence to step into a care role. You don’t need any previous experience, just the motivation to learn and make a difference.
Delivered face-to-face, 2-3 days a week (9:30am–2:30pm), this flexible course fits around school hours and gives you practical, real-world knowledge aligned to what employers are looking for in the care sector.
You’ll gain an Emergency First Aid Certificate, a Mental Health First Aid Certificate, a Moving and Handling Awareness Certificate, and cover units from the City & Guilds Level 3 Preparing to Work in Adult Care.
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Get Set for learning new skills
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What’s involved?
- Short 8 week course delivered in person
- 2-3 sessions per week, 9:30am-2.30pm
- One-to-one coaching and support
- Gain the knowledge and skills required to work in adult care
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Who’s eligible?
- Adults 19+
- With the right to work in the UK
- Unemployed and actively seeking work
- Living in West Sussex
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What you’ll gain.
- Mental Health First Aid Certificate
- Emergncy First Aid Certificate
- Moving and Handling Awareness Certificate
- A fast-track route into a care apprenticeship
- Guaranteed job interview upon completion
Course content
Career boosting-skills
The care role – understand responsibilities and what working in care involves.
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Communication – develop skills to communicate clearly and handle information in a care setting.
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Safeguarding – recognise and respond to signs of harm or abuse.
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Person-centred care – deliver care based on individual needs and preferences.
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Health and safety – work safely and understand risks in care environments.
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Moving and handling – learn safe techniques and use of equipment.
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Mental health awareness – understand dementia, learning disabilities and wellbeing.
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First aid – respond to emergencies and support individuals in crisis.
Got a question?
Frequently asked questions
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How much does the Skills Bootcamp cost?
The Skills Bootcamps are completely free, as they are funded by the Department of Education (DfE).
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Am I guaranteed a job at the end of it?
We can only guarantee a job interview.
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Do we have exams throughout the course?
Yes, depending on what Skills Bootcamp you are on, you will have exams to complete throughout.
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Are the sessions recorded?
Yes, certain parts of the sessions are recorded and are sent to you by the tutor via Microsoft Teams.
