Health and Social Care Bootcamp: Learn, Grow and Succeed in Your Career

 

The Kent County Council Skills for Life Bootcamp in Adult Social Care is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in the social care sector. Closely aligned with the knowledge and competencies required for the Level 2 Care Certificate, this programme provides an ideal entry route for individuals new to care or looking for a structured induction.

 

Over 7 weeks this bootcamp covers the essential foundation for anyone starting a career in care, You'll also have the chance to specialise in areas such as Dementia an End-of-Life Care or Medication Administration once you move into employment.

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Whether you're new to care or looking to build on exisiting experience, this bootcamp not only builds knowledge but also develops confidence, employability, and readiness for real-world social care roles.

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What You'll Learn:

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Generalist Route (7 Weeks)

• Week 1 – Your role and duty of care as a social care worker

• Week 2 – Health and safety & infection control

• Week 3 – Understanding mental health and learning disabilities (Autism, Dementia)

• Week 4 – Food safety, nutrition & diabetes awareness

• Week 5 (Face-to-Face) – Moving & handling procedures, Emergency First Aid

• Week 6 – Digital technologies & interview skills

• Week 7 – Awareness of medication & end-of-life care

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Specialist Routes (Optional Continuation After Employment)

Dementia Care & End-of-Life Care (Weeks 8–10)

• Communicating around death and dying

• Principles of end-of-life and dementia care

• Supporting individuals with dementia

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Medication Administration (Weeks 8–10)

• Safe record-keeping and auditing

• Understanding different types of medication

• Storage, supply, and legislation for medication

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Take the next step in your career in adult social care with our health and social care bootcamp and discover what you can achieve!

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