East Kent Colleges (EKC) Group is a family of six community-based Colleges and training centres across East Kent.
Our core mission is to meet the needs of our community and that includes supporting your business. We’re here to build your talent pool, upskilling your existing staff and inspiring your future workforce.
We have a range of existing training programmes for you to tap into – from assistive technology in health and care environments, to building digital skills, interpreting big data, cloud technology and cyber security.
Health and Social Care
We give our students the skills, knowledge and training they need to further their careers in health and social care.
Our new Health and Social Care curriculum offer more opportunities than ever before to give new entrants and those already working in the sector the skills they need to power their careers.
We also give businesses the ability to upskill staff and find the best new recruits locally.
Take a look at the courses available below and find the ones that’s right for you or your team.
Level 2 Award: Introduction to Assistive Technology in Health and Care Environments
The Level 2 Award in Introduction to Assistive Technology in Health & Care Environments is designed to provide learners with foundational knowledge and understanding of assistive technology and its applications within health and care settings.
This course equips participants with essential skills to effectively utilise assistive technology to support individuals with disabilities or health conditions in accessing care services, enhancing their independence, and improving their quality of life.
Level 3 Award: Using Assistive Technology in Health and Care Environments
The Level 3 Award in Using Assistive Technology in Health & Care Environments is an advanced course designed to equip learners with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in the utilisation of assistive technology to enhance care delivery and support individuals with diverse needs.
This course goes beyond the introductory level to explore advanced concepts, strategies, and applications of assistive technology within health and care settings.
Level 4 Award: Developing Awareness of Assisted Living Technology
The Level 4 Award in Developing Awareness of Assisted Living Technology is an advanced course designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, applications, and implications of assisted living technology (ALT).
This course focuses on equipping participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to critically evaluate, implement, and optimise assisted living technologies to support independent living and enhance the quality of life for individuals in various contexts.
Level 5 Award: Managing Assistive Technology in Health and Care Environments
The Level 5 Award in Managing Assistive Technology in Health & Care Environments is an advanced course tailored for professionals in managerial roles within health and care settings.
This course is designed to equip participants with the strategic knowledge, leadership skills, and operational expertise required to effectively manage the ethical implementation, utilisation, and optimisation of assistive technology (AT) to enhance care delivery and support individuals with diverse needs.
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Talk to us in depth about the skills you need.
Together we can create a bespoke training package that suits your business. We’re here for skills development across East Kent, we’re here for you.