Health and Social Care Apprenticeships in Wales
Begin a rewarding career with one of the leading Health and Social Care training providers in Wales
Working in health and social care is one of the most rewarding careers available. Every day, care professionals make a positive difference to the lives of individuals, families and communities across Wales. Whether you’re supporting older adults, people with disabilities or individuals with complex care needs, your role has a lasting impact.
As one of the most established health and social care training providers in Wales, Educ8 Training delivers high-quality apprenticeship programmes designed to help learners develop the knowledge, skills and confidence required to succeed in the sector. We have supported employers and learners across Wales for many years, helping address skills shortages and build a highly skilled care workforce.
Why study Health and Social Care with Educ8 Training
Our Health and Social Care programmes combine practical workplace experience with nationally recognised qualifications, allowing learners to develop their skills while continuing to work.
With Educ8 Training, you will get:
• Flexible apprenticeship programmes
• Blended online and face-to-face learning
• Dedicated one-to-one support from experienced trainer coaches
• 24/7 access to online learning resources
• Qualifications tailored to workplace needs
• Practical learning that can be applied immediately within care settings
As leading health and social care training providers in Wales, we understand the demands of the care sector and offer flexible learning solutions that fit around busy shift patterns and workplace responsibilities.
What you learn during your Healthcare qualification
Our programmes are designed for both new and experienced care professionals looking to develop their careers.
Learners will gain essential skills in:
• Person-centred care
• Safeguarding and wellbeing
• Effective communication
• Supporting individuals with diverse needs
• Professional practice
• Building positive relationships
• Health and safety in care settings
• Equality, diversity and inclusion
• Supporting independence and wellbeing
• Leadership and management within care services
Alongside workplace learning, learners complete mandatory and optional units that support career progression and specialisation in areas such as dementia care, disability support and child health and wellbeing.
Health and Social Care apprenticeships near you – delivered across Wales
QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care
Our QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification is ideal for those beginning a career in the care sector.
This qualification provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to work confidently in health and social care settings. Learners will develop an understanding of person-centred approaches, professional responsibilities and how to deliver high-quality care and support.
The QCF Level 2 programme helps learners build confidence while gaining valuable workplace experience and recognised qualifications.
Progress your career with Level 3 Health and Social Care
For care professionals ready to progress their careers, our Level 3 Health and Social Care apprenticeship supports the development of more advanced knowledge and leadership skills.
The qualification focuses on both core knowledge and practical application, enabling learners to enhance their professional practice while supporting career progression into senior care roles.
Level 2 Health and Social Care
19 Months
Level 2 is an entry level qualification for those taking their first steps in a career in the Health and Social Care sector. The course combines two qualifications - the Core which provides the theoretical knowledge followed by Practice which is assessed in the workplace.
Level 3 Health and Social Care
19 Months
Level 3 is specifically designed for those working, or seeking to work in the Health and Social Care sector. Care settings can include: care homes, supported living, mental health settings, domiciliary care and learning disabilities to name a few.
" It has helped me move through promotions in my workplace and enabled me to work my way up the career ladder. "
Build a career that makes sense
Whether you’re looking to start your career with a QCF Level 2 qualification or progress towards more advanced health and social care apprenticeships, Educ8 Training can help you achieve your goals.
Join thousands of learners who have developed rewarding careers through one of the most trusted health and social care training providers in Wales and gain the skills needed to make a positive impact every day.
Health and Social Care apprenticeships in Wales FAQs
We have lots of apprenticeship vacancies – visit our list of vacancies page and apply. If you are already working within health and social care and looking to upskill in your current role you can still study with us. Contact us to chat.
You can study an apprenticeship by either applying for one of our apprenticeship vacancies, or you can study if you are already in employment. If you are looking for a job and considering an apprenticeship – take a look at our vacancies page. If you are already in a job role and want to boost your skills, we offer fully funded qualifications – with no cost to you or your employer.
If you want to enter the health and social care sector, we have many courses available. You could study Health and Social Care if you would like to work with adults. If you want to work with young people you could study Children and Young People. If you want to work with children, we also offer apprenticeships in Childcare.
Depending on the vacancy you are applying for, apprentices get paid various wages. If you are already in a role and decide to study an apprenticeship to upskill, you will stay on your current salary and study an apprenticeship while working in your job role.
We offer health and social care apprenticeships for those based in Wales from Level 2 to Level 5. We also offer Healthcare Science for those who work in the NHS at Level 4. Those working with young people could also study Childcare from levels 2 to 5, or Children and Young People.
You’ll develop the practical knowledge and skills needed to support people effectively in a health and social care setting. Depending on your qualification and role, you could learn about safeguarding, health and wellbeing, professional practice and supporting individuals with specific needs. You’ll also have the opportunity to choose optional units that reflect your role and areas of interest.
Yes. Our Health and Social Care apprenticeships are designed to fit around your existing role, including varied shift patterns. You’ll combine workplace learning with flexible study and have access to our online learner platform 24/7, alongside support from your trainer coach.
A Health and Social Care apprenticeship can help you progress within your current role or open up opportunities for further career development. Depending on your qualification and experience, you could progress to a higher-level apprenticeship, move into a more senior role or continue developing your skills in a specialist area of health and social care.
I am a learner
Start your career and apply for an apprenticeship or up skill in your current role to progress your career.
I am an employer
Businesses need to grow. Learn new skills through our fully funded apprenticeships.
I am a parent
We have lots of apprenticeship vacancies. Your child will earn a wage while studying a qualification.