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    Coleraine · Vocational Qualification

    Health & Social Care in Coleraine.

    12 - 24 months. Levels 2 - 5. DfE-funded for eligible NI residents.

    About the programme.

    Rutledge Training delivers the Health & Social Care vocational qualification from our Coleraine centre, supporting learners across the wider Coleraine area. Our tutors combine practical workshop delivery with workplace assessment and digital learning via the Rutledge Learning LMS, helping learners gain RQF Diploma in Health & Social Care alongside the portable skills employers value.

    Key facts.

    Type
    Vocational Qualification
    Level
    Levels 2 - 5
    Duration
    12 - 24 months
    Cost
    Free · DfE-funded
    Location
    Coleraine
    Age range
    16+

    What you will achieve.

    • 01RQF Diploma in Health & Social Care
    • 02NISCC eligibility
    • 03Career progression to senior carer or nurse training

    Who this is for.

    Care workers, support workers and healthcare assistants in the NI care sector.

    Frequently asked.

    Is Health & Social Care training in Coleraine free?
    Yes, DfE-funded for eligible NI residents. Eligibility depends on age, residency and prior qualifications. Speak to the Rutledge Coleraine team to confirm.
    How long does the Health & Social Care programme take?
    12 - 24 months. The exact length depends on the level you start at and your prior experience.
    Where is the Health & Social Care course delivered in Coleraine?
    Training combines practical delivery at our Coleraine centre (Rutledge House, 25-27 New Row, Coleraine, BT52 1AD) with workplace-based learning, plus online content via the Rutledge Learning LMS.
    Do I need a job to start the Health & Social Care vocational qualification?
    No, vocational qualifications can be undertaken without employment, although workplace experience strengthens the qualification.
    Who is this programme for?
    Care workers, support workers and healthcare assistants in the NI care sector.