Progress Your Career in Health & Social Care and Counselling

Health & Social Care and Counselling are among Lancashire’s most impactful and rewarding sectors – fields where every role contributes to improving lives, supporting vulnerable individuals and strengthening communities. From frontline care and community outreach to therapeutic support and specialist intervention, these areas offer diverse career pathways and meaningful opportunities to make a difference.

At Preston College, we work closely with employers, industry specialists and practising counsellors to design a curriculum that reflects real workforce needs. Whether you’re beginning your journey, returning to education, or ready to progress into higher‑level study, we offer clear routes into these growing professions through our Adult Provision, and University Centre programmes. Our pathways support students aiming for careers in health, social care, mental health, wellbeing and counselling – ensuring you gain the skills, confidence and experience to thrive in roles that truly matter.