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Overview

The Academic, Health and Care Industries Department is dedicated to shaping futures through high-quality education, professional training, and career-focused development. From A Levels and Access to Higher Education to teacher training and Foundation (Entry/SEND) courses, we provide the knowledge, guidance, and support you need to succeed.

Our practical, industry-focused programmes in Early Years and Schools, Sport, Fitness and Wellbeing, Uniformed Public Services, Animal Management, and Agriculture combine hands-on learning with real-world placements, specialist facilities, and strong employer links - ensuring you gain the skills and experience valued in today’s workplace.

Whether you’re preparing for university, taking the next step in your career, or pursuing a long-held ambition, our courses are designed to help you progress with confidence into Higher Education or employment.

Who we work with

Boston College maintains strong employer partnerships by offering a range of opportunities such as real world briefs, work experience placements, Apprenticeships, and business networking events. These initiatives create valuable connections between students and employers, helping students gain hands-on experience and develop industry-specific skills essential for success in the future workforce.

Lincolnshire Police

Boston College’s long-standing partnership with Lincolnshire Police helps bridge the gap between young people and public services. From outreach activities and mock interviews to Stop and Search Scrutiny Panels, students gain real-world insight into policing while officers build trust and understanding with the next generation.

Scrutiny panels, supported by college staff and students, feed directly into force-wide learning and development. Their feedback influences officer training, builds public trust, and ensures policing reflects the communities it serves. Plans for future walk-in panels aim to widen participation even further.

The College benefits from employer engagement and visible pathways into public service, while Lincolnshire Police gain authentic insight, stronger community relationships, and future recruits, with several former students now serving locally.

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Meet the team

Adam Wardell

Director of Learning: Academic, Health and Care Industries

Geraldine Brazil

Senior Learning Lead: A Levels and Access to Higher Education

Hayley Riches

Senior Learning Lead: Animal Management and Agriculture

Danielle Brown

Senior Learning Lead: Early Years and Schools

Carl Boothby

Senior Learning Lead: English, Maths, and ESOL

Victoria Markham

Senior Learning Lead: Foundation (Entry/SEND)

Rachel Lamb

Senior Learning Lead: Health and Social Care

Mark Bridges

Senior Learning Lead: Sport, Fitness and Wellbeing, and Uniformed Public Services