Community Health and Wellbeing Worker Apprenticeship
A funded 12 to 14 month apprenticeship from TPC Health for people in community health and wellbeing roles across the NHS, local government, social care and the voluntary sector.
- Nationally recognised qualificationRegulated apprenticeship standard
- 12 to 14 months8 expert-led workshops plus a foundation day
- Up to 100% levy fundedLevy transfer available for non-levy employers
- EMCC EQA accreditationOptional Practitioner level coaching accreditation
- Registered training provider
- Experienced health and wellbeing trainers
- Blended learning model
What you will learn and how it is delivered
Our training blends experiential workshops, coaching practice, and community-based projects. You learn the models, apply them in real settings, and finish with the confidence to make a difference from day one.
Experiential workshops
Hands-on sessions exploring health coaching tools, community engagement, and wellbeing frameworks.
Community projects
Assess local health needs, explore place-based services, and work with real communities to improve outcomes.
Reflective practice
Group supervision, caseload reviews, and learning logs to deepen your understanding and track your growth.
Coaching practice
Real-time coaching with feedback and observed hours. Build practical skills you put to work immediately.
Portfolio and assessment prep
Structured support to build your evidence portfolio and prepare for the final assessment with confidence.
Full pastoral support
A dedicated tutor, programme support adviser, regular progress reviews, and guidance from onboarding to completion.
How the programme is delivered
Live workshops
Virtual sessions led by experienced health and wellbeing trainers. Interactive, practical, and applied.
Online learning
Self-paced modules, webinars, and resources on the learning platform. Study around your work schedule.
Workplace practice
Coaching practice, community projects, and reflective learning integrated into your role.
Four stages from enrolment to qualified
Onboarding
Complete eligibility and application forms, meet your tutor for a skills assessment, and get set up on the learning platform. We tailor your learning plan to your experience and needs.
On-programme learning
Workshops, webinars, coaching practice, action learning sets, and community-based projects. Off-the-job training is integrated into your role.
Gateway to Completion
You, your employer, and TPC Health meet to confirm you have met the required knowledge, skills, and behaviours. Your portfolio shows readiness for assessment.
Apprenticeship Assessment
An independent assessor conducts a knowledge test, a live observation, and a professional discussion supported by your portfolio. Pass this and your certificate is issued.
Roles that benefit from this programme
This programme suits a wide range of roles in the NHS, local government, private sector, and voluntary organisations that respond to community health and wellbeing needs. It suits existing employees moving into a community health role and new hires starting in the role.
Entry requirements
For learners
- Right to work in the UK and ordinarily resident for at least the previous three years
- Aged 16 or over
- Employed in England with a contract of 25 hours or more a week (there can be some flexibility, please contact us to discuss if you work fewer hours)
- Working under the supervision of a senior colleague for the duration of the programme
- Not in full-time education or enrolled on another government-funded programme
- Not holding a Level 4 qualification or above in a related field (assessed on a case-by-case basis)
For employers
- Workplace based in England
- Provide a named senior colleague to supervise and support the learner throughout
- Provide support and protected time for off-the-job training during working hours
- Provide regular client-facing experience (in person) during the programme
- Give unrestricted access to online health data and health promotion resources
- Enable the learner to communicate with external organisations including the NHS, charities, community groups, and local authorities
- Support collaboration with other health and care professionals and peers
Choose the cohort that fits your team
Each cohort starts with a foundation day, then runs one workshop a month. All sessions are virtual.
January 2027 start, all Tuesdays
Tuesday 26 January 2027 to Tuesday 21 September 2027.
- 26 Jan 2027Foundation to Learning
- 23 Feb 2027Workshop 1
- 23 Mar 2027Workshop 2
- 20 Apr 2027Workshop 3
- 25 May 2027Workshop 4
- 22 Jun 2027Workshop 5
- 13 Jul 2027Workshop 6
- 24 Aug 2027Workshop 7
- 21 Sep 2027Workshop 8
April 2027 start, all Wednesdays
Wednesday 21 April 2027 to Wednesday 8 December 2027.
- 21 Apr 2027Foundation to Learning
- 05 May 2027Workshop 1
- 23 Jun 2027Workshop 2
- 21 Jul 2027Workshop 3
- 18 Aug 2027Workshop 4
- 22 Sep 2027Workshop 5
- 20 Oct 2027Workshop 6
- 17 Nov 2027Workshop 7
- 08 Dec 2027Workshop 8
How the training is funded
This programme sits on the approved register and is funded through the apprenticeship levy.
Levy-paying employers
Fully funded from your levy pot. No additional cost.
Non-levy employers
Government funds 95%. Full funding may be available via the levy transfer scheme. Contact us for details.
For learners
Training costs are usually covered in full by employer and government funding. Contact us to discuss your circumstances.
Details on the occupational standard are on the Skills England website.
Frequently asked questions
Register your interest for the January 2027 cohort
Tell us about yourself or your team and we will come back to you within one working day to talk through eligibility, funding and next steps.
Register your interest