East Kent Colleges Group (EKC Group) is a further education provider in East Kent.
With six further education colleges in Ashford, Broadstairs, Canterbury, Dover, Folkestone and Sheppey, as well as nine adult training centres, which make up the EKC Training provision, the Group offers a host of education opportunities for people of all ages.
One aspect of its unique offer is its Assistive Technology suites.
Strategically located across the Group’s Colleges in Broadstairs, Canterbury, and Folkestone, the fully equipped suites proudly showcase innovative technology, empowering care professionals to engage in real-life scenarios, ensuring they are always prepared for a range of care situations.
Some of the technology, which aims to assist those living with health conditions such as dementia, includes home security systems like automatic door locks, motorised blinds/ curtains, and smart software.
The equipment aims to provide gentle nudges to those living independently when they may need it, whilst also offering family members peace of mind that their loved ones are safe and well.
EKC Group has worked in partnership with other colleges in Kent to develop learning environments equipped with assistive technologies as part of the Government’s Local Skills Improvement Fund.
This initiative addresses the skills gaps across the county, so the Group is focusing on fostering a supportive environment for employees in the sector, guiding them toward fulfilling careers that are strongly supported by the latest technology.
The blended learning courses on offer with EKC Group combine online study with sessions at the on-site facilities. Students will be able to immerse themselves in the technology and develop inspiring new skills.
Industry leaders in the health and care sector can also make use of the rooms to empower their employees with robust training and development in the newest technology.
Whether professionals want to explore the newest technology before implementing it in their organisation, or simply want to develop a training opportunity for members of their team, EKC Group can support them in driving their organisation into a new era and providing the best care for their patients.
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