Last week, Weston College welcomed members of WorldSkills Health and Social Care Team UK for training preparation ahead of the WorldSkills Shanghai competition, taking place in September 2026. The training provided competitors with a valuable opportunity to practice and refine their skills in preparation for the global competition.

The WorldSkills Competition is an international event that brings together talented students and young professionals from across the world to compete in a range of vocational and technical skills. Competitors are challenged to demonstrate their knowledge, technical ability and professionalism to the highest possible standard.

As part of the WorldSkills Health and Social Care competition, contestants complete simulated real-world scenarios involving standardised patients, testing their abilities across six key competencies: communication, assessment, planning, implementation, education and improvement.

Using Weston College’s Health and Social Care simulation room, Team UK were able to replicate realistic care scenarios using high-quality equipment and simulation dummies as patients. This provided competitors with an authentic environment in which to practice their skills, while also showcasing Weston College’s outstanding facilities to external organisations and industry professionals.

Hosting a professional team such as WorldSkills Team UK provides Weston College with a fantastic opportunity to raise the profile of the College and demonstrate the quality of its facilities and learning environments. It also gives our students and staff the chance to observe industry-leading professionals in action, providing first-hand insight into the standards, techniques and professionalism expected within the Health and Social Care sector.

Opportunities such as this strengthen Weston College’s links with industry and showcase how our facilities can support high-level professional training, while inspiring our learners to see the opportunities available to them within their chosen careers.

Good luck to all the competitors competing in WorldSkills Shanghai next month!

This visit forms part of the Health and Social Care Careers Excellence Hub. Weston College's Career Excellence Hubs are designed to be the launching pad for our learners' careers. In a world where connections and relevant skills matter more than ever, these hubs offer a holistic approach that prepares learners to thrive in their chosen industries. With the support of these hubs, our learners are well-equipped to make a significant impact in their professional journeys. 

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