Level 1 Health & Social Care

This is a full time study programme. You will learn through a variety of teaching methods which will aim to meet the needs of each individual and accommodate different learning styles for example, case studies, assessments, group work, practical work, projects and interactive activities.

Throughout the course you will study a minimum of 11 units in total. These include:

· Range of service provision and roles

· Principles and values

· Safeguarding

· Health & safety

· Human growth & Development

· Equality & Inclusion
An individual learning plan will be designed for your needs. You are assigned a Personal Tutor and a Progress Tutor who specifically look after your pastoral and course requirements.

The course also includes guest speakers and educational visits which are linked to the units. You would take part in events within the department and have the opportunity to enter competitions.

If you are interested in making a difference to people’s lives with a rewarding career in Health and Social Care, then this is the course for you. Health and Social Care dominates our lives. You could be looking to work with older people, young people, people with learning disabilities or within the NHS, and this qualification could be the first step on that exciting journey. Health and Social Care courses provide broad based learning around the physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs of individuals of all ages preparing you for a variety of career pathways including nursing, midwifery, social work and youth work. This practical and academic qualification will give you the knowledge and skills to move forward towards your goal.
Level 1 (Foundation)

- 3 GCSEs grade 1 or above.

You will be interviewed for this course, should be enthusiastic about working in the health and social care sector and have a genuine interest in the subject, good communication skills and are able to participate in work experience.
· You will be assessed through a variety of assessment methods including discussions, displays, case studies, presentations, written work and practical assessments.

· No exams

· This is a pass or fail course
On successful completion of this qualification you can progress onto:

· Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care

· Employment within the Health & Social Care sector

· An Apprenticeship

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