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Level 1 Skills for Further Learning and Employment (Health and Social Care)

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Subject

Health and Social Care

Level

Level 1

Study Mode

Full-Time

Duration

1 year

Start Date

September 2024

The course

This is an introductory course to the Health and Social Care sector, where you will gain knowledge on human development, mental health, safeguarding as well as teamwork skills and healthy living. This course is predominantly based in the classroom and will provide you with the skills needed to continue on to the next level of study or go straight into employment.

Course Information

  • Awareness of the Protection and Safeguarding of Adults in Health and Social Care
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Introduction to Mental Health
  • Introduction to Physical Disability
  • Introductory Awareness of Equality and Inclusion in Health and Social Care
  • Teamwork skills
  • Healthy living
  • Industry experience
  • Preparing for work and developing your self esteem
  • English and Maths, as required

You will need a full Entry Level 3 qualification, or equivalent, as well as 3 GCSEs at grades 1-2, including Maths and English. A passion for the subject and one satisfactory reference are also required.

You will be assessed through work-books, in lass discussions and tasks. Exams for GCSE Maths and English.
  • Folder with dividers to organise your work
  • Stationery including notepad for use in class, pens
  • Laptop- however not essential
Students can progress to the Level 2 Open Award in Skills for Further Learning and Employment (Health and Social Care) course at the college.
Care assistants, volunteering.

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