Health & Social Care and Early Years Level 1

The course consists of mandatory units and optional units which include:

• Principles and Values

• Awareness of Protection and Safeguarding

• Communication

• Equality and Inclusion

• Health and Safety

• Person-Centred Support

This course is ideal for developing basic skills in the health and social care and early years, English and maths before progressing on to the Level 2 Introduction to Health and Social Care and Early Years (T-Level Foundation Programme). This course will also provide you with the necessary skills to apply for an apprenticeship.

English & Maths GCSE at Grade 2, or Level 1 Functional Skills in both subjects.

In addition to the main course fees given below there is an additional cost of £70 for kit / clothing, and £45 for course trips and visits. Further details will be provided at interview and also details of bursaries.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

On completion of this course you will receive an NCFE/CACHE Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings.

All course work is teacher assessed using a variety of methods e.g. posters, leaflets, presentations.

You will gain the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to prepare you for employment. Key transferable skills you will learn are communication skills, team working skills, independent study skills, inter-personal skills, organisational skills and time management skills.