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Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care - Level 1 - NCFE

Course code: P05718

Subject area: Health & Social Care

Study level: Part Time

Course level: 1

Course details

Course time:

10:00 - 12:30

Days of week:

Friday

Course date:

23rd Apr 2026 - 17th Jul 2026

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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Preparing to work in Adult Social Care - Level 1 is an eleven (11) week qualification that will enable learners to develop a basic knowledge of the adult social care sector. It is aimed at those learners who wish to explore roles in this field. This qualification provides a pathway into the sector for individuals considering a career in health and/or social care or those returning to work after a career break.
The course will explore: - types of social care support available to adults - the range of jobs available in adult social care - the values and principles of adult social care - the importance of diversity within adult social care - the range of skills and attitudes essential to work in adult social care - the communication skills needed and how adult social care workers can meet the communication and language needs of individuals - the importance of record keeping in adult social care settings

Please note there is no session on 30/05/25 and 11/07/25.

What next?
The Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care allows for progression to the Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care, the Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Entry criteria
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Fee information
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 216 400 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.

19+ Fee:

£159.00

19+ Reduced Fee:

£0.00

Learning & method assessment
Learners will be able to participate in weekly, classroom activities to build and share knowledge alongside their peers. There will be opportunities to have discussions, do short presentations, design leaflets and complete a diary to reflect on weekly lessons. There is no exam attached to this course, learners will complete a portfolio of evidence.

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