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Health and Social Care

Level 1 Certificate Introduction to Health, Social Care & Children & Young People's Settings

Mode of study

Full Time

Start date

08/09/2025

Entry requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3 - 1 or successful completion of an Entry Level programme. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).

Course Code

FLTHSA1F/1

Duration

1-Year

Location

Welwyn Garden City Campus

Awarding body

NCFE

About the course

This course is designed to give an Introduction to 16-19 year olds wishing to develop a career in either the Health and Social Care or the Early Years Sectors. Whilst at the same time developing English, math and social skills.

It is recommended that you purchase the following book to support you to be successful on your course:

Level 1 Introduction to Health and Social Care and Children & Young People's Settings by Corinne Barker and Emma Ward, (ISBN: 978 1471 83017 4).

Career options

You will be able to progress on to the level 2 Health and Social Care course or the level 2 Childcare course.

Potential careers:

  • Radiographer
  • Care Home Manager
  • Childminder
  • Counsellor
  • Health Psychologist
  • Probation Officer
  • Social Worker
  • Substance Misuse Worker
  • Youth & Community Worker

Course Content - What will I learn?

You will gain an understanding of equality and diversity, how to communicate effectively, how to support children and adults, health and safety , the Importance of healthy eating and the development of children and young people through play.
You will also have the opportunity to gain some work experience in either the Care or Early Years Sectors.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.