Course Summary
This course introduces students to the core aspects of health and social care, focusing on the diverse needs of Adults and/or children and young people. Learners will explore topics such as the roles and responsibilities of care workers, basic communication skills, and the importance of safeguarding and promoting welfare. By completing this award, students will be equipped with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to begin a career in health, social care, or childcare settings, laying the groundwork for further study and professional development.
This is a 2 month course and will be delivered in person. This course is free subject to meeting eligibility criteria such as being aged 19 years or older.
Key Topics
This qualification will develop the knowledge and awareness of the types of provision in the Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s sectors. They include the roles played by workers, from principles and values through to health and safety and working with others.
Assessment
Students enrolled onto this course will be allocated an Assessor/Tutor. All units will be individually internally assessed using a range of assessment methods. Assessment will be Internally Quality Assured (IQA) and Externally Quality Assured (EQA) by the Awarding Organisation.
The different types/methods of assessment will be discussed between student and Assessor/Tutor.
Progression
You can progress onto another adult education course.
Entry Requirements
While there are no strict entry requirements for this qualification, students will need to complete initial and diagnostic assessments in English and maths to determine the level of the course.