Health and Social Care Diploma, Level 1 (A0305)

Please ensure your application includes correct contact information e.g. mobile number and personal email address.

You can apply for up to two courses (except A Level subjects where you must select a minimum of three).

You will only be invited to book an interview for your 1st choice course initially.

This nationally accredited qualification offers an ideal start for those wanting to work in the Health & Social Care sector. The course offers a comprehensive introduction to Health & Social Care, and covers the following topics:
Being organised
Personal progression route
Working with others
Researching a topic
Finding out about H&SC services
Communication skills
Making healthy snacks
Advising others on healthy lifestyle
Creative activities when caring for someone
Supporting others to use adaptive equipment safely
Visiting a Health or Social Care setting

Students will also learn about the kinds of job opportunities available in the Health & Social Care and Child Care field. Depending on their progress, students' programme may include approximately 15 days of work experience.

Assessment:

The course will be internally assessed by a range of methods. This could include tasks such as planners, posters, leaflets, presentations, practical or written assignments.

3 GCSE's at grade 2 or above, including English and Maths. Applicants should also be able to demonstrate commitment, motivation and an enthusiasm for working within the Health & Social Care sector. A successful completion of Disclosure Baring Service (DBS) check which does involve a fee.

Academic progression:

Successful completion of the programme could enable progression on to the Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care or Level 2 Technical Certificate in working with early years & primary settings.
NB. If you want to progress onto Level 2 Technical certificate in working with children in early years & primary settings you will need English and Maths at Level 2 or GCSE grades 4 or above.

Career progression:

This qualification supports learners in preparing for the next steps either in training or moving towards work.