Health and Social Care - Level 1 Diploma

This course provides an introduction to health and social care, developing your communication and IT skills, as well as the practical and technical skills needed to work in the sector. You will study the role of the carer, exploring their responsibilities, identifying the needs of others, as well as understanding the variety of jobs in the industry. You will also get to look more closely at personal care and learn how to create activities and learning experiences for both children and adults.

Topics covered can include:

• Range of service provision and roles
• Health and safety
• Introductory awareness of equality and inclusion
• Understanding principles and values of health and social care
• Encouraging children and young people to eat healthily
• Introduction to healthy lifestyles
• Awareness of protection and safeguarding
• Introduction to person-centred support
• Introduction to communication

You will need:

• GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 2 or above
• An Enhanced DBS check

All applicants must have an interview and assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence, collected from written assessments, presentations, witness statements and practice observation.

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