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Entry Level Occupational Studies Course in Leeds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. Fees apply for adults. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Luminate Education Group for more info.

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About this course

Entry Level Occupational Studies for the Workplace Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus. You'll need Entry 2 Maths and English to join; if you don't hold those qualifications, the centre will assess your literacy and numeracy levels before you start. The course runs full-time during the day and takes one year to complete. It covers the foundations of health and social care, giving you the knowledge and practical understanding to move into entry-level work or further study.

Who this course is for

If you’re an adult learner who wants a great introduction to Health and Social Care – this course is for you.

Entry requirements

Entry 2 Maths and English qualifications. Learners without the grade requirements will be assessed for literacy and numeracy levels.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop an understanding of health and social care settings and how they work.
  • You'll learn about the rights and needs of people who use care services.
  • You'll explore how to communicate effectively with colleagues and the people you support.
  • You'll study basic health, safety, and wellbeing practices in the workplace.
  • You'll build awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
  • You'll gain an introduction to working as part of a team in a care setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and includes written tasks, practical activities, and portfolio work that shows what you've learned. Your tutor will support you throughout and track your progress as you work through each area of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
  • Support worker: helping people with daily living and personal care.
  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or community settings.
  • Day centre worker: supporting adults in community day service environments.
  • Domiciliary care worker: providing care and support in people's own homes.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Health and Social Care: a natural next step that builds on what you've covered in this Diploma.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults): the qualification many employers look for in care assistant and support worker roles.
  • Functional Skills Maths and English Level 1 or Level 2: strengthens your application for further study or employment, and may be taken alongside or after this course.
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