Free Level 1 BTEC Introductory Award in Health and Social Care Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House. This Pearson Edexcel btec introductory award in health and social care qualification covers the core knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. The course runs for 70 hours of daytime classroom study. You'll explore topics such as working with people, communication in care, and the values that underpin health and social care work.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care work.
You'll develop communication skills used in care settings.
You'll learn how to support the wellbeing of individuals in care.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of people who work in health and social care.
You'll gain an introduction to safeguarding and keeping people safe.
You'll develop awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel BTEC Introductory Award is portfolio-based. You'll build a portfolio of evidence through assignments and practical tasks completed during the course. There are no written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and support you in gathering the evidence you need.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in their homes or residential settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with adults or young people with additional needs.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
Day centre support worker: help run activities and provide daily care.
Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care: the natural next step after this Award, covering care skills in more depth and recognised by employers for entry-level care roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification that can support progression toward a care assistant role.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2: useful alongside any health and social care qualification if you want to strengthen your English or maths.
