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Free Level 1 Health and Care Course in Grays

CostFREE
Duration18 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start21 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Health and Care Course in Grays. Classes run at Thurrock Adult Community College, part-time during the day over 18 weeks.

The course builds your understanding of health and social care. You'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to work in a care setting. Topics include safeguarding, communication, and the values that underpin good care practice. Classes are daytime, so the pace is manageable alongside other commitments.

Before you start, you'll attend a Meet the Team session at the college. You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award in Health and Care.

Who this course is for

"This course will help you improve on the skills and qualities necessary for your career, while also expanding your understanding of health and social care.

Prior to the course, you will need to come in to Meet The Team - these sessions could last 3 hours. You will need to book a session by emailing [email protected] or calling 01375 372476."

Entry requirements

"You must have good skills/knowledge at the previous level.

You will need to come in to Meet The Team - these sessions could last 3 hours. �You will need to book a session via the enrolment button on our website, or by calling 01375 372476."

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the values and principles of health and social care.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who need care and support.
  • You'll understand safeguarding and how to keep people safe.
  • You'll develop awareness of health, wellbeing, and person-centred approaches.
  • You'll build knowledge of roles and responsibilities in a care setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Thurrock Adult Community College. Teaching is delivered face to face, with group discussion and tutor-led activities. Assessment is likely through short written tasks and practical activities completed during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Thurrock Adult Community College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports people with daily living in a care home or community setting.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with physical or learning disabilities to live independently.
  • Home care worker, provides personal care and companionship in people's own homes.
  • Healthcare support worker, assists clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Care, the next step for anyone wanting to work in adult social care and meet employer requirements.
  • Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care, a focused qualification that builds on Level 1 knowledge.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, suited to those aiming for senior care or supervisory roles.
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