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Level 1 Health and Care Course in Manchester – Tameside Skills Centre – Daytime

CostFREE
Duration30 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Health and Care Course in Manchester. Classes run at Tameside Skills Centre, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old, or aged 19 to 24 with an Education, the course Plan. Fees may apply for other learners.

The course introduces you to the skills and knowledge needed to work in health, social care, and related fields. You'll explore the course environment, build employability skills, and develop the behaviours employers look for. The course runs for around 30 weeks.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Certificate in Health and Care at Level 1.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for 16 - 18-year-olds who want to develop your knowledge and understanding of the health and care sector while gaining a nationally recognised Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award or Certificate in Health and Care.

This course provides an introduction to the skills, knowledge and behaviours required for future study and careers in health, social care and related professions. It is designed to help learners build confidence, employability skills and an understanding of the health and care environment.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

Learners should have an interest in health and care and a willingness to participate in classroom-based learning and practical activities.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how health and care services are organised and delivered.
  • You'll develop an understanding of the values and behaviours expected in care settings.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who need support.
  • You'll build employability skills relevant to health and social care roles.
  • You'll gain knowledge of health, safety, and safeguarding in care environments.
  • You'll develop an awareness of person-centred approaches to care.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions, group activities, and practical tasks. There are no formal entry requirements. You'll take part in an initial assessment at the start so the team can plan your learning around your needs and goals. Assessment is through coursework and ongoing tasks completed during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Tameside Skills Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports people with daily living in care homes or at home.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with physical, emotional, or social needs.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside clinical staff in hospitals or clinics.
  • Home care worker, delivers personal care and support in people's own homes.
  • Day centre support worker, assists clients in community day service settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Care, the next step toward a career as a care assistant or support worker.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care, builds on the knowledge from this course.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2, often studied alongside this course and useful for further training or employment.
  • Apprenticeship in Adult Care, lets you earn while you learn in a real care setting.
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