Level 1 Health and Care Course in Lambeth. Classes run at Lambeth College Brixton Centre, part-time during the day. Course fees vary depending on your circumstances, so fees may apply for some learners and not others. The course runs over 18 weeks and covers the knowledge and language skills needed to work in health and social care settings. It combines health and care content with ESOL, making it well suited to those developing their English alongside their understanding of care work.
Who this course is for
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L1 ESOL for Health & Social Care (Gateway). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is D2HSC-L1AW-D-B1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in the near future :)
Entry requirements
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L1 ESOL for Health & Social Care (Gateway). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is D2HSC-L1AW-D-B1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth Col...
What you will learn
You'll develop the vocabulary and communication skills used in health and care workplaces.
You'll learn about the roles and responsibilities of care workers.
You'll study how to support the health, safety, and wellbeing of people in care settings.
You'll explore person-centred approaches to care.
You'll build your understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
You'll practise reading and writing tasks linked to real health and care contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Lambeth College Brixton Centre. Teaching combines health and care topics with English language development. Assessment is through coursework and tasks completed during the course. Your tutor will guide you through written and spoken activities linked to care settings.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lambeth College Brixton Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Entry-level role supporting people in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker. Assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Home care worker. Providing personal care and support in people's homes.
Residential support worker. Supporting adults or young people in residential settings.
Domiciliary care worker. Delivering care visits in the community.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Care. The main next step for anyone moving into a care assistant role.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2. Strengthens your written and spoken English for work or further study.
Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care. Builds on the knowledge from this level 1 health and care qualification.
Level 2 ESOL qualification. If you want to continue developing your English alongside your care studies.
