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Free Level 1 Health and Care Course in Coventry – Workpays Coventry

CostFREE
Duration200 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Health and Care Course in Coventry. Classes run at Workpays Coventry, daytime and flexible to fit your schedule.

The course is free, subject to eligibility. It covers the knowledge and understanding you need to work in the course settings. You'll explore different job roles, everyday tasks, and how to work effectively in a care environment. The course takes around 200 hours of study.

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

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to work in a health and care role. It will give you knowledge and understanding required to work in health and care as well as exploring the types of jobs and tasks included within the role and how to work effectively within this environment.

Entry requirements

A desire to work within the health and care industry in the future is important. You will require a good understanding of English, however holding a valid qualification is not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the key principles of working in health and care.
  • You'll explore different roles in health and care settings, including care assistant and support worker roles.
  • You'll learn how to support people's health, wellbeing, and dignity.
  • You'll understand safe working practices and basic health and safety in care environments.
  • You'll develop knowledge of communication skills used in care settings.
  • You'll explore the rights and responsibilities of both workers and the people they support.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Workpays Coventry. The course uses a flexible daytime timetable. Assessment is based on coursework and knowledge tasks completed during the course. There are no formal written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Coventry 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 adults with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
  • Healthcare assistant, assists clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
  • Home care worker, provides personal care and companionship in clients' homes.
  • Residential care worker, supports residents in care or nursing homes.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Care, the next step for anyone moving into a paid care role and working toward a recognised vocational qualification.
  • Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care, a shorter qualification that builds on what you've learned here.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, for those aiming for a senior or supervisory role in health and care settings.

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