Free Level 1 Health and Social Care and Children’s Settings Course Online
CostFREE
Duration3 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 1 Health and Social Care and Children's Settings Course. Study online, at your own pace, from home. There are no prior qualifications needed to start. The course typically takes 3 months and covers the foundations of working in health, social care, and children's and young people's settings. You'll explore key topics such as safeguarding, communication, and the values that underpin care work. It's a free health and social care and children's settings course for adults aged 19 and above.
Who this course is for
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above.
Entry requirements
There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of care in health, social care, and children's and young people's settings.
You'll learn about safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll explore effective communication skills in care environments.
You'll understand the importance of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care work.
You'll learn about health, safety, and wellbeing in care settings.
You'll develop knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of care workers.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. You submit your work digitally and receive feedback from an assessor. No exams are required. Qdos Training will confirm the full assessment details before you begin.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Qdos Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Entry-level support role in residential or home care.
Healthcare support worker. Assists clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Childcare worker. Supports children's development in nurseries or playgroups.
Teaching assistant. Helps children learn in primary school classrooms.
Support worker. Provides day-to-day support to adults with care needs.
Early years practitioner. Works with young children in early years settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care. The next step for those moving into paid care work.
Level 2 Certificate in Children and Young People's Workforce. Builds on this qualification for those focused on childcare and early years roles.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Strengthens the core skills many care employers ask for.
