Free Level 1 Health and Social Care and Children's Settings Course in Hartlepool. Classes run at Triage Hartlepool, part-time during the day. The course runs over 25 days, so you can fit it around other commitments. You'll build the knowledge needed to work effectively in health, social care, and children's and young people's settings. This free health and social care and children's settings course covers the core understanding that underpins day-to-day work in care roles.
Who this course is for
This qualification is designed to provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and awareness needed to work effectively in health, social care and children's and young people's settings. Learners will be able to use the knowledge developed throughout the course to underpin their competence.
What you will learn
You'll understand the key principles of working in health and social care settings.
You'll learn how to support people effectively in children's and young people's settings.
You'll develop awareness of the responsibilities involved in care roles.
You'll understand how to communicate appropriately with service users and colleagues.
You'll learn about safeguarding and the duty of care in health and social care environments.
You'll gain knowledge of health, safety, and wellbeing in care settings.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Triage Hartlepool during the day. Learning is knowledge-based, so assessment focuses on your understanding of health, social care, and children's settings rather than practical workplace tasks. You'll be assessed through written tasks and knowledge checks that reflect what you've covered in class.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Triage Hartlepool will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Support adults in residential or home care settings.
Nursery assistant. Help children learn and develop in early years settings.
Healthcare support worker. Assist clinical staff in hospitals or community care.
Childcare worker. Work with children and young people in a range of settings.
Support worker. Provide day-to-day support to vulnerable adults or young people.
School support assistant. Help pupils in primary or secondary school environments.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care. The next step for anyone moving into paid care work. Covers a wider range of skills and is recognised by employers across the sector.
Level 2 Certificate in Children's Care, Learning and Development. Builds on this qualification for those focused on working with children and young people.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Useful alongside care qualifications and recognised by employers as the GCSE equivalent.
