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Level 1 Health and Social Care Course in Doncaster for Young People with an EHCP

CostUsually funded by your local authority
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

For young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), usually aged 16 to 25. Places are usually arranged through your local authority.

About this course

Free Level 1 Health and Social Care Course in Doncaster. Classes run at Doncaster Deaf Trust, daytime and flexible across the year.

The course introduces you to working with children, young people, and adults in care and support settings. You'll explore how to communicate effectively, understand safeguarding, and support people's wellbeing. Topics also cover the values and responsibilities that matter in health and social care roles. The course typically takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with an NCFE Award in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children's and Young People's Settings at Level 1.

Who this course is for

The Health Education and Social Studies department are committed to building an environment where all students are equally respected and able to participate fully in the education programme of their choice. This course will help to prepare students for a career that could involve supporting children, young people and/or adults in academic, social and work settings. There are a variety of courses available which are offered from Levels 1 to 3.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care work.
  • You'll learn how to communicate with children, young people, and adults in care settings.
  • You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep people safe.
  • You'll develop awareness of health, wellbeing, and individual needs.
  • You'll learn about the different roles and settings within health and social care.
  • You'll understand how to support people's independence and dignity.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Doncaster Deaf Trust. Assessment is through assignments and portfolio work that you build up during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will support you throughout and give feedback on your work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Doncaster Deaf Trust will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports adults with daily living in care homes or the community.
  • Early years assistant, helps young children learn and develop in nursery or school settings.
  • Youth support worker, works with young people in community or educational settings.
  • Healthcare support worker, assists clinical staff in hospitals or GP practices.
  • Residential support worker, provides care and support in residential settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Care, the next step for those moving into adult social care roles.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Early Years Education, suited to those focusing on work with children.
  • Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Child Protection, builds specialist knowledge for child-facing roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, for those aiming for senior or supervisory positions.

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