Free Level 1 Health and Social Care Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. This full-time daytime health and social care qualification covers the core skills and knowledge used in care settings. The course runs for around 600 hours. You'll study topics relevant to working with people who need support, building a solid foundation for roles such as care assistant.
Who this course is for
Health and Social Care Level 1 Diploma E&T [ACE] (FYZ00AAAL1 25/26GA) is based in the Subcontracting department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen EDEXCEL as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll study how to support individuals' health, wellbeing, and independence.
You'll develop an understanding of safeguarding and keeping people safe.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and the rights of people in care settings.
You'll gain an introduction to working in care environments and understanding care roles.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. Assessment is through coursework and practical assignments linked to each unit of the Pearson Edexcel BTEC. There are no written exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in their homes or residential settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private care.
Support worker: help adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Home care worker: provide personal care and companionship in people's homes.
Residential care worker: work in care homes supporting older adults.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step for anyone wanting to work as a care assistant or support worker in a regulated setting.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: opens routes into senior care roles and further study in nursing or social work.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 2: often needed alongside vocational qualifications when applying for care roles or further training.
