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Free Level 1 Health and Social Care Course in Hammersmith and Fulham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Health and Social Care Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Hammersmith & Fulham College one day per week, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This health and social care qualification covers workers' rights and responsibilities, personal care, communication with adults and children, and job opportunities in the sector. The course takes one year part-time. You'll build a portfolio of work and complete practical assignments, with tutor feedback throughout. Entry requirements are recommended rather than strict, and you'll have an interview at enrolment to confirm the course is right for you.

Who this course is for

Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

We recommend that you have:

FourGCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English and maths or Functional Skills in English and maths at Entry Level 3

At enrolment, you will have an interview with our course tutors to ensure the course is right for you. You may also need to complete an initial assessment in English and maths, depending on your grades.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore rights and responsibilities in health and social care workplaces.
  • You'll learn about personal care practices in health and social care settings.
  • You'll develop communication skills for working with both adults and children.
  • You'll investigate job opportunities and career routes in the health and social care sector.
  • You'll build a portfolio demonstrating your skills and progress throughout the year.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom sessions one day per week at Hammersmith & Fulham College. Assessment is tutor-marked throughout the course. You'll build a portfolio of coursework and complete practical assignments, receiving feedback from tutors as you go. Some elements, such as Functional Skills, may include external exams. There are no timed written exams for the main qualification units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hammersmith & Fulham College 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.
  • Personal care worker: help individuals with daily living tasks.
  • Domiciliary care worker: provide care visits to people living at home.
  • Residential support worker: work in care homes supporting residents day to day.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the natural next step, and the level most employers look for in care roles.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dementia: a focused qualification useful for care settings.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: for those aiming toward senior care, team leader, or support worker roles with more responsibility.
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