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Free Level 1 Health and Social Care Course in Penzance

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Health and Social Care Course in Penzance. Classes run at Penwith College, full-time during the day. You'll study for one year, building the skills and knowledge needed to support people with a range of health and social care needs. The course covers the core principles of working in care settings, preparing you for entry-level roles such as care assistant. There are no specific entry requirements. You'll have an initial assessment so the college can plan your learning.

Who this course is for

If you want a career where you can progress, feel secure and get an enormous sense of personal achievement from knowing you are positively supporting individuals with a range of health and social care needs, then this course is for you. This course will also develop the required skills, knowledge and expertise to succeed in this sector.

Entry requirements

Whilst there are no specific entry requirements students must have a keen interest in exploring work within the caring sectors.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care work.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals who need support.
  • You'll understand how to promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of people in care settings.
  • You'll develop knowledge of equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care.
  • You'll study how to support individuals with their personal and social needs.
  • You'll gain an introduction to working in care environments, including roles and responsibilities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Penwith College. Assessment is through coursework and assignments rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course, demonstrating the skills and knowledge you've developed across each unit.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Penwith 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 hospitals or GP practices.
  • Support worker: help adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Home carer: provide personal care and companionship in people's homes.
  • Residential care worker: work in care homes supporting older adults.
  • Day centre support worker: assist people attending community day services.

What you could study next

A free health and social care course at Level 1 is a starting point. From here, you could move on to a Level 2 Diploma in Care, which is the qualification many employers look for when hiring care assistants. After that, a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care opens doors to senior support worker and team leader roles. If you're interested in nursing or allied health professions, an Access to Higher Education Diploma in Health Sciences is another option to consider.

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