Free Level 1 Health and Social Care Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, without travelling to a centre. Before you enrol, you'll complete short maths and English assessments so the course can be matched to the right level for you. The course takes around one week to complete. You'll cover the foundations of working in health and social care, including the values, responsibilities, and communication skills that employers look for in a care assistant role. This is a free health and social care course for adults who want a recognised starting point in the sector.
Who this course is for
Those 19+ not currently in work or education.
Entry requirements
Fluent in English Language.
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care work.
You'll learn about the rights and dignity of people who use care services.
You'll develop communication skills used in care settings.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of care workers.
You'll learn about health, safety, and safeguarding in care environments.
You'll gain an introduction to person-centred approaches in care.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through assignments and portfolio-based tasks that you complete and submit online. Before you start, you'll take short maths and English assessments to confirm the course is the right fit for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Acorn Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: entry-level role supporting adults in care settings.
Home care worker: providing personal care and support in people's homes.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Residential support worker: supporting people in residential care homes.
Day centre support worker: working with adults in community day services.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care: the next step up, covering more detailed care skills and often required by employers for unsupervised work.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a larger qualification that can count toward the Care Certificate and is widely used in adult social care roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: for those moving into senior or supervisory care positions.
