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Level 1 Health and Social Care for Children and Young People Course in Leeds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. Fees apply for adults. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Luminate Education Group for more info.

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About this course

Level 1 Health and Social Care For Children and Young People Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus. You'll need Entry Level 3 in maths and English, or equivalent, to join; learners without those grades are assessed for literacy and numeracy levels. You'll also complete an interview to show you have the right care values. The course runs full-time over one year, covering the foundations of health, social care, and working with children and young people. It suits those returning to education or already working in the sector who want to build on their knowledge.

Who this course is for

This course is for 19+ students.

If you’re an adult learner (19+) with low qualifications, or if you’ve been

out of education for a while – this course is perfect for giving you an

introduction to Health and Social Care.

The course is also ideal if you’re already working in the Health and Social

Care sector and want to upskill.

Entry requirements

To study this course you will need Entry level 3 in Maths and English or equilivant, learners without the grade requirements or international qualifications will be assessed for literacy and numeracy levels. You will need to be able to work towards GCSE grade 1. You will also need to complete a successful interview and demonstration of appropriate sector care values.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of health, social care, and children's and young people's settings.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding and how to keep children and young people safe.
  • You'll study child development and the factors that affect it.
  • You'll understand the importance of communication in care settings.
  • You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
  • You'll develop an understanding of health and wellbeing across the life stages.
  • You'll explore the roles and responsibilities of people working in care settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and portfolio work completed throughout the year. You'll also take part in an interview before starting, to confirm the course is the right fit. The full-time daytime timetable means you study across the week during college hours.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support adults or children in residential or community settings.
  • Nursery assistant: help with the care and learning of young children.
  • Classroom support assistant: work alongside teachers in schools.
  • Playworker: organise activities for children in play or after-school settings.
  • Youth support worker: work with young people in community or charity roles.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in health settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the natural next step, covering care practice in more depth and opening more job roles.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Early Years Practitioner: focuses specifically on working with children under five in nursery and early years settings.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health: a specialist route for those interested in supporting young people's wellbeing.
  • Functional Skills Maths and English Level 1 or 2: if you want to strengthen your qualifications alongside or after this course.
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