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

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

Free Level 1 Health and Social Care For Children and Young People Course in Barnsley. Classes run at SciTech Centre. You'll explore health, social care, and children's and young people's settings across a full year of daytime study. The course covers the principles and values that underpin care work, the types of provision available, and the roles that workers play, including in areas such as learning disability support. Entry requires three GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English, plus a reference and interview.

Who this course is for

This programme can provide you with the opportunity to explore health and social care in its broadest context and aims to develop independent learners who are able to successfully progress in to health and social care related professions.

The qualification has been designed to develop knowledge and awareness of the types of provision in the health and social care sectors and the roles played by workers – from principles and values through to health and social areas such as learning disability or mental health.

These qualifications cover a wide range of key subject areas in health and social care. The Level 1 certificate, allows learners to decide on whether a career in health and social care is right for them and then progress onto Level 2 courses in the field.

Entry requirements

Three GCSEs at grade 2 including English You will also require a good reference from school Students will normally take part in an interview prior to being enrolled on the programme.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the different types of provision in health, social care, and children's and young people's settings.
  • You'll learn about the principles and values that guide care workers in their roles.
  • You'll develop knowledge of the roles played by workers across health and social care sectors.
  • You'll study specific social care areas, including learning disability support.
  • You'll build awareness of how health and social care services are organised and delivered.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at SciTech Centre, full-time during the day. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, and you'll be assessed through coursework and assignments over the course of the year. An interview takes place before enrolment to confirm the programme is the right fit for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. SciTech Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults or children in residential or community settings.
  • Childcare worker: working in nurseries, after-school clubs, or family centres.
  • Learning disability support worker: helping people with learning disabilities day to day.
  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in health settings.
  • Youth worker: supporting young people in community or voluntary organisations.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step for those moving toward a career in adult or children's care.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Children's and Young People's Workforce: focused progression for those interested in childcare and early years roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: required for more senior care roles and a route toward registered practitioner status.
  • T Level in Health: a two-year technical qualification for those considering a career in the NHS or wider health sector.
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