Free Level 1 Health and Social Care For Children and Young People Course in Rugby. Classes run at Rugby College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover the basics of caring for people across all ages, from babies to older adults, building the knowledge you need to take your first steps in health, social care, or childcare. This is a practical introduction: you learn through projects and assignments rather than exams. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
On this introduction course you will be developing the skills you need to start a career or progress onto a Level 2 Health and Social Care or Childcare course. The course teaches you the basics about caring for people of all ages, from babies right through to the elderly. You will learn by completing projects and assignments.
What you will learn
You'll explore the fundamentals of health and social care across different age groups, from babies to the elderly.
You'll develop an understanding of how to support children and young people in care settings.
You'll learn about safeguarding and the duty of care in health and social care environments.
You'll study communication skills used when working with individuals and families.
You'll gain knowledge of health, safety, and wellbeing in care settings.
You'll complete projects and assignments that apply your learning to real care contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Rugby College, attending full-time during the day. Assessment is through projects and assignments rather than formal exams. Your work is built up over the course of the year, letting you develop and demonstrate your understanding at each stage.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rugby College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in residential or home care settings.
Nursery assistant: help care for young children in a nursery or pre-school.
Playworker: support children's play and development in after-school or holiday clubs.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community health settings.
School support assistant: work alongside teachers supporting pupils day to day.
Youth worker: work with young people in community or voluntary sector settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the natural next step if you want to work with adults in care settings. Employers often look for this level as a minimum.
Level 2 Diploma in Childcare and Education (or equivalent): takes your learning further if you want to focus on working with children and young people in nurseries or schools.
Level 3 Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, once you have a Level 2 foundation.
