Free Level 1 Introduction to Health and Social Care Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. This full-time daytime course covers the core skills and knowledge you need to work in health and social care settings. At 600 hours, it's a substantial introduction to health and social care qualification that gives you a solid grounding before moving into work or further study. The course is assessed by Ascentis.
Who this course is for
Introduction to Health and Social Care L1 Cert E&T [Criminology] (GQC00AAAL1 25/26GA) is based in the Health & Social Care department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen ASCENTIS as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll understand how to support individuals' health, wellbeing, and dignity.
You'll develop awareness of safeguarding and how to keep vulnerable people safe.
You'll study the roles and responsibilities of people who work in care settings.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
You'll build knowledge of health conditions and how they affect daily life.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus, with daytime sessions throughout the week. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, group work, and practical tasks. Assessment is set by Ascentis and will include written assignments and coursework completed during the course. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the team can confirm this is the right level for you and plan your learning accordingly.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in their homes or residential care
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Social care worker: help individuals live independently in the community
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes
Residential support worker: support adults or young people in care homes
Day centre support worker: assist people attending day services
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care: the natural next step, covering more specialist skills and preparing you for employment as a care assistant.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a larger qualification that meets the requirements for many entry-level care roles and can count toward the Care Certificate.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: for those aiming toward senior care or supervisory roles in health and social care settings.
