This course 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.
•Three GCSEs at grades A*to E/2 including GCSE English at grade 2 or above
•You will also require a good reference from school
•You will also need to provide evidence of previous work experience in a related area
Students will normally take part in an interview prior to being enrolled on the programme.
Jobs you could do
What you could study next
This level 1 introduction to health, social care and children's and young people's settings certificate is a stepping stone to further study. You could progress to a Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care, which goes deeper into care practice and is recognised by employers for entry-level roles. From there, a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or a Level 3 in Early Years Education opens the door to senior support roles and statutory staffing requirements in nurseries and care homes.
