Free Level 1 Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College. Sessions are part-time and daytime, making it manageable alongside other commitments. The course covers the essentials of working in adult social care: the values, responsibilities, and safeguarding knowledge employers expect from new starters. At 15 hours in total, it's a short, focused introduction to the sector. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right starting point for you.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll understand the role and responsibilities of a care worker in adult social care settings.
You'll learn about the values and principles that underpin good care practice.
You'll explore how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll understand safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable adults from harm.
You'll learn about health, safety, and hygiene in care environments.
You'll understand the importance of person-centred approaches in care work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bedford College. The VTCT Award is assessed through a combination of written tasks and knowledge checks that you complete during the course. Your tutor will guide you through each topic in class.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in home or residential care.
Home care worker: providing personal care to adults in their own homes.
Support worker: helping adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
Healthcare support worker: entry-level roles in NHS or community health settings.
Residential care worker: working in care homes with older adults.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Care: the main qualification for working as a care assistant or support worker, covering a wider range of skills and workplace practice.
Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Vulnerable Adults: a focused qualification useful for anyone moving into a care role.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: for those looking to move into senior or supervisory care roles over time.
