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Level 1 Health and Social Care Course in Chesterfield

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact Chesterfield College for more info.

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About this course

Level 1 Health and Social Care Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at Chesterfield College, full-time during the day. This one-year health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll study topics such as safeguarding, communication, and the principles of health and social care practice. There are no formal entry requirements; the college will assess your starting point to make sure the level is right for you.

Who this course is for

16-18 Year Old Learners

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements but all learners recruited should be able to access a Level 1 programme.

Learners are most likely to succeed if they:

  • Have the personal motivation to succeed at this level and to progress to further study and, ultimately, to employment
  • Are willing to improve their maths and English skills

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
  • You'll learn how safeguarding protects vulnerable people in care settings.
  • You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals and their families.
  • You'll study how to support people's health, wellbeing, and independence.
  • You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
  • You'll gain an understanding of roles and responsibilities within the care sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Chesterfield College. Assessment is coursework-based, using assignments and practical tasks rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you work through the units, demonstrating your knowledge and skills across the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Chesterfield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support people with daily living in home or residential care.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community settings.
  • Support worker: help adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Home carer: provide personal care and companionship in people's homes.
  • Residential care worker: work in care homes supporting older adults.

What you could study next

A Level 1 health and social care qualification is a stepping stone to further study in the sector.

  • Level 2 Diploma in Care: the next step toward working as a care assistant in a regulated setting.
  • Level 2 BTEC in Health and Social Care: broadens your knowledge and supports progression to Level 3.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: required for senior care roles and team leader positions in social care.
Apply on chesterfield.ac.uk →Check if you're eligible
Apply now →Check if you're eligible

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