This introductory course in Health and Social Care provides students with an understanding of the essential theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to work in these sectors. This practical course serves as a stepping stone to perusing higher level courses and exciting careers in a variety of care settings. If you are compassionate, caring and enthusiastic about working in Health and Social care then this is the course for you. On successful completion of this course you will achieve an NCFE Level 1 Diploma In Introduction to Health and Social Care.

Course Information

  • Course Type Full-Time Course
  • Study Mode Classroom Based
  • Course Code FHSCCL1DP
  • Start September
  • Length 36 weeks
  • Level Level 1
  • Campus
    Aylesbury Wycombe
  • Entry Requirements

    To join this programme you will need 4 GCSEs at Grade 2 (or equivalent) including Maths, English and Science. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

  • Example Modules
    • Awareness of protection and safeguarding
    • Human growth and development
    • Healthy lifestyles
    • Communication
    • Equality, inclusion and diversity
  • What will I learn?

    You will gain a comprehensive knowledge about the wider health and social care sectors.

  • Additional Information
    There is a course contribution fee of £100. You will also require a DBS check to take part in a work placement, the cost for this is approximately £50.
  • Progression

    Upon successful completion you may be able to proceed onto a Level 2 Early Years or Health and Social Care programme.

  • How am I assessed?

    You will complete tasks in your lessons. These include practical activities and written tasks, such as creating a poster or leaflet or a classroom display.

Upcoming Events

21 January

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27 January

Wycombe

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29 January

Aylesbury

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Aylesbury

Oxford Road
Aylesbury

Buckinghamshire

HP21 8PD

01296 588 588

Mon - Fri

8:30am - 5pm

Wycombe

Spring Lane, Flackwell Heath
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire

HP10 9HE

01494 585 555

Mon - Fri
8:30am - 5pm

Amersham

Stanley Hill

Amersham
Buckinghamshire
HP7 9HN

01494 585 273

Mon - Fri

8:30am - 5pm