Level 1 Intoduction to Health and Care

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Key Facts

Awarding Body: NCFE
Level: 1
Attendance: Full Time (FT)
Duration: 1 Year
Course Code: CH1FTP001C0
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Stephenson College

Code: CH1FTP001C0

The Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Health, Social Care is a one-year course that aims to develop your knowledge and awareness of the health and social care sector, with the aim of preparing students to progress onto higher level courses in this area.

You will be taught using a range of methods to support and develop your understanding. All learners are required to apply for a DBS as a part of their work experience requirements for this course. This costs approximately £50.

Features & Benefits

Based at Stephenson College, students benefit from expert lecturers who have worked in the industry themselves and have a range of expertise and specialisms.

Course Content

Topics include:

Job opportunities in Health & Social Care

Principals and values

Safeguarding

Communication

Understanding the importance of engaement in leisure and social activities

Introduction to health lifestyles

Introduction to mental health

Equality and Inclusion

Introductory awareness of health and safety

Person-centred support

Healthy eating

Working with others

Duty of care

Work experience will also be required as a part of this course.

Entry Requirements

GCSE English and Maths at grade 2 or above

Progression

Upon successful completion of this course, students may progress onto a Level 2 course in Health and Social Care.

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