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Level 1 - Introduction to Health and Social Care - Study Programme

Rotherham College

Eastwood Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 1EG

Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)

Level 1

Available start dates

Thursday, 01 October 2026

Rotherham College

1 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This qualification is aimed at learners who want to gain an understanding of the different settings in Health and Childcare before deciding whether working in the sector is for them.

Allows learners to gain the knowledge, understanding and skills required for employment and/or career progression in the sectors
Allows learners to tailor their learning to their interests through the provision of a broad range of optional units
Provides opportunities for the development of transferable skills
Supports progression to Level 2 qualifications in health, social care or children’s settings
Provides learners with the opportunity to progress to employment, in due course, in a range of job roles in the care sectors.

Course Details

You will study a range of topics including:

Awareness of Protection and Safeguarding
Introduction and awareness of Equality and Diversity
Introduction to Communication
Understand Principles and Values of Health and Social Care
Health and Safety

Alongside this programme you can study English and Maths to support you to progress to the next level.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Your course assessments may include:

E- Portfolio of evidence
Assignments

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