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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
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
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Your course assessments may include:
- E- Portfolio of evidence
- Assignments
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