Introduction to Health and Care Level 1

Quick facts

Is it for me?

This course is designed to help you develop the core skills, knowledge and confidence you need to take your next steps in your education, training and employment, with a particular focus on opportunities within healthcare and caring professions. 
You will explore how health and care services support people of different ages and needs across a range of settings. Alongside developing your understanding of care, communication, teamwork and the values needed when supporting others, you will build essential work-ready and transferable skills that will help prepare you for further study and your future career. 
The course is particularly suitable if you have few formal qualifications but are motivated to develop your skills and explore opportunities within healthcare. Learning will be practical, engaging and experiential, giving you opportunities to learn by doing while developing your knowledge and understanding. You will also be supported to strengthen your English and maths skills, recognising how important these are for progression, employment and working effectively within healthcare. 
Throughout the course, there will be a strong focus on your personal development and progression. You will develop valuable skills and character strengths such as confidence, resilience, independence, organisation, communication and professionalism, helping you become better prepared for your next steps. 
Successful completion of the course will provide a clear pathway to Level 2 study within our Health and Social care courses, helping you continue developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for further education, apprenticeships and future healthcare career opportunities. 

What you'll learn

• Principles and Values of Working with People 
• Equality and Inclusion for Children and Adults 
• Human Growth and Development 
• Play Activities for Young Children 
• Working with Others 
• Healthy Eating 
• Infection Prevention 
• Healthy Living 
• Planning Leisure Activities for Adults 
• Physical Care for Babies 

Work experience placements

A work-related project will be run towards the end of the academic year to develop work ready related skills.  

Assessment

This course is assessed through 100% coursework 

Further study

Progression to Level 2 in Health or Level 2 in Psychology.

Example careers

Paramedic
Nurse 
Cardiologist
Care Worker
Psychologist 
Activity and Wellbeing Coordinator
Anthropologist
Counsellor 
Social Worker
Youth worker 
Teacher
Occupational Therapist 
Midwife
Health Visitor 
Rehab Worker
Healthcare Assistant

Days & times

Starting September 2027