- Starts September
- Course Type Full Time
- Duration One Year
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You Need
If you are interested in a career within the social care sector, whether that be working with children, the elderly or support services then this course is for you.
Introduction
We believe there is nothing more important than taking responsibility for a child’s wellbeing. Whether working as a teacher, nursery nurse or in the care industry, it is vital you can offer a service that is caring, supportive, fun and stimulating. Our courses will show you how to develop all of these skills and apply them at work.
What will I learn?
You will develop the skills needed to work with babies, young children and clients in health and social care settings. Covering subjects including development, safeguarding, health and safety and organising activities.
The Level 1 Health & Social Care & Children & Young People’s Settings qualification is delivered through a range of both taught and practical sessions, enabling learners to obtain the skills required to work with young children.
You will explore:
Safeguarding
Health and safety
Healthy eating and lifestyle
Awareness of equality and inclusion
Employer visits and talks
Career opportunities
Principles and values in health and social care/early years and childcare
Working with others
How am I assessed?
All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods. This could include a portfolio of evidence, written assignments, posters, presentations and professional discussion.
You will learn through a range of taught and practical sessions, including spending time within an industry environment. You will also get the opportunity to be involved in real life community projects.
Alongside this qualification, learners will attend functional skills or GCSE Maths and English, unless prior achievement has been obtained.
This programme also includes weekly tutorials and enrichment sessions where you will develop wider key skills for employment.
What's next?
You could move onto a full Level 1 course in Health & Social Care or Childcare, or on to a relevant Level 2 course.