Course introduction
Are you passionate about working in the health and social care sector? Do you want to work with young children or the elderly?
Well, this programme can help you achieve your ambition and/or enable you to study at a higher level in the future.
Why choose
Level 1 Certificate in Health and Social Care?
At Brock our aim is to improve the skills you already have and identify talents you may not have realised you possess.
Your teachers will not only be experts in their subject but will be skilled at helping you – especially if you need a little extra support.
We opened a £4.9m Foundation and Independence Hub in 2023, where you will be based.
The building includes 14 new classrooms, social space, meeting rooms and a student kitchen.
Course modules/units
Modules will comprise:
- Being Organised
- Developing a Personal Progression Plan
- Finding out about Health and Social Care
- Communication Skills for Health and Social Care
- Providing a Creative Activity when Caring for People
- Making Healthy Snacks when Caring for People
As a student, you will…
- Improve your independent study skills.
- Research various aspects of the health and social care sector.
- Develop your employability skills.
- Create activities and snacks for clients.
- Advance your social and communication skills.
- Investigate your future employments opportunities.
Teaching & learning
This course comprises a mixture of modern classroom-based teaching, practical learning and work experience.
Meanwhile, computer technology will play a leading role in enhancing your academic and practical abilities.
You will use your creative skills to plan activities for the young and elderly.
You will also complete research into the health and social care sector and deliver presentations to your peers and tutors.
There will be individual and group work, with assignments set throughout the year.
Course assessment
Assessment will be through coursework, independent assignments and tutor observations.
Minimum entry requirements
Four GCSEs at grade 2, including English Language.
This course may be suitable for you if:
- You have an EHCP and we can meet your Special Educational Needs.
- You learn best in small groups.
- You have some gaps in your learning.
What can I do with this qualification?
If you achieve an overall MERIT grade, along with an excellent attendance record and the appropriate level of English and maths, you could be eligible to progress to a Level 2 course.
Alternatively, you may decide to move into employment or seek an apprenticeship.
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