Health & Social Care and Childrens and Young People's Settings, Level 1 Introduction

The course consists of mandatory units and optional units which include:

• Principles and Values
• Awareness of Protection and Safeguarding
• Communication
• Equality and Inclusion
• Health and Safety
• Person-Centred Support

This course is ideal for developing basic skills in the health and social care and early years, English and maths before progressing on to the Level 2 introduction to Health and Social Care and Early Years (Transition Programme). This course will also provide you with the necessary skills to apply for an apprenticeship.

GCSEs at grade D/3 - G/1 and a successful interview. A clean DBS and reference check is essential.

In addition to the main course fees given below there is an additional cost of £65 for kit / clothing, £25 for a course trip and £25 for books. (Costs are given for guidance only.)

Due to COVID-19 we are not currently planning any trips as part of your course. If we are able to organise trips during your course, the cost of these will be communicated to you at the time. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate. Bursaries may also available to cover the cost of some trips.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course cost, call 01235 216 298 for more information.

The 19+ full fee button displays the full fee that may apply, the rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. Also see the Course Fees & Finance page by searching Fees and bursaries link at the top of the screen.

16 - 18 Fee

Tuition Fee: £0.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Books: £25.00
Kit / Clothing: £70.00
Materials: £10.00

Total Cost: £105.00

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19+ Fee

Tuition Fee: £1,112.50
Exam Fee: £0.00
Books: £25.00
Kit / Clothing: £70.00
Materials: £10.00

Total Cost: £1,217.50

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19+ Reduced Fee

Tuition Fee: £0.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Books: £25.00
Kit / Clothing: £70.00
Materials: £10.00

Total Cost: £105.00

On completion of this course you will receive an NCFE/CACHE level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings.

The majority of the course assessment is based on coursework.

You will gain the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to prepare you for employment. Key transferable skills you will learn are communication skills, team working skills, independent study skills, inter-personal skills, organisational skills and time management skills.