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Level 1 Introduction to Health and Care

Key Facts

Level: 1
Attendance: Full Time (FT)
Duration: 1 Year
Course Code: CH1FTP001C0
Start Date: August 2027
Awarding Body: NCFE

Code: CH1FTP001C0

For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP).

The Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Health, Social Care is a one-year course that aims to develop your knowledge and awareness of the health and social care sector, with the aim of preparing students to progress onto higher level courses in this area.

You will be taught using a range of methods to support and develop your understanding.

Features and Benefits

Based at Stephenson College, students benefit from expert lecturers who have worked in the industry themselves and have a range of expertise and specialisms.

The qualification is coursework based with no formal exams. Assessment methods include completion of a range of booklets and the creation of posters and presentations.

Course Content

Topics include:

  • Service Provision
  • Principles and Values
  • Safeguarding
  • Communication
  • Equality and Inclusion
  • Health and Safety
  • Person-Centred Support
  • Working with Others
  • Healthy Lifestyle
  • Mental health
  • Dementia
  • Job Opportunities
  • Human growth

Students will also study Maths and English as part of the course.

Entry Requirements

  • GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 2 or above
  • For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP)

Progression Opportunities

Upon successful completion of this course, students may progress onto a Level 2 course in Health and Social Care.

Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is correct, the College accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Please note that details are subject to change without notice with regard to the provision of courses, course times and dates and the fees and charges levied.

Why choose Stephenson?

State of the Art Facilities

The College has state-of-the-art working environments for Motor Vehicle, Construction, Electrical Installation and Engineering as well as fantastic facilities for Hair & Beauty and Health & Social Care

Fantastic Opportunities

Specialises in providing high-quality Apprenticeship opportunities for students from across the country

Next Open Day

See what it’s like and get any questions answered by our staff.

Apprenticeship Open Evening Tuesday 9th February 2027

Time: 16:00pm - 18:00pm
Location: Stephenson College
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