Level 1 Introduction to Health and Care

Key Facts

Level: 1

Attendance: Full Time (FT)

Duration: 1 Year

Course Code: CH1FTP001C0

Start Date: September 2026

Awarding Body: NCFE

Code: CH1FTP001C0

Please Note: This programme is provisionally full for 26/27.
Applications for September 2027 will open in October

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. All learners are required to apply for a DBS as a part of their work experience requirements for this course. This costs approximately £50.

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.

Course Content

Topics include:

Job opportunities in Health & Social Care

Principals and values

Safeguarding

Communication

Understanding the importance of engaement in leisure and social activities

Introduction to health lifestyles

Introduction to mental health

Equality and Inclusion

Introductory awareness of health and safety

Person-centred support

Healthy eating

Working with others

Duty of care

Work experience will also be required as a part of this 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.

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