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Award in Health and Care Level 1

at Westmorland and Furness Council, KENDAL · local authority

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2025see the detail

Level 1Stepping stonesAward18 weeksPart timeFree

What the college says

There are lots of rewarding careers in the health and care sector, this course will give you a broad introduction to the sector and the skills required.

What you need to get on

As this is a level 1 course you should have an English qualification at entry level 3 or above. This could be a GCSE or an equivalent such as a functional skills qualification. You will also need to undertake an initial assessment to determine if this is the right level for you. You do not need any experience of working in the adult social care sector.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Eden Foyer (Penrith)

    The Regent Old London Road, Penrith, CA11 8ET

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 23 February 2027 · Penrith

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