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Diploma in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children's and Young People's Settings

at Barnardo'S, North Shields · other provider

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma307 hoursFull time

What the college says

This qualification will develop the knowledge and awareness of the types of provision in the Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s sectors. They include the roles played by workers – from principles and values through to health and safety and working with others. This qualification: • is aimed at learners who wish to develop an understanding of these settings before deciding whether working in the sector is for them • allows learners to gain the knowledge, understanding and skills required for employment and/or career progression in the sectors • allows learners to tailor their learning to their interests through the provision of a broad range of optional units • provides opportunities for the development of transferable skills • supports progression to Level 2 qualifications in health, social care or children's settings • provides learners with the opportunity to progress to employment, in due course, in a range of job roles in the care sectors.

What you need to get on

You should be at least 14 years old. We do not set any other entry requirements but colleges or training providers may have their own guidelines.

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

  • Barnardo’s Employment, Training and Skills Yorkshire

    7th Floor West Riding House Cheapside, Bradford, BD1 4HR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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