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Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

at Westminster City Council, London · local authority

Level 1Stepping stonesAward12 daysPart timeFree

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. It includes the roles played by workers, from principles and values through to health and safety and working with others. There is the option to take units in more specialised areas such as learning disability, sensory loss or mental health. The 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

What you need to get on

The course is open to all applicants.

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

  • Amberley Road Centre

    Amberley Road, London, W9 2JJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 12 April 2027 · London

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