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Level 1 Diploma in Caring for Children and Introduction to Health and Social Care

at Blackburn College, Blackburn · college

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

This is an exciting course for you if you would like a career working within the Health, Social Care and Young People organisations. This study programme will help you decide which career choice is the right one for you. Working within Health and Social Care, or Young People's organisations offers you an extremely varied and rewarding career. Upon successful completion of your course you will gain a level 1 qualification in Health and Social Care and Children and Young People, which is awarded by CACHE, one of the most recognised awarding bodies in the UK. During your course you will be able to undertake work placements, which will be set up for you and located near to your home town. Work placements will really boost your CV. Possible careers you can work towards include Early Years Practitioner, working within a Nursery or Primary School, Social Worker and Support worker within a children's residential home.

What you need to get on

You will need to have 4 GCSEs at Grades 1 and 2 including English Language and Maths, or completion of an Entry level course

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

  • Blackburn College

    Feilden Street, BLACKBURN, BB2 1LH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BLACKBURN

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