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Level 1 Health & Social Care

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, WAKEFIELD · other provider

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This Health and Social Care study programmes provide the knowledge needed when working in a health and social care environments, caring for young people, adults, and the elderly. The programme covers a wide range of areas including; supporting individuals with their physical and emotional care, daily living needs and health care procedures. Level 1 learners will visit care settings with their tutor or have guest speakers within college, to gain an understanding of the skills and professional behaviours required when working in the care industry. The average salary you could expect to earn working in the Health and Social Care sector is from the minimum wage for a care assistant up to 30,000 for a setting manager. Please Note: Work placement opportunities will be available at all levels. Your learning will take place through a wide range of activities including written assignments (including leaflet and poster making), practical activities, discussions, visiting speakers, tutor presentations, group work, workshops, creating materials and resources, and practical experience in both the classroom and if appropriate within a Health & Social Care setting.

What you need to get on

No formal entry requirements.

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

  • Castleford College

    Thunderhead Ridge, Castleford, WF10 4UA

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  • Wakefield College

    Margaret Street, Wakefield, WF1 2DH

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  • Selby College

    Selby College Abbots Road, Selby, YO8 8AT

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