Course overview
Level 1 Health & Social Care: Children’s and Young People’s Settings City of Bristol CollegeThis Level 1 Diploma is an introduction to Health & Social Care within Children’s and Young People’s Settings.
This qualification will provide an opportunity to develop knowledge about the health and social care sector before students can decide which sector they want to focus on for their career progression.
This course is aimed at those who wish to have a career in health & social care, with children or young people.
During the duration of the course, you will be experiencing exciting opportunities to visit local care homes and hospitals to have a ‘day in the life as….’. You will have access to simulation equipment to enhance your learning journey, linking the theory to practice, and developing core skills to move forward on your career journey.
Dates and applications
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| Course Code | Dates | Duration | Days | Hours per week | Start Time | Location | Fee | |
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| LGF1258D01-1 | 08/09/2025 - 26/06/2026 | 1 years | Date/Day(s) Being Finalised | 9.50 | 09:00 | College Green Centre |
This course is still in its planning phase; course details - including fee information - are subject to change. In June, course details will be finalised and enrolment will open.
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Additional information
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone 16-18 wanting to have an introduction to working in Childcare or Health and Social Care.
What you'll learn
To gain this qualification you will study 13 units. These units have been specifically selected to be relevant to any career working with children, young people and adults in a health and social care setting.
The units include introductions to health and safety, communication, equality and diversity, person-centred support, healthy lifestyles, awareness of safeguarding, disability and sensory loss, values, importance of leisure and social activities, job opportunities and understanding your role.
Course entry requirements
3 x GCSEs at grade 2 including Maths and English, or previous vocational qualification. However, if you don’t have any formal qualifications, don’t worry, simply let us know and we can assess you to ensure that you will be able to achieve well on the course.
We will invite you to a course information meeting event where you will receive information, advice and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to tour our excellent facilities and ask any questions you may have.
You will be asked to provide a copy of your last school report and/or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.
We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish! Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
To gain this qualification, you will study 13 units. These units have been specifically selected to be relevant to any career working with children, young people and adults in a health and social care setting.
The units include introductions to health and safety, communication, equality and diversity, person-centred support, healthy lifestyles, awareness of safeguarding, disability and sensory loss, values, importance of leisure and social activities, job opportunities and understanding your role.
Future career and study opportunities
Successful learners can progress to Level 2 qualifications in health and social care or childcare or can apply for an apprenticeship in the setting that they choose. Progression into further studies will also depend on achievements in English and Maths.
Additional costs
As a City of Bristol College student, you may incur additional costs to attend your course. For example, it is likely you may need to pay for travel and stationery.
Many courses offer learning opportunities that you may need to pay for. This may include things like study visits and visiting speakers. We will let you know in advance if there will be additional costs.
If you are on a limited income, you may be able to receive help from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.
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