Health, Social Care & Early Years Level 1 Certificate (September 2027 Start)

This course offers an insight into both the early years and health and social care worlds, to help you decide which you would like to specialise in.

You will develop the knowledge and awareness of the types of provision in the Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s sectors. . The course also covers the roles of professionals working in these sectors, focusing on core topics such as values and principles, health and safety, and working collaboratively with others.

Designed for those considering a career in these fields, this course helps learners build essential knowledge, understanding, and practical skills for employment or further progression. A wide selection of units also allows learners to explore areas of personal interest, while gaining valuable transferable skills.

To successfully complete the course, all learners are required to undertake a minimum of 35 hours of work placement in a relevant setting. This hands-on experience is essential for developing practical skills and applying knowledge in a real-world environment.

Please note: A valid Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory and must be completed before the placement begins.

Failure to provide ID documents (birth certificate, passport) and evidence of address will exclude you from enrolment on this course.

Please check the accepted documents and have these ready for enrolment.

On successful completion of this foundation course, along with your placement experience in the relevant area and Maths and English grades 4-9, you will be considered for progression onto either the T level Foundation in Health or Education and Early Years.

If you’d prefer to go straight into employment, another option (if you have the required English and Maths grades) is to look into undertaking an apprenticeship in your relavent field of interest.

During this course, you will cover a range of units, some of the units that are covered during this qualification include: Communication, Safeguarding, Person-Centred care, Equality and Inclusion, Values and Principles, Healthy Eating. You'll also gain valuable hands-on experience through placements in Early Years settings, Primary schools or healthcare providers. Additionally you will also develop your essential digital skills and personal development.

Within the course you will also study GCSE Maths and English Language (if required to support your progression).

To enrol on this course, you will need a minimum of three GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including Maths and English.

It is also beneficial to have an interest in the Health & Social Care and Early Years sectors.