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Level 1 Health, Social and Child Care

North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College

Hinckley Road , Nuneaton , Warwickshire, CV11 6BH

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 1
Health, Public Services and Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Wednesday, 01 September 2027
NWSLC Nuneaton Campus
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This is a practical, work-related course. You learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations and activities. It introduces you to the types of provision in the Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s sectors. There will be an opportunity to spend four weeks in work placements relevant to your chosen career.

Course Details

  • An introduction to Child Studies and Health and Social Care
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Caring for Babies
  • Health and Safety
  • Safeguarding
  • Disabilities
  • Healthy Eating
  • Leisure Activities

Entry requirements

Entry requirements are 2 GCSE at Grade E/2 or above or an Entry 3 qualification.

Equipment required

You will require stationery equipment, uniform, which is to be worn whilst in a practical child care placement, and textbooks.

Your next steps...

Successful completion of the course would enable the learner to apply for a Level 2 Childcare course (subject to Maths and English grades) or Health and Social Care course.

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