The course will develop knowledge and awareness of the types of provision in these the health and care sectors (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare and the roles played by workers - from principles and values through to health and safety and working with others.
Our Level 1 Foundation Learning Courses are designed especially for young people with special educational needs, disabilities, other support needs or those who have few or no formal qualifications. There are specific Foundation Learning courses with language support for students requiring EAL/ESOL support.
These courses offer a supportive introduction to various vocational pathways. All of our Level 1 Foundation Learning Courses include:
- A focus on improving English and maths skills
- Developing self-confidence through a personal and social development tutorial programme
- Gaining practical employability skills like CV writing and interview preparation
- A thorough introduction to your specific chosen course subject, and an introductory vocational qualification
- Working towards progression to level 2 courses, or supported internships, or employment.
With small class sizes and expert support, we'll help you build the skills and confidence for your next steps.
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About the Course
You will study:
Mandatory units:
- Understand the range of service provision and roles within health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare
- Understand the principles and values in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare
- Awareness of protection and safeguarding in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare
- Introduction to communication in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare
- Introductory awareness of equality and inclusion in health, social care and children's and young people's settings
- Introductory awareness of health and safety in health, social care and children and young people's settings
- Introductory awareness of person-centred support in health, social care and children's and young people's settings
Optional units:
- Introduction to the development of children and young people through play
- Introduction to dementia.
The units are delivered in a variety of ways which are both fun and interesting. As part of the course you will also be working towards functional skills in both English and maths.
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Entry Requirements
None, but you will have an assessment and interview. If you need advice before you apply, please call 020 8326 2000 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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Progression
If you successfully complete all the modules and receive a good reference from your teachers, you can go on to Level 2 Childcare or Level 2 Health and Social Care Diploma or an apprenticeship in the industry.
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Assessment Method
Throughout the year you will be given written assignments for each unit. The written assignments vary and may include posters, leaflets or essays.
