Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Course Code: 26592

Teacher: This course is being taught by Louisa.

What is this Course about?

This qualification provides a starting point for deciding whether a career in the adult social care sector is right for you. It develops a basic knowledge of the sector, covering the type of job roles and services within it, the role of communication and the importance of valuing the individuals being cared for.

The course is made up of 5 Units:

1. Introduction to the adult social care sector
2. The values and principles of adult social care
3. Skills and attitudes needed to work in adult social care
4. Awareness of communication in adult social care
5. Roles and responsibilities of the adult social care worker

Please note, this qualification does not confer competence or licence to practise.

Who is this Course for?

This qualification is aimed at a range of learners who are thinking about a career in adult health and social care and who wish to explore roles within the field. 

Entry Requirements to do this Course:

Learners will be expected to have Level 1 English, or equivalent skills.

Learners must have basic digital skills to be able to complete and upload work.

How you will be assessed?

This is a portfolio based course. Assessment tasks will be set weekly and will vary from written assignments, quizzes, creating posters.

How much studying will I need to do outside of the lesson?

Homework tasks will be set every week, so learners should be prepared to spend 2-3 hrs each week outside of the lesson time to complete these assignments.

What learners need to bring/supply

Learners must have a laptop or tablet with a working camera to access Google Classroom

Learners will need to meet full funding criteria.

What happens after I book this course?

There are two steps to complete before studying with us and booking on here is the first step. Your next step will be to enrol on your chosen course following the instructions in your order confirmation email.

The next steps…

During this course we will talk to you about your next steps which could include attending other courses/workshops such as Functional Skills Maths and English Level 2, Employability courses such as ‘Job search in an Online World’, Personal development courses such as the Level 1 Award in Personal Resilience & Perseverance’, as well as shorter courses such as ‘Boost your Confidence’ and ‘Assertiveness and Communication’. Please see the full range of courses we offer.

We have programmes that can support you with your next steps in skills and employment. For further information please see our information, advice and guidance page.

NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - *With the exception of the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set criteria - please see further details under the 'Further Information' heading.