Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Study Level

Level 1 Award

Location

The Place University Centre

Duration

15 weeks

FT / PT

Part-time

This course is designed to develop a basic knowledge of the adult social care sector. It covers the type of job roles and services within it, the role of communication and the importance of valuing the individuals being cared for.

Units may include:
Awareness of Communication in Adult Social Care
Introduction to the Values and Principles of Adult Social Care
Introduction to the Adult Social Care Sector
Awareness of the Role and Responsibilities of the Adult Social Care Worker
Awareness of the Skills and Attitudes Needed to Work in Adult Social Care 

In addition to the formal lessons, individual tutorials and careers advice sessions are held with you throughout the course. 

You can progress on to a range of other qualifications at Level 1 or above.

Requirements

A sufficient understanding of maths and English Language is needed to cope with the demands of the course. All students will undertake diagnostic assessment to assess these skills during the course interview or induction process and you will be required to demonstrate that you can work at Level 1. 

Assessment

Formative assessment will take place throughout the course with a final portfolio of evidence produced at the end. There are no examinations on this course. 

Progression

We offer a range of other adult qualifications and short courses. Please contact adultlearning@eastcoast.ac.uk for more information.