Transition to Further Education: Health and Social Care - Level 1 Summary Where can this subject lead? Key information What will I learn? How will I learn? How will I be assessed? Summary The Level 1 Award in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings aims to develop learners’ knowledge and awareness of health, social care and children’s and young people’s settings. It is aimed at learners 16-18 who wish to develop an understanding of the similarities and differences between these settings. Next course dates Start date Location Duration 02 Sep 2025 Bispham Campus 1 Year Apply now Where can this subject lead? Career progressionThis qualification provides pathways into the sector for school leavers or anyone considering a career in Health, Social Care and Early Years.It will not confirm competence in a job role but will provide an opportunity for learners to develop knowledge about the wider Health, Social Care and Early Years sector before they decide whether working in the sector is for them and gain information to make decisions about career progression for further education. Key information Entry RequirementsThere are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, but learners must be at least 14 years of age.Grade 1 or 2 in Maths and English. Qualification obtainedAward in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children's and Young People's Settings Extra costs and equipmentNo other costs equipment needed. What will I learn? Industry placement, field trips and guest speakersNo placement required. How will I learn? You will attend college 3 days per week where you will study units covering topics/areas including:Understand the range of service provision and roles within health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcareUnderstand the principles and values in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcareIntroductory awareness of health and safety in health, social care and children’s and young people’s settingsClassroom taught sessions which are enhanced with an opportunity to engaged in enrichment activities such as:VolunteeringTeam BuildingCommunity based projects How will I be assessed? How will I be assessed?Student will create a portfolio of evidence which will be internally assessed using a range of methods which could include: written assignments or tasks, This may include things such as designing a leaflet or booklet, charts or diagrams or setting up an information board.