Health & Social Care

Is This Course Right for You?

Do you enjoy helping others? Are you patient, caring, and motivated by making a difference in people’s lives?

If you’re interested in becoming a childcare worker, support worker, healthcare assistant, or even training as a nurse, this course provides the perfect foundation to get started.

Course Overview

Course Title: Health & Social Care / Skills for Working in the Healthcare, Adult Care, and Child Care Sectors

Awarding Body: City & Guilds

Qualification: Level 1 Certificate

Location: BDS Training, 31 Greenhey Place, Gillibrands, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 9SA

Assessment Methods:

Portfolio Building
Written Assignments
Practical Projects & Activities

Entry Requirements: No prior experience or qualifications required.

This engaging, hands-on course is designed for learners interested in pursuing a future in childcare, healthcare, or adult social care. Through practical learning and real-world scenarios, students explore the core values and skills essential to working in a caring profession.

Delivered by qualified tutors with industry experience, the course supports students in developing confidence, communication skills, and the ability to care for others safely and responsibly.

We’ve worked closely with City & Guilds to tailor this programme to the needs of young learners. It can be taken as a one- or two-year programme, depending on individual goals and readiness.

Year 1 Course Content

Introduction to Working in Health, Adult & Child Care
Understanding Safeguarding in Care Settings
Awareness of Equality & Diversity
Developing Personal Confidence
Keeping Safe (Personal Safety & Risk Awareness)
Understanding Child Development
Individual Project: Research and Presentation Skills

Year 2 Course Content

Effective Communication in Health & Social Care
Contributing to Your Own Healthy Living
Cooking Skills for Independent Living
Interview Skills & Job Applications
Job Search Strategies
Exploring Career Progression in the Sector
Understanding Stress & Stress Management Techniques

Timetable

Days: Tuesday to Friday
Times: 9:30am – 2:30pm

Progression Opportunities

Upon successful completion, learners can progress to: