Pathways to Care - Level 1

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Length 36 weeks
Study Full-Time
Location Carlisle College

Qualification Gained

Level 1 Pathways to Care (Certificate in Skills for Employment and Personal Development)

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More about the course

This qualification provides pathways into the sector for school leavers or anyone considering a career in Health and Social Care or Childcare.

The course has an optional placement element and this will take place in the third term in either a Health and Social Care or a Children's and Young People's setting, therefore, you will gain hands on experience within a professional setting.

It will provide an opportunity for learners to develop knowledge about the wider sector before they decide whether working in the sector is for them and gain information to make decisions about career progression.

This Course has been designed to develop the skills you need to work in Health and Social Care or Children’s and Young Peoples settings. Vocational units prepare you for employment and develop your subject knowledge.

Entry requirements

2 GCSEs grade 2/1 (E-G)

including

English and maths

Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.

What will I achieve?

Upon successful completion of this course you will achieve a Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Employment and Personal Development.

What will I learn?

Drug awareness
Healthy Living
Communication
Health and Social Care
Teamwork
Equality and diversity
Exploring an Occupational Sector
Caring for babies

How is the course taught?

Lectures
Discussions
Group sessions
Assignments
Workshops
Individual research
Classroom based activities
Portfolio work
Practical work experience
One-to-one tutorials
Group tutorials

How am I assessed?

Portfolio of work
Written assignments
Observations
Presentations
Mandatory work experience

Work experience opportunities

You will take part in a mandatory work placement of 52.5 hours and be supported to find a suitable placement provider.

English and Maths

If you do not hold English and/or math GCSEs at grade 4 or above, you will be supported with dedicated lessons to help you achieve these qualifications.

Where can I progress?

On successful completion of this course, you can progress onto the Level 2 Pathways to Care, specialising in either Health and Social Care or Early Years

Alternatively, you can progress onto an NVQ Level 2, either via an apprenticeship scheme or through employment, or you can enter employment in a variety of work settings.

Course Costs

If you are aged 16-18 when you begin your course you are likely to be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found within the financial support section.

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9 February 2024

Suicide Awareness Session

Every Life Matters attended the college to deliver sessions on Suicide Awareness to over 160 students from our Hair & Beauty and Health & Social Care courses.