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Health and Social Care (Level 1 Diploma First Diploma)

Pearson BTEC
Care & Health

Course Overview

This course is equivalent to GCSEs and is designed as an introduction to the health and social care sector exposing learners to the in depth knowledge of how to be a proficient practitioner within the working environment. External visits and visiting speakers will enable students to develop a deeper knowledge about this sector. Additional education in the area of visual awareness and sensory loss will be provided. Successful completion at the appropriate level enables students to apply for progression onto the Level 3 pathways such as Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care/Health Studies/Health Sciences. Students who have successfully completed this qualification may be able to progress to Level 2 Traineeship Health and Social Care.
  • Start Date
    1 Sept 2025
  • Study Mode
    Full-Time
  • Duration
    1 Year
  • Campus
    Strand Road

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  • Course: Pearson BTEC Level 1 Diploma First Diploma Health and Social Care
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2025
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Course Offering

  • Site location Strand Road

Course Modules

  • Human Lifespan Development
  • Health and Social Care Values
  • Effective Communication in Health and Social Care
  • Equality and Diversity in Health and Social Care
  • Individual Rights in Health and Social Care
  • Healthy Living
  • Carrying out a Research Project in Health and Social Care
  • (Optional) : The Impact of Nutrition on Health and Wellbeing
  • (Optional) : Promoting Health and Wellbeing
  • (Optional) : An Introduction to Basic First Aid
  • (Optional) : Infection Control in Health and Social Care
  • (Optional) : Creative and Therapeutic Activities in Health and Social Care
  • (Optional) : Skills and Qualities for Working in the Health and Social Care Sector
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

No formal entry requirements

ROI Requirements

No formal entry requirements

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Interview Required

Work Placement

Work placement is not a component of this course.

Fee Information

  • Additional Fees
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What's Next?

Further Study

Students who have successfully completed this qualification may be able to progress to Level 2 Traineeship Health and Social Care.

Career Prospects

You may be able to progress to Traineeship at Level 2 which will help you experience real work situations in Health and Social Care.

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Meet our students

  • Image of Shan Farren
    This course has been an exciting and challenging journey that allowed me to discover my love of design. The excellent tutors opened my eyes to new materials, techniques and media which has helped me develop my illustration and digital skills. I’ve now decided to study Game Design at university.
    Shan Farren
  • Image of Chloe and Judith MacCombe (Sport)
    We represented Ireland at the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games, and one of our proudest moments was when we received a guard of honour from NWRC staff and students when we returned to the College to host a Q&A masterclass on Sport Psychology.
    Chloe and Judith MacCombe (Sport)

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