Age 16-18
Successful completion of this qualification will lead to a job interview. It will also allow you to progress on to the Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care or other programmes.
No formal entry requirements, though an interest in health and social care roles and understanding of basic social care practices is helpful. You must be legally allowed to work in the UK and have a good standard of English, maths and IT.
This qualification develops 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.