ICTQual Level 1 Award in Health and Social Care

This qualification provides a foundation for learners entering health and social care, focusing on essential knowledge, awareness, and introductory care principles aligned with ICTQual AB standards.

• Accredited entry-level qualification

• No prior experience required

• Flexible learning structure

• Foundation in care principles

• Focus on safeguarding and wellbeing

• Suitable for career starters

The ICTQual Level 1 Award in Health and Social Care is designed as an introductory qualification for individuals seeking to understand the fundamental principles of care work. It provides learners with essential awareness of safeguarding, communication, and person-centred support within health and social care settings. The course is structured to build confidence and prepare learners for further study or entry-level employment in the sector.

• Introduction to health and social care sector roles

• Understanding safeguarding and protection principles

• Awareness of person-centred care approaches

• Importance of communication in care settings

• Basic health, safety, and hygiene awareness

• Preparation for further vocational study in care

This course introduces learners to essential knowledge and basic skills required to work safely and effectively in health and social care environments.

• Understand the principles of health and social care

• Recognise safeguarding and protection responsibilities

• Demonstrate awareness of effective communication

• Understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in care

• Identify basic health and safety requirements in care settings

• Understand person-centred care principles

This qualification is intended for individuals who are new to the health and social care sector and wish to develop foundational knowledge for future progression or employment.

• School leavers seeking vocational pathways

• Individuals new to care work

• Aspiring health and social care assistants

• Unemployed learners seeking entry-level skills

• Career changers entering care sector

• Volunteers in community or care environments

This is an entry-level qualification with no formal academic or professional prerequisites required.

• Basic literacy skills in English

• Minimum recommended age of 14–16 years

Assessment is designed to confirm understanding of basic health and social care principles through accessible evaluation methods.

• Multiple-choice questionnaires

• Short written assignments

• Tutor observation (where applicable)

• Knowledge-based workbook tasks

This qualification provides a pathway to higher-level health and social care training and entry-level employment opportunities in the sector.

• ICTQual Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care

• Entry-level care assistant roles

• Community support worker pathways

• Further vocational health and social care qualifications