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Course Details

HC26T21A Intro Health and Social Care


Venue Cobourg House (Main Venue)
Address 32 Mayflower St, PL1 1QX
Qualification No Qualification
Start Date 15/09/2026
End Date 15/09/2026
Day & Time Tuesday 09:30
Duration (Hours) 02:30
Fee Free
Concession -
Contact Name OCSW Info
Contact Number 01752660713
Contact Email Info@oncoursesouthwest.co.uk
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Detailed Summary

Who is this course for?

Have you ever thought about working in care, nursing, support work, or helping others in your community? This course is perfect for anyone who wants to explore the health and social care sector before committing to a longer qualification. It is ideal for adults returning to work, career changers, or anyone who wants to make a real difference to people’s lives.

Entry Requirements

Interest in the care sector and willingness to participate

What You Will Learn

Overview of the health and social care sector. This course will give you a broad introduction to working in health and social care. You will explore the key principles of care practice, learn about different roles and responsibilities within the sector, and develop important communication and teamwork skills. The course also covers safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, person-centred care, professional values, and an understanding of different health conditions and support needs. In addition, you will build your employability skills through CV writing, interview preparation, and support to help you move into work or further training.

Course Aim

This course will give you a practical introduction to the world of health and social care. You will explore the wide range of jobs available, develop valuable employability skills, and build confidence in taking your next steps into work or further study.

Course Length

2.5 Hours

What You Will Need to Bring

Notebook, pen, and willingness to engage

How You Will Learn

Classroom teaching/Lectures, Group discussions/Collaboration

How you will be assessed

No formal assessment (Attendance only) Group discussions and reflections

Where Next

Progression to Level 1/2 Health and Social Care courses or SWAP programmes

Will learners gain a qualification?

No, it is for personal development only

Extra Info

This course will give you a practical introduction to the world of health and social care. You will explore the wide range of jobs available, develop valuable employability skills, and build confidence in taking your next steps into work or further study.