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Foundation Learning & Skills for Life

This qualification is intended to provide learners with a broad introduction to the Health and Social Care sector, equipping learners with underpinning knowledge and skills specific to the sector alongside a range of transferable employability skills.

It is designed to support progression to further learning and ultimately to work in Health and Social Care or other related
sectors.

  • Entry requirements

    Learners will be required to complete a baseline assessment, interview and provide evidence of working at an appropriate level.

  • Who is the course for?

    This qualification has been designed for learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

    The qualification purpose is to give learners knowledge and understanding and an introduction to the skills required in Health and Social Care to support progression to further study at a higher level.

  • Study methods

    A variety of teaching methods including classroom and IT suite teaching.

  • How is the course assessed?

    The course is assessed by a portfolio of evidence.

  • More information

    This qualification will be timetabled 4 Days a week, from 9.00 – 17.00.

    Students will be expected to have A4 lined paper, pens and pencils and a ring binder.

    All course enquires can be made to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Where Next – Further Studies

    This qualification is designed to enable progression into further learning in Health and Social Care.

  • How to apply

    To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit

    OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
    When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.

Course starting Sep 2025

Starts 2 September 2025

Duration 1 Year(s)

Location Harrow Weald Campus

Days/Time Monday-Friday
09:00 - 17:00