Health and Social Care
The LICQual Level 1 Award in Health and Social Care is a UK-aligned entry-level qualification designed to introduce learners to the fundamental principles of healthcare and social care practice. This beginner-friendly health and social care course provides essential knowledge of patient care basics, communication in healthcare settings, and safeguarding, helping learners develop the core skills required in real care environments.
As a recognised Level 1 health and social care qualification, it supports those looking to start a career in healthcare and build a strong foundation for entry-level healthcare jobs such as care assistant and support worker roles.
Learners will understand how health and social care services operate, including maintaining dignity, safety, and effective interaction with individuals. This course also reflects current industry expectations, making it a suitable starting point for learners aiming to progress into higher-level health and social care qualifications and long-term careers in the healthcare sector.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 1 Award in Health and Social Care
Total Units
6
Total Credits
6
GLH
12
Qualification #
LICQ2200135
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 1 Award in Health and Social Care, applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200135-1 |
Introduction to Health and Social Care |
1 |
2 |
|
LICQ2200135-2 |
Effective Communication in Care Settings |
1 |
2 |
|
LICQ2200135-3 |
Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care |
1 |
2 |
|
LICQ2200135-4 |
Equality and Diversity in Care |
1 |
2 |
|
LICQ2200135-5 |
Personal Development in Health and Social Care Roles |
1 |
2 |
|
LICQ2200135-6 |
Introduction to Health and Safety in Care Settings |
1 |
2 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Introduction to Health and Social Care
- Understand the key roles and responsibilities within the health and social care sector.
- Identify the values and principles that guide professional practice in health and social care settings.
Effective Communication in Care Settings
- Develop an understanding of the importance of effective communication in providing high-quality care.
- Recognize and apply communication techniques, including both verbal and non-verbal methods, in different care contexts.
Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care
- Understand the importance of safeguarding and the protection of individuals in health and social care settings.
- Identify the procedures and practices that ensure the safety and well-being of service users.
Equality and Diversity in Care
- Recognize the significance of promoting equality and respecting diversity in care environments.
- Understand how to support individuals from diverse backgrounds and provide care that is inclusive and non-discriminatory.
Personal Development in Health and Social Care Roles
- Explore the importance of personal development and lifelong learning in health and social care roles.
- Understand how to identify personal strengths and areas for improvement within a care career.
Introduction to Health and Safety in Care Settings
- Learn the fundamental health and safety principles relevant to working in health and social care environments.
- Recognize the importance of maintaining a safe and secure environment for both service users and staff.
This course is suitable for learners who are interested in starting a career in health and social care and developing essential knowledge for entry-level roles.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
