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East Sussex College - Eastbourne
Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2UF
Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 1
Available start dates
Available start dates
Monday, 07 September 2026
East Sussex College - Eastbourne
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Some additional costs may be required for: Placement uniform / Textbooks / Trips
Course Summary
The Foundation Diploma in Heath & Social Care & Childcare is a one-year course, aimed at preparing students for progression in either the field of Health & Social Care or Childcare.
Course Details
You will study ten units in total: � Four mandatory units. o Being Organised o Developing a Personal Development Plan o Working with Others o Research � Six optional units. o Communication o Advising Others about Healthy Lifestyles o Measuring Older Adult�s Fitness for Everyday Tasks o Making Healthy Snacks o Creative Activities o Using Adaptive Equipment Safely
How will it be delivered and assessed?
During the course you will complete an end of unit assignment for each unit as listed above. The assessment methods used are varied, and include short written assignments, case studies, as well as workbooks and practical observations.
Entry requirements
You will need to demonstrate an ability to achieve Level 1 English and maths by the end of the course through an initial assessment.
Your next steps...
After the course you will be able to progress either to our level 2 programmes in Health & Social Care or Childcare dependent on how well you achieve in your study programme including your outcomes in English & Maths. This may be through our academic courses, or via an apprenticeship.
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