NCFE CACHE LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA IN INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH, SOCIAL CARE AND CHILDREN’S AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S SETTINGS

This nationally recognised qualification introduces learners to essential knowledge and understanding of the health, social care, and early years sectors. It helps develop awareness of care settings and the roles of professionals supporting children, young people, and adults.

Course Structure:

The qualification is structured with both mandatory and optional units. While the mandatory units focus on core values, safety, and communication, the optional units allow learners to explore areas of personal interest across adult care and children’s services.

This qualification covers the following areas:

• Introduction to health and social care environments
• Understanding roles and responsibilities in care settings
• Principles, values, and safeguarding practices
• Health and safety in children’s and young people’s care
• Effective communication and working with others

This Level 1 qualification supports early progression into care careers and lays a foundation for further study in health, social care, or childcare pathways.

Who Is It Suitable For?

This qualification is ideal for individuals aged 14+ who are exploring a future in health, social care, or childcare and want to build a solid foundation before pursuing a career or further study.

Work Placement Requirement

Do you need to be working to take the qualification? No, this is a knowledge-only qualification. There is no requirement to be employed or on placement during the course.

Duration

This Level 1 diploma is typically completed within 12 months or less, depending on your pace and learning provider.

Career Opportunities

• Entry-level Care Assistant
• Support Worker (Children or Adults)
• Early Years or Nursery Assistant Trainee

The course is designed to support progression to Level 2 qualifications and opens doors to early-stage roles in care and early years environments.