Health and Social Care Academy

The course is funded through adult funding and where required subsidised by a training grant. There are no fees to the student. Please contact our Admissions team via admissions@eastcoast.ac.uk for more information.

This course will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to develop an understanding of the sector and build confidence in your role. You will explore key areas including effective communication, equality and diversity, person-centred approaches, infection prevention and control, and safe manual handling practices. The course will help you develop the foundations needed to provide safe, respectful, and high-quality support within a professional care environment.

You will need to complete a health declaration to ensure safe working in practical tasks.

A short observation is required for this course.

You can progress on to a Level 2 diploma in the workplace, employment or an apprenticeship.

This course will cover the essential knowledge and skills required to understand the care sector and develop confidence within a professional care environment. Key areas of study will include effective communication, equality and diversity, person-centred approaches, infection prevention and control, and safe manual handling practices. The course will provide the foundations needed to support safe, respectful, and high-quality care.

Are you 16-18 years old and still deciding your next step for september 2026?

Come along to our 'Secure Your Place' Evening and chat with our curriculum teams. Apply on the night and walk away with your offer.

21 May, 4PM - 6PM

It's super quick and easy.

Health and Social Care Academy

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