Health, Social Care for ESOL Calderdale
In-Person Class
Paid class
About this class
This is a Level 1 Award in Health, Social Care, and Children and Young People.
This qualification develops a basic knowledge of the health and social care sector and children’s services. It covers the type of job roles and services within the UK and the importance of valuing the individuals being cared for.
You will also improve your English skills by working with the tutor and other students from different countries.
Modules/Highlights:
The course provides an understanding of what Health and Social Care is, as well as children’s services available in the UK. There is information around jobs and progression in the sector, and how to live healthy
January 2026 start
Started now but still taking applications
5 hours per week.
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
No prior knowledge of Health and Social Care is required. The course is aimed at people who do not have English as a first language. You should have studied or be studying English at Entry 3 or Level 1.
If you are studying Entry 2, you need to talk with the course tutor. This conversation is to make sure you will understand the language used in the course.
All applicants will be required to attend an interview with the course tutor, to check this is the correct course for you.
After successfully completing this course, you can go on to study Level 2 in Adult Social Care, or join the Level 1 Mental Health Awareness course at Calderdale College. This will be discussed with the Adult Progression Officer.
Career Opportunities: This course does not qualify you to immediately enter a job, however you will understand how the sector works. You may be able to work in a care home or on home visits.
Students will be assessed throughout the course via tasks, portfolios and coursework.
For students 19+, please contact our Student Services Team on 01422 399367 for more information about fees
Other class details:
Accessible location
Meet the provider
Calderdale College
Calderdale College is a Further Education College in Halifax. We are passionate about giving everybody the opportunity to gain basic skills to either study further, secure an apprenticeship or find a job. Aimed at students who don’t speak English as their first language our ESOL courses give you the skills you need to succeed. Employers look for basic English skills and this course is your first step into a brighter future. We will help you decide your next steps and make sure you have everything you need to succeed. We work with local community projects such as Calderdale Valley of Sanctuary whose aim is to bring together organisations across Calderdale to create a network of places that asylum seekers and refugees know to be welcoming and understanding of their situation.
