Award in Health and Care Entry Level 3 (PEN25S026)
Employability
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Mode of attendance: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 16 September 2025
End date: Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Number of weeks: 19
Time: 09:00 - 12:00
Tutor: Andrea Brook
Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)
Venue address: The Regent, Old London Road, Penrith, Cumbria. CA11 8ET
Free Course
About the course:
The Entry Level 3 Award in Health and Care is a perfect introduction to the sector. You will complete two units looking at some of the basic knowledge that underpins many different job roles. This course will also help you prepare for the world of work, understand values and attitudes relevant to employment, develop skills needed to find, gain and be successful in employment in the care sector. Assessment will be through an portfolio of evidence which demonstrates your knowledge and understanding as the course progresses.How will the course be delivered?
The course will be delivered by an experienced tutor who has an extended experience of the sector and will be able to give you real life experiences of the care sector. Lessons will be taught either face to face in one of our learning centres or online via Zoom. Activities will often include discussions, group and pair work, written work, Q&A and worksheets. Your tutor will ensure that the lessons are engaging, interactive and supportive.
What do I need to bring?
You need to bring an pen, notebook and any other items guided by your tutor. If your course is in our online classroom (Zoom) you will need an computer, smart phone or tablet and an good internet connection.
What are the entry requirements?
As this is an entry level 3 course you should have an English qualification at entry level 2 or above. This could be a GCSE or a equivalent such as a functional skills qualification. You will also need to undertake an initial assessment to determine if this is the right level for you. You do not need any experience of working in the adult social care sector.
What can I do next?
On completion of this course you can progress in employment or to many other Employability courses and workshops including courses on searching and applying for work and interview/presentation skills. You may also choose to progress to English, Maths or IT courses.
How well am I doing?
This is a portfolio qualification so you complete a range of assessment activities, and your tutor will mark your work and feedback to you as the course progresses. Feedback will be both written and verbal and will always be supportive and constructive helping you to see what you have achieved and how to improve. You will also have an Individual Progress Record (IPR) to track your progress and enable you to set personal targets.
Additional transferable skills:
Self-confidence, Independent Learning Skills, Working with others, Communication Skills
Enquiries
Centre: Penrith Adult Learning
Contact number: 07468 709606
Email address: penrithadultlearning@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk