Course Overview

NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

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Qualification Overview

This qualification provides an accessible first step into the adult social care sector for individuals exploring new career opportunities or returning to work. It introduces the core values, principles, and responsibilities of care roles and helps learners develop the confidence and foundational knowledge needed to progress into Level 2 training or entry-level care positions. The programme is designed to engage residents who may be furthest from the labour market, supporting them to make informed choices about their next steps in health and social care.

Funding criteria

This course is fully funded by Slough Borough Council through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), meaning eligible learners can complete the qualification at no cost.

To qualify for funding, learners must:

  • Be aged 19 or over
  • Live in Slough (or have proof of residence within the borough)
  • Have the right to live and work in the UK
  • Be unemployed, economically inactive, or in a low-paid role
  • Have an interest in working within the adult social care sector

This initiative is designed to help local residents gain the skills and confidence to progress into further learning or employment opportunities in the growing care sector.

Progression opportunities

  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
Qualification Reference Number (QRN)

600/1213/4

Total qualification time (TQT):

60

Guided learning hours (GLH)

53

Accreditation

Ncfe CACHE

Mode of Delivery

Online

Entry requirements:

  • Aged 19+ (for funding purposes, however you can access this qualification from 14+)
  • Entry Level 3 English
  • Have Right to Work in UK
  • Resident in Slough (for funding purposes)

Mandatory Units

To gain this qualification, learners must achieve 6 credits from the mandatory units:

  • Introduction to the adult social care sector
  • Introduction to the values and principles of adult social care
  • Awareness of the skills and attitudes needed to work in adult social care
  • Awareness of communication in adult social care
  • Awareness of the roles and responsibilities of the adult social care worker

Assessment

The qualification will be assessed by your Tutor or Assessor using a range of methods. This could include tasks such as designing charts or leaflets, coursework or methods such as oral questioning.

Real Work Environment (RWE)

This is a knowledge-only qualification.

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