• The Entry Level 3 Award in Health and Care gives students a basic introduction to the health and social care sector, using simple English and practical activities suitable for ESOL students.
• Designed to help adults understand key ideas about caring for themselves and others, communication, equality and staying safe.
• Ideal for ESOL students who want to build health vocabulary, develop confidence and move towards Level 1 Health & Social Care or related study.

• Effective Communication in Health & Social Care
• Equality & Inclusion
• Working in Health & Social Care Settings
• Health & Safety / Safeguarding
• Planning a Healthy Diet
• Working in a Team

• Must be aged 19 or over.
• Suitable for ESOL students working at Entry 3 English level.
• No previous health or care knowledge required.
• A short initial assessment may be used to check your English level.

• Helps ESOL students understand health and care vocabulary in simple English.
• Supports communication skills needed in everyday life and future care roles.
• Provides essential knowledge for those thinking about working in health, childcare or social care.
• Builds confidence, routine, and understanding of UK health expectations.
• Offers a stepping stone to Level 1 or Level 2 Health & Social Care qualifications.

• Through ESOL friendly activities including pictures, speaking practice and simple reading tasks.
• Teacher demonstrations and small group discussions.
• Watching short videos and completing practical tasks linked to care settings.
• Vocabulary-building worksheets with sentence frames and key phrases.
• Real-life examples of care situations to help understanding.

Assessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence such as:

• worksheets
• short written or spoken answers
• teacher observations
• simple practical tasks

All units are pass/fail and assessed internally.
There is no exam.

City Learning Quarter, St George's Parade, Wolverhampton WV2 1AZ

• The course is free for most adult students, depending on eligibility.
• You may need basic stationery such as a pen and notebook.
• All learning materials will be provided in class.

Gateway Qualifications Entry Level 3 Award in Health and Care

Progress to:

• Gateway Entry Level Certificate in Health and Care
• Level 1 Health & Social Care
• ESOL Level 1
• Related vocational courses (Childcare, Customer Service, Employability)

Use basic English vocabulary confidently in everyday health contexts.
Understand simple expectations of care workers and support roles.
Build confidence to move towards volunteering or work experience in care settings.