STEP into Care is designed to help adults 19+ explore opportunities within the adult social care sector. The course introduces learners to the rewarding role of supporting people to live safely, independently and with dignity.
Whether you are considering a new career, returning to work or looking to develop your understanding of care, this course will help you explore the skills, knowledge and personal qualities needed to work in adult social care. The programme works with local care employers to help learners understand the sector and explore potential employment opportunities across Wiltshire and Swindon.
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STEP into Care
Adult
Health, Care and Early Years
Trowbridge!Salisbury
Study Mode
Part Time
Start Date, Location
Jan 2027, Trowbridge
Jan 2027, Salisbury
Duration
6 weeks
Cost
£.00
per academic year.
Course Overview
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What will I learn?
You will develop an understanding of adult social care and the different ways care and support are provided in the community. Topics may include:
The role of care workers and the different career opportunities available.
Person-centred care, dignity, respect and promoting independence.
Communication and building positive relationships.
Safeguarding and recognising potential concerns.
Understanding the needs of adults requiring care and support.
Exploring different care settings, including home care, residential care, supported living and community-based services.
The personal qualities and transferable skills valued by care employers.
Preparing for employment, including understanding employer expectations and potential next steps.
You will also have opportunities to learn about local employers and explore routes into work.
The role of care workers and the different career opportunities available.
Person-centred care, dignity, respect and promoting independence.
Communication and building positive relationships.
Safeguarding and recognising potential concerns.
Understanding the needs of adults requiring care and support.
Exploring different care settings, including home care, residential care, supported living and community-based services.
The personal qualities and transferable skills valued by care employers.
Preparing for employment, including understanding employer expectations and potential next steps.
You will also have opportunities to learn about local employers and explore routes into work.
Entry Requirements
As part of your online induction, you’ll complete a Maths and English Assessment to achieve a L2.
Study, Assessment and Qualifications
Assessment is informal, based on your personal targets and the learning outcomes and will be undertaken regularly with you by the course tutor.
Additional Costs and Information
There are no course fees for eligible learners.
This course will run online for three days per week at the Trowbridge campus for six weeks, the details are:
18.01.27-10.03.27 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 09:30-14:00
This course will run online for three days per week at the Salisbury campus for six weeks, the details are:
18.01.27-10.03.27 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 09:30-14:00
Should you need any additional information before applying please do contact us on adultlearning@wiltshire.ac.uk
This course will run online for three days per week at the Trowbridge campus for six weeks, the details are:
18.01.27-10.03.27 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 09:30-14:00
This course will run online for three days per week at the Salisbury campus for six weeks, the details are:
18.01.27-10.03.27 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 09:30-14:00
Should you need any additional information before applying please do contact us on adultlearning@wiltshire.ac.uk
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