This course is perfect for those aiming to work in the Care industry. During the course, you will gain practical experience in addressing patient needs and providing high-quality care. By enhancing your communication and problem-solving abilities, this course prepares you to engage compassionately and effectively with patients and clients, setting you up for success in a variety of health and social care settings.
Portland Training has a commitment to providing impartial Information, Advice & Guidance (IAG) for all learners to help them make informed decisions on their own future.
As part of your enrolment process, you will have access to designated IAG staff to provide you with the support needed to help you make an informed decision regarding this course, making sure this it is right for you.
You can find out more about Portland Training’s IAG provision by clicking here.
This course is available across England. Eligibility depends on your home postcode. During enrolment, we will verify your location to confirm you qualify for funding.
19+yrs, unemployed and in receipt of government benefits or employed and earning less than the threshold amount.
Threshold Amounts:
- £23,000 per annum
Must be a full time resident in the UK and meet other residency criteria
Initial Assessments in English and Maths and other eligibility checks will be carried out at enrolment.
This course will taught using a range of practical and theoretical units. Assessment criteria will include practical assessments, written assessments and the completion of a portfolio.
If you meet the entry requirement criteria, this course is fully funded. Meaning you may not have to pay anything.
Portland Training may also be able to access a Learner Support Fund to offer financial support for learners who are facing financial hardship to help pay for things that are not covered in the course funding, such as travel to and from the course venue.
To find out more regarding funding eligibility, please complete the form and a member of the enrolment team will get back to you soon.
The Introduction to Care course is designed for people who would like to pursue a career in the Care sector. The course equips learners with the skills needed to find employment within this field.
Example Career Paths
- Care Assistant
- Care Worker
As part of this course, you will receive impartial advice and support as part of Portland Training’s ongoing Information, Advice & Guidance (IAG) provision to enable you to make informed decisions on your future.
You will be assigned a designated Employment & Progression officer who’s job it is to offer impartial support and guidance on your next steps. You will also receive ongoing employability training, including important training such as, interview techniques and CV writing.
We also work with a range of local employers to help our learners gain employment on completion of their course.
