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The B1 English Gap in UK Social Care, and How to Close It
Back to Menu ↩ The visa route that rebuilt the frontline care workforce set the English bar at B1. That route has now closed to
July 21, 2026
This case study looks at the challenges and successes of designing and delivering Mastering Communication in Social Care, a new blended English language and communication skills course for overseas social care workers, developed by SLC in partnership with the South East Social Care Alliance (SESCA).
Mastering Communication in Social Care is a short CPD-accredited course for overseas carers working in residential care homes, nursing homes, supported living and domiciliary care. It provides them with the English language skills that will enable them to communicate confidently and effectively at work.
For more information visit the course page and if you want to use our course in your institution or with your staff, get in touch to discuss our options.
Back to Menu ↩ The visa route that rebuilt the frontline care workforce set the English bar at B1. That route has now closed to
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