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Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Solihull

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care course in Solihull. Classes run at Solihull College and University Centre, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll study communication, individual rights, anatomy and physiology, cultural diversity, and the impact of diet on health. The course includes a work experience placement in a health or social care setting, and a DBS check is required. You'll also have the opportunity to work toward Maths and English qualifications alongside your main studies. This is the OCR cambridge technical diploma in health and social care qualification, assessed through assignments, presentations, and practical and online assessments.

Who this course is for

Studying a Level 2 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care will aid progression to further study (level 3) and prepare learners to enter the workplace in due course. In the health and social sector, typical employment opportunities may include working as an apprentice or in a supervised entry role, depending on specific job requirements and age restrictions.

Learners will develop knowledge and understanding by applying their learning and skills in a work-related context.

Units include;

  • Communication in health and social care,
  • Individual rights in health and social care,
  • Individual needs in health and social care,
  • Ensuring safe environments in health and social care,
  • Vocational experience in a health and social care setting,
  • Cultural diversity in health and social care,
  • Anatomy and physiology for health and social,
  • The impact of diet on health.

Entry requirements

Along with GCSE grades of mainly D/5' & E/6's learners must have a keen interest in working within the sector. Learners would ideally be working at or towards entry level EL3 /1/ GCSE equivalent for Maths/English

What you will learn

  • You'll explore communication methods used in health and social care settings.
  • You'll study individual rights and how they apply in care environments.
  • You'll examine how to identify and meet individual needs in health and social care.
  • You'll learn how to ensure safe environments for people receiving care.
  • You'll gain practical experience through a work placement in a health or social care setting.
  • You'll study cultural diversity and its role in delivering person-centred care.
  • You'll cover anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care work.
  • You'll investigate how diet affects health and wellbeing.

How you will learn

The course is delivered through taught classroom sessions and practical activities. Assessment is through assignments, presentations, practicals, and online assessments. You'll apply your learning in a work-related context, including a placement in a health or social care setting. A DBS check is a requirement of the course. Entry is subject to a successful interview and a reference or report from your last educational establishment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Solihull College and University Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to complete a DBS check as part of the course requirements.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Social care worker: work with adults or young people in community services.
  • Support worker: help individuals with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
  • Residential care worker: support residents in care homes on a day-to-day basis.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care: the natural next step, deepening your knowledge and opening more senior roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): a work-based qualification recognised for roles with greater responsibility.
  • Health and Social Care Apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training at Level 2 or Level 3.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): if you want to move toward nursing, social work, or allied health degrees at university.
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