Free Level 2 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care course in Cambridge. Classes run at Long Road Sixth Form College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll study communication, anatomy and physiology, individual needs, and creative and therapeutic activities. The course includes a two-week work placement in a health, social care, or early years setting, where you put classroom learning into practice. Entry requires three GCSEs at Grade 4, including Grade 3 in GCSE English Language and Grade 3 in GCSE Maths. Students who haven't achieved Grade 4 in English or Maths must retake them alongside the course.
Who this course is for
https://www.longroad.ac.uk/hsc-level-2
Entry requirements
Three GCSEs at Grade 4 including: Grade 3 in GCSE English Language Grade 3 in GCSE Maths Students who have not achieved a Grade 4 in GCSE English and/or GCSE Maths must retake these as part of their study programme.
What you will learn
You'll explore communication processes and how to apply them with people who have different communication needs.
You'll study anatomy and physiology, including how cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems work together.
You'll learn how diet affects health and how to support people with nutrition-related needs.
You'll understand how individual needs vary across diverse groups and how to meet them effectively.
You'll discover how creative and therapeutic activities support people with a range of needs.
You'll examine individual rights and how to uphold them in care settings.
You'll gain practical experience through a two-week placement in a health, social care, or early years setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions covering theory across all units. Assessment includes written assignments, an evidence booklet completed during your work placement, and unit-based tasks. The placement element lets you apply what you've studied in a real care or early years environment. You'll be supported in choosing a placement setting appropriate to your interests.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Long Road Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in care homes or at home
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Early years practitioner: work with young children in nurseries or playgroups
Support worker: help people with disabilities or mental health needs live independently
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's own homes
Residential support worker: support residents in care or supported living settings
What you could study next
Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care: the natural next step if you want to deepen your knowledge and move into more senior or specialist roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ): a work-based qualification that supports progression to senior care assistant or team leader roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: if your placement pointed you toward working with children and early years.
