Level 2 Care Course in Darlington. Classes run at Darlington College, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. This level 2 care qualification is designed as a T-Level Transition programme, giving you the core skills and knowledge to progress onto a Level 3 T-Level in Healthcare. You'll need three GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English at grade 3 or above, to enrol. The course runs for 34 weeks.
Who this course is for
The new T-Level Transition programme will provide you with the core skills and knowledge required to progress onto and succeed in a Level 3 T-Level in healthcare.
Entry requirements
You will need 3 GCSEs or equivalent including Maths and English at grade 3 or above.
What you will learn
You'll develop core knowledge of health and social care settings and how they work.
You'll learn how to support the health, safety, and wellbeing of people in care.
You'll understand person-centred approaches and why they matter in care work.
You'll explore communication skills used with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to recognise and respond to concerns.
You'll build awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
You'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to progress onto a Level 3 T-Level in Healthcare.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Darlington College. Assessment is through a combination of written work, practical tasks, and ongoing coursework. Your progress will be reviewed throughout the 34 weeks to make sure you're on track for the full Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Darlington College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
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 care.
Domiciliary care worker. Provide personal care and support in people's homes.
Residential support worker. Support individuals in care homes or supported living.
What you could study next
Level 3 T-Level in Health. The natural next step from this Transition programme, leading to higher-level roles in healthcare.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. A widely held qualification for those moving into supervisory or specialist care roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care. Builds on Level 2 knowledge and opens routes into senior care assistant and team leader positions.
