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Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course Online – Learning & Skills Darlington

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Care Course. Study online, with some classroom-based sessions at Learning and Skills Darlington for certain parts of the course. This free care course is open to adults aged 19 or over who live in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area and have the right to live and work in the UK. The course runs over 12 weeks and covers duty of care, equality and diversity, safeguarding, information handling, and more. It is recommended that you hold, or are working towards, an English qualification at around GCSE grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 1.

Who this course is for

This course is for those who would like to work in the adult health and care sectors.

You will learn about duty of care, equality and diversity, information handling, safeguarding and so much more.

This course is delivered online, but you will be required to attend the learning centre for bespoke classroom-based lessons.

Entry requirements

Aged 19+ Have the right to live and work in the UK Reside in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area. Any questions please contact us.

It is recommended that you currently hold, or are working towards, an English qualification at around GCSE old grade C/new grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 1

What you will learn

  • You'll understand duty of care and what it means in practice.
  • You'll explore equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and care settings.
  • You'll learn how to handle personal and sensitive information correctly.
  • You'll study safeguarding principles to protect adults in your care.
  • You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches to care.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
  • You'll understand health and safety responsibilities in care environments.

How you will learn

Most of your learning takes place online, so you can study at times that suit you. You will also need to attend Learning and Skills Darlington in person for some classroom-based sessions. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge checks that you complete as you work through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Learning and Skills Darlington will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant. Support adults with daily living in home or residential care.
  • Support worker. Help people with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
  • Home care worker. Provide personal care and companionship in people's homes.
  • Healthcare support worker. Assist clinical staff in NHS or private health settings.
  • Residential care worker. Work in a care home supporting older or vulnerable adults.
  • Day centre support worker. Support adults attending community day services.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care. The next step for those moving into senior or lead carer roles.
  • Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Broadens your knowledge across both health and social care settings.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Useful if you want to move into a training or mentoring role within care.
  • Care Certificate. A workplace-based standard many employers require when you start a care role.
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