Level 2 Care Course. Study online. You can study at your own pace over up to a year, fitting learning around your work and personal commitments. To enrol, you need to be working in a health or social care setting for at least 12 hours a week, paid or voluntary. The course covers communication, equality and inclusion, person-centred approaches, and the role of the health and social care worker. It's a recognised care qualification that builds on the experience you already have.
Who this course is for
This one-year Level 2 course is ideal if you are 19+, are already a care worker and you have some responsibility in your workplace or you want to develop your skills to progress in your career. The qualification assesses knowledge and skills relating to the health and social care workforce. It is relevant to job roles such as, but not limited to: senior care assistants, support workers, key workers in residential setting and personal assistants employed directly by the individual they support or their families. Providing care to others is highly fulfilling. It's more than just a job; it's a calling. Whether you're a carer or care assistant, you have the chance to enhance the lives of those needing assistance. The role allows you to make a positive impact on someone who requires extra help and support.
Entry requirements
You must already be working in a paid or voluntary capacity in a health and social care setting for a minimum of 12 hours per week. You will also need to complete an initial assessment of your numeracy and literacy skills.
What you will learn
You'll develop your understanding of communication in health and social care settings.
You'll explore equality, diversity, and inclusion in care practice.
You'll study person-centred approaches and how to apply them in your role.
You'll build knowledge of personal development and reflective practice.
You'll learn about the responsibilities of the health and social care worker.
You'll cover safeguarding, duty of care, and professional boundaries.
How you will learn
This is an online, work-based Diploma, so your learning is tied to your current role. You'll complete assessments that draw on your day-to-day practice. You'll also take an initial assessment of your numeracy and literacy skills before you start. South & City College Birmingham will use this to plan your learning and confirm the course is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South & City College Birmingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support individuals with daily living in residential or home settings.
Senior care assistant: take on lead responsibility within a care team.
Support worker: work with adults or young people with additional needs.
Key worker (residential): provide consistent support to named individuals in care homes.
Personal assistant: support individuals directly employed by them or their families.
Community care worker: deliver care in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step if you want to move into a senior or supervisory role in care.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to mentor or train others in a care setting.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management: suited to those aiming for team leader or management positions.
