Free Level 2 Common Health Conditions Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over seven weeks, you'll build knowledge of conditions including dementia, stroke, sensory loss, arthritis, and Parkinson's disease. You'll also learn how to monitor the health of people affected by these conditions. No previous qualifications are required. This free common health conditions course is funded through the Adult Skills Fund.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone who works in health and social care. Increase your understanding of common health conditions of those who may be under your care and help you to monitor the health of people affected by them. Whether you want to build your knowledge to provide better care for those you work with, or are looking to progress further in your career or education, this course is a great place to start.
Entry requirements
There are no previous qualifications required to complete this qualification. This is an entry level qualification aimed to build your skills and knowledge.
What you will learn
You'll understand how common health conditions affect the people in your care
You'll learn how to contribute to monitoring the health of individuals with health conditions
You'll develop awareness of sensory loss and its impact on daily life
You'll explore the causes, symptoms, and progression of dementia
You'll learn about stroke, arthritis, and Parkinson's disease and how they are managed
You'll understand how to support people living with these conditions day to day
How you will learn
The course is delivered entirely online through a dedicated learning platform. Once enrolled, you'll have access to all course materials and deadlines through the platform. Assessment is based on written assignments and knowledge checks completed online. You work through six units covering the core health conditions, submitting work digitally. All feedback is provided through the online platform.
What you will need to bring
Learning Curve will confirm anything you need before you start. As an online course, you'll need access to a device with an internet connection.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people with long-term health conditions at home or in residential care
Support worker: help individuals manage daily life alongside chronic illness
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in GP surgeries, hospitals, or community settings
Domiciliary carer: provide personal care and health monitoring in people's own homes
Senior care assistant: take on monitoring responsibilities within a care team
Dementia care worker: specialise in supporting people living with dementia
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Awareness of Dementia: deepen your knowledge of dementia care and support roles that require specialist understanding.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering the full range of skills needed for a career in adult social care, and a step toward higher-level roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the qualification many senior care and supervisory roles require.
