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Level 2 Health and Care Course in Stockport – Stockport Skills Centre

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration30 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact GC Education and Skills for more info.

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About this course

Level 2 Health and Care Course in Stockport. Classes run at Stockport Skills Centre, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old, or aged 19 to 24 with an Education, the course Plan. Fees may apply otherwise.

You'll build knowledge of the course sector over around 30 weeks. The course covers practical skills, personal development, and the employability skills that employers in health and social care look for. There are no formal entry requirements. You'll need an interest in the course and a willingness to take part in classroom and practical activities.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Award in Health and Care.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for 16 - 18-year-olds who want to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for a future career in health and social care with a Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Award or Certificate in Health and Care.

This course provides learners with an understanding of the health and care sector, helping them build the practical, personal and employability skills valued by employers and further education providers.

The qualifications are designed to support progression into further study, apprenticeships and employment within health and care settings.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

Learners should have an interest in health and care and a willingness to participate in classroom-based learning and practical activities.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop an understanding of how health and care services work.
  • You'll build practical skills used in care settings.
  • You'll develop personal and communication skills valued by employers.
  • You'll learn about the responsibilities of care workers and how to support people safely.
  • You'll explore employability skills to help you move into work or further study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical activities at Stockport Skills Centre. Tutors will support you throughout the course. Assessment is based on coursework and practical tasks completed during your studies. There are no exams to sit at the end.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stockport Skills Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports people with daily living in care homes or in the community.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with physical, emotional, or social needs.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
  • Home care worker, provides personal care and support to people in their own homes.
  • Residential support worker, supports adults or young people in residential settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the next step for those wanting to take on more responsibility in a care role.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care, lets you earn while you train with an employer.
  • T Level in Health, a two-year qualification for those considering a career in healthcare or nursing.
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