Free Level 2 Health and Care Course in Dunstable. Classes run full-time during the day at TCHC Dunstable GAPS Centre. This free health and care course is open to people aged 16 to 18 years old, and to those aged 16 to 24 years old who hold a current Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You'll cover communication in health and social care, person-centred approaches, care of the elderly, dementia awareness, planning a healthy diet, and protection and safeguarding. The course runs for 306 hours and also includes Functional Skills English and Maths.
Who this course is for
Young people aged 16-18 (and 16-24 with an EHCP) who would like to gain a qualification in Health & Care.
What you will learn
You'll develop communication skills used in health and social care settings.
You'll explore person-centred approaches to supporting individuals.
You'll study care of the elderly and how to meet their needs.
You'll build awareness of dementia and how it affects people.
You'll learn about planning a healthy diet for people in care.
You'll understand protection and safeguarding in health and social care.
You'll work toward Functional Skills qualifications in English and Maths.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre. The course includes personal and social development sessions, employability skills, and the opportunity for work experience. Assessment is built into the programme through the units you complete. You'll also study Functional Skills English and Maths alongside the health and care content.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. TCHC Dunstable GAPS Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Dementia support worker: providing specialist care for people living with dementia.
Elderly care worker: delivering day-to-day support in care homes.
Community support worker: helping people live independently in their own homes.
Domiciliary care worker: providing personal care in clients' homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to move into a senior support or supervisory role.
Level 2 or Level 3 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship: combines on-the-job training with a recognised qualification.
T Level in Health: a two-year technical qualification with a substantial industry placement, for those aiming toward healthcare careers.
