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Level 2 Health and Care Course in Wigan

CostFREE
Duration30 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Health and Care Course in Wigan. Classes run at Wigan Skills Centre, full-time during the day.

The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds. If you're 19 to 24 years old with an Education, the course Plan, fees may not apply. For others aged 19 or over, fees may apply. The course runs for around 30 weeks and covers the knowledge and practical skills employers look for in health and social care settings. You'll explore how care services work, develop personal and employability skills, and build the confidence to work with people in care roles.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate 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 understand how health and social care services are organised and delivered.
  • You'll develop practical skills used in everyday care settings.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who need care and support.
  • You'll explore the values and principles that underpin good care practice.
  • You'll build employability skills valued by health and care employers.
  • You'll develop personal and social skills to support your next steps into work or further study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical activities at Wigan Skills Centre. Teaching is delivered by experienced tutors who guide you through the course content. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks rather than formal exams. You'll be assessed on your knowledge and skills throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wigan 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.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside nurses and clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
  • Support worker, helps people with physical or learning disabilities to live independently.
  • Home care worker, delivers personal care and support to people in their own homes.
  • Residential support worker, provides care and supervision in residential settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the next step for those wanting to take on senior or supervisory care roles.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care, combining work and study with a care employer.
  • T Level in Health, a two-year full-time qualification for those aiming toward healthcare or nursing careers.
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