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Free Level 2 Health and Care Course in Hinckley – Workpays Hinckley

CostFREE
Duration117 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Health and Care Course in Hinckley. Classes run at Workpays Hinckley, during the day with flexible scheduling to suit you.

The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in the course settings. You'll explore the types of roles available, the tasks involved, and how to work effectively in this environment. Around 117 hours of study are involved in total.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Certificate in Health and Care.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to work in a health and care role. It will give you knowledge and understanding required to work in health and care as well as exploring the types of jobs and tasks included within the role and how to work effectively within this environment.

Entry requirements

A desire to work within the health and care industry in the future is important. You will require a good understanding of English at Level 2, however holding a valid qualification is not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the values and principles that underpin health and care work.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
  • You'll explore how to support individuals' health, wellbeing, and dignity.
  • You'll understand safeguarding and how to keep people safe from harm.
  • You'll learn about infection prevention and basic health and safety in care settings.
  • You'll explore the range of roles and responsibilities within health and care environments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Workpays Hinckley. The course uses a mix of taught sessions, group discussion, and written assignments. You'll be assessed through knowledge-based tasks and written questions that test your understanding of health and care topics. There is no practical placement required as part of this qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Hinckley 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 clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
  • Home care worker, provides personal care and support to people in their own homes.
  • Residential support worker, supports adults or young people in residential care settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the next step for those wanting to take on senior or supervisory roles in social care.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills English, useful if you want to strengthen your English before progressing further.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, an option if you develop an interest in training others within a care setting.

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