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

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 Leicester. Classes run at Workpays Leicester, daytime and on a flexible schedule.

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 a care environment. Around 117 hours of study take you through topics such as safeguarding, person-centred care, communication, and health and safety. A good understanding of English at Level 2 is helpful, though you don't need a formal qualification to prove it.

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 support individuals in a person-centred way.
  • You'll explore safeguarding and how to keep people safe from harm.
  • You'll develop knowledge of health and safety responsibilities in care settings.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals and colleagues.
  • You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in a care context.
  • You'll explore the range of roles and tasks involved in health and care work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at the centre, with tutor-led teaching and group activities. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge checks that test your understanding of health and care topics. There are no exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and give feedback on your work as you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Leicester will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports individuals with daily living in care homes or in the community.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
  • Support worker, helps people with physical or learning disabilities to 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 settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the next step for those moving into senior or supervisory care roles.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills English, useful if you want to strengthen your written communication for care work.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, an option if you later want to train others in a care setting.

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