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

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 Redditch. Classes run at Workpays Redditch, during the day with flexible study options.

The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in the course settings. You'll explore different roles, everyday tasks, and how to work effectively in this environment. Around 117 hours of study takes you through the core topics at a manageable pace.

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 safeguarding and how to keep people safe from harm.
  • You'll develop knowledge of health, safety, and risk in care environments.
  • You'll understand person-centred approaches and why they matter.
  • You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and care settings.
  • You'll explore the range of roles and responsibilities within the health and care sector.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at Workpays Redditch. You'll work through topics with tutor support and group discussion. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete during the course. There are no formal exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Redditch 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 people with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
  • Home care worker, provides personal care and support to people in their own homes.
  • Residential support worker, assists residents in supported living or care home 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 support or train others in a care setting.

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