Free Level 2 Health and Social Care (Adults) for England Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study while working in a care or support role, building your skills on the job with employer support. The course covers the mandatory knowledge and skills required across the health and social care sector, plus optional units tailored to your role. You'll need to complete a minimum of 46 credits. The course typically takes 8 months. This is the standard entry-level health and social care for England qualification recognised across the UK's public, private, and voluntary sectors.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Diploma course is designed for care workers & support staff that are currently looking to achieve a nationally recognised qualification. The course is suitable for anyone working in the public, private & voluntary Health & Social Care sector.
The level 2 in Health & Social Care is the standard entry level qualification across the UK. Learners must achieve a min of 46 credits, 24 of these credits are from mandatory units and 22 from optional Units. Learners pathways can be selected from the generic pathway, learning disabilities or dementia to tailor the award to the service users they support.
An experienced Health & Social Care assessor will support the learners on a 1-2-1 basis or group basis including planning, assessments & feedback
Course Duration: 6 Months
Entry requirements
Some full funding for 19-23 year olds and Apprenticeships available.
Funding is subject to eligibility.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches in health and social care settings.
You'll learn how to support individuals with their personal care and daily living needs.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect adults at risk.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll cover health and safety responsibilities in a care environment.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in care practice.
You'll complete optional units relevant to your specific care or support role.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in your workplace. You'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your day-to-day work, demonstrating competence across mandatory and optional units. Assessment is carried out by a qualified assessor who will observe you at work, review your portfolio, and conduct professional discussions. You'll need to achieve a minimum of 46 credits to complete the Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. E-Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in residential or home care.
Support worker: helping individuals with physical or learning disabilities.
Healthcare assistant: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Home care worker: delivering personal care in clients' own homes.
Residential care worker: supporting adults in care home environments.
Day centre support worker: facilitating activities and personal care in day services.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step for those moving into senior care roles or team leader positions.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to mentor or train other care staff.
Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Mental Health: for those working with or moving into mental health support roles.
