Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Colchester. Classes run at Adult Skills Centre Colchester, full-time during the day. You'll study human development, care values, communication, and the health and social care sector. Work experience placements are part of the programme, giving you practical hours to add to your CV. The course also develops your English, maths, and employability skills. It typically takes 9 months to complete. Entry requires four GCSEs at grades 3 to 9 including English and maths, or a Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent, plus a DBS check.
Who this course is for
The Health and Social Care Study Programme is ideal for those looking to develop their skills towards a career in thehealth or social care services.
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs (9-3) including English and Maths, or Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent, or satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) in a relevant Level 1 qualification and an interview. Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS*) check * Please note there is a charge of 45 for an online DBS check.
What you will learn
You'll explore human lifespan development and how it shapes care needs.
You'll study health and social care values and how they apply in practice.
You'll develop effective communication skills for working with people in care settings.
You'll examine social influences on health and wellbeing.
You'll build an understanding of how the health and social care sector is organised.
You'll complete work experience placements to apply your learning in a real care environment.
You'll practise CV writing and interview skills to support your job search.
How you will learn
Learning is delivered through classroom teaching, assignments, seminar presentations, research, and personal study, supported by tutorials. You'll also take part in resource-based learning activities. Assessment is through coursework and assignments rather than exams. Work experience placements form a required part of the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Adult Skills Centre Colchester will confirm anything else you need before you start. Note that a DBS check is required as part of enrolment; there is a charge of £45 for the online DBS check.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in their homes or residential settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Day centre assistant: support service users in community day services.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
Residential care worker: work in care homes supporting older adults.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care: the natural next step if you want to move into senior care roles or apply to university.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): a work-based qualification recognised for career progression in adult social care.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): prepares you for nursing, social work, or allied health degree programmes at university.
