Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Farnborough. Classes run at Farnborough College of Technology. This full-time, daytime course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings, from understanding human development to supporting people's health and wellbeing. The course takes one year to complete. It's a strong foundation if you're heading toward roles such as care assistant or support worker.
Who this course is for
See college website for details of this course. Please note that start dates are indicative only - you should visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
What you will learn
You'll explore how people develop physically, emotionally, and socially across their lives.
You'll study the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll examine how to promote health, wellbeing, and independence.
You'll understand how to safeguard individuals and maintain their dignity.
You'll look at how care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
How you will learn
The BTEC First Extended Certificate is assessed mainly through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You'll complete units assessed by your centre, with some externally assessed components set by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom sessions at Farnborough College of Technology will support your learning through taught lessons, group work, and practical activities.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Farnborough College of Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting people in their homes or residential settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: helping adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Domiciliary care worker: providing personal care and support in people's homes.
Residential care worker: supporting residents in care homes day to day.
Early years support worker: assisting children and families in care settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care: the natural next step, and often required for university entry in nursing, social work, or allied health.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ-style): a work-based qualification for those moving into employment and wanting a recognised vocational credential.
T Level in Health: a two-year technical qualification with a substantial industry placement, equivalent to three A levels.
