Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Hartlepool. Classes run at Hartlepool Community Hub South, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. You'll need to be working, volunteering, or on a placement in a health and social care setting, as assessment includes observation in real working situations. The course runs full-time over 6 weeks. It covers the knowledge and practical skills employers look for in adult social care roles, including care assistant positions.
Who this course is for
Always wanted to work in Health & Social Care but unsure where to start? Our Health & Social Care programme is here to help!
This exciting Health & Social Care programme is a mix of study and work. You will gain the Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care and gain valuable work experience in a Health & Social Care setting along the way.
Entry requirements
You will need to be working, volunteering or have a practical placement in a Health & Social Care setting, as an important part of the assessment process involves evaluating skills in real working situations.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of duty of care and safeguarding in health and social care settings.
You'll learn how to support individuals with their personal care and daily living needs.
You'll develop knowledge of health and safety responsibilities in care environments.
You'll explore person-centred approaches and how to respect individuals' rights and choices.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in a care context.
You'll build practical skills assessed through observation in your workplace or placement.
How you will learn
Learning is blended: you'll study online alongside attending daytime sessions at Hartlepool Community Hub South. Assessment includes observation of your practice in a real health and social care setting, so you must be working, volunteering, or on a placement throughout the course. You may also complete written tasks or knowledge assessments as part of the qualification requirements.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hartlepool Community Hub South will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need access to a health and social care workplace, volunteering role, or practical placement, as this is a requirement for assessment.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: direct entry role in residential or home care
Support worker: helping adults with daily living and independence
Healthcare assistant: supporting clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Domiciliary care worker: providing care in people's own homes
Residential care worker: working in care homes for older adults or adults with disabilities
Personal assistant: supporting individuals with care and daily tasks
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to move into senior care or supervisory roles.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths: useful if you need to meet employer or further study requirements.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: an option if you're interested in training or mentoring others in a care setting.
