Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College. This full-time, daytime health and social care course takes one year to complete. You'll study topics including human development, health and wellbeing, and how care services work in practice. The level 2 health and social care qualification is a solid foundation for roles in care settings and a stepping stone to further study. Contact the college to discuss entry requirements and whether this course is the right fit for you.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll learn how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll examine factors that affect health and wellbeing.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and the duty of care.
You'll look at communication skills used in care settings.
You'll investigate how individuals are supported to maintain independence and dignity.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Extended Certificate is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. You'll complete coursework tasks set by your tutors alongside timed assessments set by Pearson. Classroom sessions cover theory and applied scenarios. There are no traditional written exams for all units, but some units require a supervised assessment under timed conditions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
Early years support worker: assist in nurseries or children's care settings.
Residential childcare worker: support young people in residential care homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care: the natural next step if you want to go deeper into the subject or apply to university.
T Level in Health (Education and Childcare): a two-year qualification combining classroom study with a substantial industry placement.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the vocational route if you're moving directly into a care role and want a work-based qualification.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): prepares you for university courses in nursing, social work, or allied health.
