Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Matthew Boulton College, full-time during the day. You'll study the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care, with a weekly work placement built into the timetable. English and Maths support is available alongside your studies. The course runs for 42 weeks. Entry requires four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, including English and Maths.
Who this course is for
This one-year course is ideal for learners who want to build the knowledge
and skills needed to work in the health and social care sector. You�ll be
supported to retake English and Maths alongside your studies, and you�ll gain
valuable experience through a weekly work placement. Successful completion leads
to progression onto Level 3 Health and Social Care.
Entry requirements
You�ll need four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, including English and
Maths.
What you will learn
You'll learn how individuals are supported in health and social care settings.
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin care work, including dignity and respect.
You'll study human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll gain practical experience through a weekly work placement in a care setting.
You'll develop understanding of health, safety, and safeguarding responsibilities.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Matthew Boulton College, combining taught content with a weekly work placement. Assessment is through assignments and coursework rather than exams. Your placement gives you hands-on experience in a real care environment, which feeds directly into your assessed work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Matthew Boulton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
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.
Home care worker: provide personal care and companionship in the community.
Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.
What you could study next
Level 3 Health and Social Care (BTEC or equivalent): the natural next step after this Course, and the level the provider specifically highlights as a progression route. It opens doors to senior care roles and higher education.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the NVQ-style qualification many employers look for in supervisory care roles.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): if you want to move toward nursing, social work, or allied health degrees at university.
