Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Birmingham – Queen Alexandra College
CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Queen Alexandra College. This full-time, daytime health and social care course is designed for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties, and forms part of a wider study programme that includes therapies and specialist support. You'll study for 12 months, building knowledge of care practice, communication, and working with people in health and social care settings. Entry is through a High Needs EHC Plan and Local Authority referral, or by applying directly to the college for an initial assessment.
Who this course is for
Suitable for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties
Entry requirements
High Needs Students with EHC Plan and referral through Local Authority OR apply directly to College to apply for initial assessment. This will form part of a wider study programme which will include therapies and specialist support for LLDD
What you will learn
You'll explore 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 study how to support individuals' health, wellbeing, and independence.
You'll understand safeguarding and how to keep people safe from harm.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and rights in care settings.
You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches to care.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Queen Alexandra College, supported by specialist therapies and LLDD support as part of your wider study programme. Assessment for the OCR Extended Certificate is through a combination of internally assessed coursework and externally set assessments. Your progress will be reviewed as part of your overall programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Queen Alexandra 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 care.
Support worker: work with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Personal care assistant: provide one-to-one support for individuals.
Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in the community.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to move into senior care roles or apply for higher education.
Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care (Adults): a work-based qualification recognised for roles in regulated care settings.
T Level in Health: a technical qualification for those moving toward NHS or clinical support careers.
