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 runs as part of a wider study programme that includes therapies and specialist support. You'll need an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan and a referral through your Local Authority, or you can apply directly to the college for an initial assessment. The course runs over 12 months and covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings.
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 understand how to support individuals with their physical and emotional wellbeing.
You'll study safeguarding and how to keep vulnerable people safe.
You'll learn about health, safety, and risk in care environments.
You'll develop an understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
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 Cambridge Technical Certificate includes a combination of internally assessed units and externally set assessments. Your progress will be reviewed throughout the course.
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 daily lives at home or in residential care.
Support worker: help individuals with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community settings.
Personal care assistant: provide one-to-one support for individuals with disabilities.
Day centre worker: support adults in community day service settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care (OCR): a natural next step if you want to deepen your knowledge and take on more responsibility in care roles.
Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Adult Care (Skills for Care): the qualification many employers look for when hiring care assistants and support workers in regulated settings.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or 2: useful alongside your care qualification for further study or employment.
