Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Croydon. Classes run at Coulsdon Sixth Form College, full-time during the day, over 35 weeks. You'll build knowledge of the health and social care sector and develop practical skills that employers look for. The course covers core topics across the sector, giving you a grounding in care values, communication, and working with people. Entry requires five GCSEs, including English Language and maths at grade 2 or above. Equivalent qualifications are considered.
Who this course is for
This course gives students the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of Health and Social Care and to develop skills in the sector. It also gives students the potential opportunity to gain employment within the Health and Social Care sector. Successful completion of the course can lead to progression on to the BTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care course and/ or employment or an apprenticeship. This course is designed as an introductory program for students interested in pursuing careers in Health and Social Services. The topics covered include Communication, Individual Rights, Cultural Diversity, and Human Lifespan Development. Students have the opportunity to enhance their learning through work experience in a care setting of their choice.
Entry requirements
Five GCSEs which include: Three GCSEs grade 9-3, anadditional two GCSEs grade 9-2 and a satisfactory school reference. Including English Language at grade 2 and maths at grade 2 as a minimum. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll develop communication skills used in care settings.
You'll learn about human development across the life span.
You'll study 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 an understanding of safeguarding and the duty of care.
How you will learn
The BTEC First Certificate is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally set assessments. You'll complete coursework tasks linked to real care scenarios, demonstrating your knowledge and skills across the units. Classes are classroom based, full-time during the day at Coulsdon Sixth Form College.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Coulsdon Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people 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.
Early years support worker: assist in nurseries or children's care settings.
Community care worker: deliver care in clients' own homes.
What you could study next
BTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care: the natural next step from this qualification, and the route the provider highlights. Opens doors to nursing, social work, and other degree-level study.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: a work-based qualification for those moving into employment in adult social care.
Health and Social Care apprenticeship: combine work with structured training at Level 2 or Level 3.
