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Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Hull

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Hull. Classes run at Wilberforce College, full-time during the day. You'll study how to support vulnerable people to live with independence and dignity, covering topics across health, care, and support roles. The course runs for one year. Entry requires a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 9 - 3, including English and/or Maths at grade 3, plus a full DBS certificate. This Pearson Edexcel level 2 health and social care qualification opens routes into care work or further study in health sciences.

Who this course is for

If you're a caring person and enjoy helping people, a career in Health and Social Care could be the one for you. On this course you will develop knowledge, understanding and skills to prepare you for employment in the Health and Social Care sector or progression to a higher level course. This course opens up many career paths and further study opportunities by providing you with unique opportunities to be involved in the planning, facilitating and care of older and vulnerable members of the community.

The BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care is a nationally recognised vocationally specific qualification and is equivalent to two GCSEs.

Entry requirements

You must have a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 9-3 or equivalent, including English, Maths and Science. You will also need a full DBS certificate.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to support individuals to maintain independence and dignity in care settings.
  • You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
  • You'll develop skills in communicating effectively with people who need care or support.
  • You'll study how to safeguard vulnerable individuals and understand relevant legislation.
  • You'll learn about human growth, development, and the factors that affect health and wellbeing.
  • You'll build practical skills relevant to working in care, support, or health services.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Wilberforce College. Assessment is through assignments and portfolio work rather than formal exams. You'll complete units that are assessed and graded by your tutor, with Pearson Edexcel moderating the overall qualification. There is no end exam; your grade reflects the work you produce throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a full DBS certificate before you start. The centre will confirm anything else you need. Wilberforce College will provide most materials for your course.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
  • Support worker: helping people with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
  • Healthcare assistant: assisting clinical staff in hospitals or GP practices.
  • Community care worker: delivering care and support in people's own homes.
  • Early years support worker: working with children in care or education settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care: the natural next step if you want to move into senior care roles or apply to university for nursing, social work, or allied health courses.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: a work-based qualification for those moving into employment and wanting a qualification tied to day-to-day care practice.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): prepares you for degree-level study in nursing, midwifery, or social work if you're aiming for university.
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