Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Manchester. Classes run at Parrs Wood Sixth Form. This full-time daytime health and social care course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll study topics including human development, communication, and the values that underpin health and social care practice. The course runs over 240 hours. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this level 2 health and social care qualification is the right fit for you.
Who this course is for
see relevant staff or subject department for more information
Entry requirements
Basic college entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn the values and principles that underpin health and social care work.
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals in care settings.
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 learn how to support individuals' rights, dignity, and independence.
How you will learn
The BTEC First Certificate is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and at least one externally assessed unit. You'll complete coursework tasks set by your centre and marked against Pearson Edexcel criteria. The external assessment is set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Classes are classroom based, full-time, during the day.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Parrs Wood Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in home or residential care.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
Residential childcare worker: support young people in residential care settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care: the natural next step if you want to go deeper into the subject or apply to university.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): the work-based route for those moving into employment in care.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you're interested in moving into a teaching or training role within the sector.
