Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Redbridge – Woodbridge Sixth Form

Name: Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Redbridge – Woodbridge Sixth Form
Availability: InStock

CostFREE

Duration2 years

LevelLevel 2

DeliveryClassroom based

Start1 Sep 2026

Study modeFull-time

AttendanceDaytime

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About this course

Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Redbridge. Classes run at Woodbridge Sixth Form. You'll study full-time over two years, covering communication in health and social care, individual needs, and optional units chosen around the group's interests. A period of work experience is also included. You'll need 25 GCSE points to apply. This level 2 health and social care qualification is equivalent to two GCSEs at grade A* - C.

Who this course is for

For the award of Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate (Level 2), equivalent to two GCSEs at Grade A*-C, students must complete 4 units of study worth 30 credits - two mandatory units worth 5 credits each and two optional units worth 10 credits each.

Mandatory units:

Unit 1 Communication in Health and Social Care.
Unit 3 Individual needs in Health and Social Care.

Optional units:

To be decided depending on the interests of the group.

A period of work experience is also an important component of this course.

Entry requirements

25 points at GCSE

What you will learn

You'll explore how communication works in health and social care settings.
You'll examine the individual needs of people who use care services.
You'll study optional units selected to reflect the interests of your group.
You'll gain practical experience through a period of work placement.
You'll build an understanding of how care services support people at different life stages.

How you will learn

You'll complete four units worth 30 credits in total. Two mandatory units and two optional units make up the full qualification. Assessment is through coursework across the units. Classes are delivered in person at Woodbridge Sixth Form during the daytime.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Woodbridge 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 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.
Home care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.

What you could study next

Level 3 Health and Social Care (VTQ): the natural next step from this course, available as a single or double subject at Woodbridge Sixth Form, and equivalent to one or two A Levels.
T Level in Health: a two-year Level 3 qualification combining classroom study with an industry placement, suited to those aiming for NHS or social care roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: a work-based qualification for those moving directly into a care role.

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