Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Dearne Valley College, full-time during the day. You'll study for one year, covering the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. The course covers topics such as human development, communication, and safeguarding. A level 2 health and social care qualification opens doors to roles in adult social care, residential care, and support work.
Who this course is for
The course is designed for entrants to roles in which they want to develop their skills, progression and/or career opportunities in this field or area. Please see the RNN Group course website for further information and advice.
What you will learn
You'll explore how people develop physically, emotionally, and socially across their lives.
You'll study communication skills used in health and social care settings.
You'll learn about safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable individuals.
You'll examine values and principles that underpin care practice, including dignity and respect.
You'll develop understanding of health, wellbeing, and the factors that affect them.
You'll look at how care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Dearne Valley College. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC is coursework-based. You'll complete assignments and projects linked to each unit, building a portfolio of evidence over the year. There are no formal written exams for most units. Some units may include externally set tasks assessed by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Dearne Valley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
Support worker: helping people with daily living and independence.
Healthcare assistant: assisting clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Early years worker: supporting children in nursery or childcare settings.
Domiciliary care worker: providing personal care in people's own homes.
Mental health support worker: working alongside people with mental health needs.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (BTEC): the next step if you want to move into senior care roles or apply to university nursing or social work programmes.
Level 3 Award in Health and Social Care: a shorter qualification for those focusing on a specific aspect of care practice.
Apprenticeship in Adult Care (Level 3): combines paid work with structured training in a care setting.
