Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Sheffield. Classes run at Longley Park Sixth Form Academy. You'll study full-time over one year, covering the care needs of different groups including older people, young children, and people with disabilities. The course includes human body systems, nutrition and healthy living, human lifespan and development, and communication. You'll need at least two GCSE Grade 3s to apply. A level 2 health and social care qualification opens doors to entry-level roles in care settings.
Who this course is for
You will learn about the care needs of different groups including the elderly, young children and people with disabilities and how care professionals meet these needs. This includes human body systems and care of disorders, nutrition and healthy living, human lifespan and development and communication.
Entry requirements
At least 2 Grade 3's at GCSE
What you will learn
You'll explore the care needs of older people, young children, and people with disabilities.
You'll study how care professionals meet the needs of different client groups.
You'll learn about human body systems and common disorders.
You'll understand nutrition and healthy living in a care context.
You'll examine human lifespan and development from birth to old age.
You'll develop communication skills relevant to care settings.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Certificate is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. Classroom-based learning at Longley Park Sixth Form Academy covers theory and applied topics. You'll complete coursework tasks linked to real care scenarios alongside any externally set assessments required by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Longley Park Sixth Form Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: entry-level support role in residential or home care
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Support worker: working with adults or children with disabilities
Nursery assistant: supporting early years care and development
Domiciliary care worker: providing personal care in people's homes
Day centre support worker: supporting adults in community day services
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to move into a more senior care role or apply to university.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): a work-based qualification recognised for roles with greater responsibility in adult care.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): prepares you for university courses in nursing, social work, or allied health professions.
