Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Taunton. Classes run full-time during the day at Richard Huish College. This is a one-year course covering the knowledge and skills used in care settings. You'll study topics such as safeguarding, person-centred care, communication, and health and wellbeing. The course is a strong foundation for roles like care assistant in residential, domiciliary, or community care. It counts as a level 2 health and social care qualification recognised by employers in the sector.
Who this course is for
Richard Huish College offers a wide range of academic and vocational courses. For individual course details please refer to our college website www.huish.ac.uk or email one of our Admissions Team on [email protected]
What you will learn
You'll explore how to support individuals' physical and emotional wellbeing.
You'll learn about safeguarding adults and children in care settings.
You'll develop communication skills for working with service users and colleagues.
You'll understand person-centred approaches to care.
You'll study equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
You'll learn about health and safety responsibilities in care environments.
You'll examine the roles and responsibilities of care workers.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Richard Huish College. Assessment is likely to include written assignments, case studies, and practical tasks that test your understanding of care principles. The full-time timetable means you cover the course content over one academic year with regular tutor support.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Richard Huish College 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 adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Home care worker: provide personal care and companionship in clients' homes.
Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults): the qualification most employers look for in senior care roles and team leader positions.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification that can also support applications to nursing or social work degrees.
T Level in Health: a two-year full-time qualification with an industry placement, recognised for entry to higher education in health-related subjects.
