Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Telford. Classes run at Telford College. You'll need 5 GCSEs at grade 3 or higher to enrol. The course runs full-time over 35 weeks, covering equality and diversity, human growth and development, safeguarding, and communication in health and social care. A work placement is a mandatory part of the course, giving you direct experience in a care setting. This level 2 health and social care qualification is awarded by NCFE.
Who this course is for
You will learn about the varied types of work within the health and social care sectors, as well as more about the roles played by industry professionals. The course includes equality, diversity and rights in health and social care, human growth and development, safeguarding in health and social care, and communication in health and social care. A work placement is a mandatory part of your course.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 3 or higher
What you will learn
You'll explore the different types of work found across health and social care settings.
You'll study equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care.
You'll learn about human growth and development across the life span.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how they apply in care settings.
You'll develop communication skills specific to health and social care practice.
You'll complete a mandatory work placement in a real care environment.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Telford College, with daytime sessions across the full 35-week course. Learning is supported by a mandatory work placement, which is a core part of the programme. Assessment is carried out through coursework and practical evidence gathered during your placement. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Telford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in their homes or residential settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private care.
Support worker: work with adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
Home care worker: provide personal care and daily living support.
Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to move into a senior care role or take on more responsibility.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification that can also support applications to nursing or allied health degree programmes.
Apprenticeship in Adult Care (Level 3): earn while you learn in a paid care role.
