Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College Peaks Campus, with full-time daytime attendance across one year. This health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings, from understanding person-centred approaches to safeguarding and communication. It's a solid foundation for anyone looking to step into a care assistant role or related work in adult social care. You'll finish with the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll understand person-centred approaches to care and support.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals and their families.
You'll explore safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable adults.
You'll study health, safety, and wellbeing in care environments.
You'll develop knowledge of equality, diversity, and inclusion in social care.
You'll learn how to support individuals with their daily living needs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Sheffield College Peaks Campus. Assessment is likely to include written assignments, case studies, and practical tasks that test your understanding of care principles. Full-time daytime attendance means you cover the course content in a structured, focused way over the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College Peaks Campus 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.
Support worker: help individuals with physical or learning disabilities.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Home care worker: deliver personal care and support in people's homes.
Residential care worker: work in care homes supporting older adults.
Day centre support worker: provide activities and care in community settings.
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 or supervisory role.
Level 3 T Level in Health: a two-year qualification combining classroom study with industry placement, suited to those considering nursing or allied health professions.
Apprenticeship in Adult Care (Level 2 or 3): earn while you learn in a paid care role.
