Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College. You'll study full-time during the day, covering the knowledge and skills that care roles need. The course takes one year to complete. Topics include safeguarding, person-centred care, communication, and health and wellbeing. A level 2 health and social care qualification is recognised by employers across the care sector, from residential homes to community support services. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
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 safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable adults and children.
You'll learn how to support people using person-centred approaches.
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll explore health, wellbeing, and the factors that affect people's lives.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
You'll understand duty of care and professional responsibilities in health and social care.
You'll gain knowledge of infection prevention and basic health and safety in care environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at The Sheffield College, Sheffield. Assessment is a mix of written assignments and knowledge-based tasks. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will support you throughout and give feedback on your work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in residential or home care.
Support worker: help individuals with physical or learning disabilities.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Home care worker: provide personal care and companionship in people's homes.
Residential care worker: work in care homes supporting older adults.
Community support worker: help people live independently in the community.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to move into senior or supervisory care roles.
Level 3 T Level in Health: a two-year qualification combining classroom learning with industry placement, suited to those considering further study or higher-level health careers.
Apprenticeship in Adult Care: earn while you learn and gain an NVQ-based qualification on the job.
