Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Professions Course in Blackburn. Classes run at Blackburn with Darwen Adult Learning and Employment Support. Daytime sessions run part-time, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment during enrolment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings, including care values, communication, and safeguarding. It typically runs over 20 days. Completing it earns you a free health and social care professions certificate: the Ascentis Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care Professions.
Who this course is for
Are you looking to improve and develop your employment prospects?
We are offering a range of free employability courses to help improve and develop your employment prospects.
Entry requirements
Our Adult Learning courses are open to anyone aged over 19 who lives in Blackburn with Darwen. You will be advised of any course specific requirements during your enrolment process
What you will learn
You'll understand the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll explore safeguarding responsibilities and how to protect vulnerable adults.
You'll develop knowledge of health, safety, and risk in care environments.
You'll learn about person-centred approaches to supporting individuals.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in a care context.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Blackburn with Darwen Adult Learning and Employment Support. You'll work through topics in group sessions, with support from a tutor. Assessment is through assignments and written tasks that you complete during the course. There are no formal exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blackburn with Darwen Adult Learning and Employment Support will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in their homes or residential settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: help people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Home carer: provide personal care and companionship in the community.
Residential care worker: work in care homes supporting older adults.
Day centre support worker: run activities and provide care in day services.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the qualification many employers require for senior care roles and team leader positions.
Level 2 Functional Skills English or Maths: useful if you want to strengthen your application for further training or employment.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: an option if you'd like to move into tutoring or training others in health and social care.
