Free Level 2 Understanding Working in the Health Sector Course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at Bishop Auckland College, full-time during the day. This understanding working in the health sector qualification is designed as a bridging course before progressing to a T Level in Health. Over one year, you'll explore key subject areas across health care and build the underpinning knowledge needed to work effectively in the sector. To enrol, you'll need at least three GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, ideally including maths and English.
Who this course is for
This full-time health care course will provide you with an introduction to a wide range of key subject areas within health care, specifically to progress you to our Level 3 Health T.Level in 2024. It is designed as a Pre. T.Level. This qualification aims to give you the opportunity to investigate a work role in the health sector and provide the underpinning knowledge needed to work effectively. It is designed for anyone considering a career in the health sector who needs a bridging course before starting a T.Level. You will gain an understanding of health care as you study areas such as: Understanding the Role of the Healthcare Worker, Communication Skills for Working in the Health Sector, Personal Development in the Health Sector and Equality and Diversity. This qualification is fulltime and designed for 16-18-year olds wanting a career in the health sector. This bridging course will prepare you for the substantial T.Level in 2024. For example in order to enrol on a T.Level you may need to have five high grade GSCEs to include maths/English and a Science, therefore this bridging course Level 2 is ideal to prepare you.
Entry requirements
The Level 2 Health course is designed to prepare learners for the T.Level Health in which you need five high grade GSCEs for, therefore if you do not have the five required we will consider you on an individual basis for this Level 2, you must already have at least three GCSEs of Grade 4 or above. Ideally these would include maths and English qualifications.
What you will learn
You'll explore the roles and responsibilities of people working in the health sector.
You'll learn about the values and principles that underpin health care practice.
You'll study how health services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll examine safeguarding, equality, and person-centred approaches in health settings.
You'll investigate health and safety responsibilities in the workplace.
You'll develop knowledge of communication skills used in health care environments.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Bishop Auckland College, full-time during the day. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, guided study, and coursework. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that test your understanding of health sector topics. There are no formal exams. Your work is assessed against the NCFE qualification requirements throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bishop Auckland College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Healthcare assistant: support patients in hospitals or community settings.
Care assistant: help people with daily living in residential or home care.
Support worker: work alongside clinical teams in health or social care.
Receptionist in a GP surgery or clinic: first point of contact for patients.
Health care administrator: handle records and coordination in NHS settings.
What you could study next
T Level in Health (Level 3): the natural next step from this course, requiring five GCSEs at high grades. Combines classroom learning with an industry placement.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a vocational route into nursing, midwifery, or allied health professional training.
Level 3 Applied Science qualification: useful if you're considering a clinical or science-based health career.
