Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College, full-time during the day. The course takes one year and covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll study topics including safeguarding, person-centred care, communication, and health and wellbeing. This is a solid starting point if you're considering a career as a care assistant or want to build a foundation in the sector. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support individuals with their personal care and daily living needs.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable adults and children.
You'll develop communication skills for working with service users, families, and colleagues.
You'll explore person-centred approaches and what they mean in practice.
You'll learn about health, wellbeing, and factors that affect them.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
You'll study the roles and responsibilities of care workers and relevant legislation.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bedford College. Assessment is likely to include a combination of assignments, case studies, and portfolio work that demonstrates your knowledge and practical understanding. Full-time daytime attendance means you cover the content in a structured, focused way across the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Home care worker: delivering personal care in people's own homes.
Residential care worker: supporting residents in care or nursing homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step for those wanting senior care roles or to meet requirements for registered positions.
Level 3 T Level in Health: a two-year technical qualification combining study with an industry placement, suited to those considering nursing or allied health professions.
Apprenticeship in Adult Care (Level 3): earn while you learn in a care setting with a structured qualification alongside.
