Free Level 2 health and social care course in Broadstairs. Classes run at Broadstairs College, full-time during the day. You'll cover equality and diversity, safeguarding, first aid, manual handling, and nutrition. The course includes hands-on learning in a clinical ward environment and a domestic home teaching space. At 44 weeks full-time, it's a focused route into care work.
Who this course is for
Begin your journey into health and social care with this Level 2 course, designed to teach you the basic knowledge and skills needed to start your future career.
What you will learn
You'll understand equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care settings.
You'll learn the responsibilities of a health and social care practitioner around safeguarding individuals.
You'll develop first aid skills for use in care environments.
You'll study nutrition and its role in patient and service user care.
You'll learn to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical work in Broadstairs College's clinical ward and domestic home teaching environments. Learning is a mix of independent study and teamwork. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks throughout the 44 weeks. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Broadstairs College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in care homes or community settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospital wards.
Home care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
Nursery support worker: care for young children in early years settings.
Community care worker: help people live independently in their communities.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: the natural next step, opening doors to senior care roles, higher apprenticeships, and university-level study in nursing or social work.
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care: combine paid work with further study toward a recognised Level 3 qualification.
T Level in Health: a two-year full-time qualification for those aiming toward higher education in health professions.
