Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Burnley. Classes run at Burnley College. You'll need 3 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Science, or a relevant Level 1 qualification, to enrol. This full-time, daytime health and social care qualification covers equality and diversity, human growth and development, safeguarding, communication, and mental health and well-being. The course takes one year and links theory directly to practice through a range of internal assessments. It's a solid starting point for anyone heading into care work or looking to progress to Level 3.
Who this course is for
Caring, compassionate and committed are all qualities needed to care for people. If you have a passion for making a difference to the lives of others in all walks of life, this could be the start of your professional journey. The course will help you develop both academically and professionally, allowing you to understand the underpinning skills of the healthcare profession. You will use a range of assessment methods aimed at linking the theory to the practice. There is a strong emphasis on working with others and the importance of effective communication, both with other professionals and service users.
Entry requirements
3 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Science or a relevant Level 1 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explore equality, diversity and rights in health and social care settings.
You'll study human growth and development across the life span.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to safeguarding and protection concerns.
You'll develop communication skills for working with service users and other professionals.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities involved in working in health and social care.
You'll examine mental health and well-being and how it affects people's lives.
You'll learn about nutrition and its role in supporting health and social care.
How you will learn
All units are assessed internally in line with CACHE assessment principles. You'll study in the classroom full time, five days a week during the day. Assessment methods link theory to practice and include a range of tasks across all units. There are no external exams; your work is assessed by the centre throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Burnley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's own homes.
Residential care worker: support residents in care home environments.
What you could study next
Level 3 Health and Social Care: the natural next step, opening doors to senior care roles and higher study.
T Level in Health (Supporting the Adult Nursing Team): a two-year technical qualification with substantial industry placement, recognised for entry to nursing and allied health degrees.
T Level in Health (Supporting the Care of Children): for those interested in working with young people in health or care settings.
