Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Enfield. Classes run at Capital City College Enfield Campus, full-time during the day. You'll study equality and diversity, human growth and development, safeguarding, mental health awareness, and the responsibilities of health and social care practitioners. The course includes 30 hours of work placement, arranged by the college, so you can apply what you learn in a real setting. This level 2 health and social care qualification typically takes 37 weeks to complete.
Who this course is for
This course covers a wide range of vocational units relating to health and social care, specifically designed to help you pursue a career in the sector.You will learn about a variety of key subject areas, such as equality, diversity and rights in health and social care, human growth and development through the life span and the role and responsibilities of the health and social care practitioner in relation to safeguarding individuals. 30 hours of placement in a real work environment will be arranged by the college for you, providing opportunities for you to apply knowledge to practice, receive feedback, and reflect on your own experience. Placement also provides opportunities for you to observe professional practice in action and gain valuable employability skills.
Entry requirements
You will need:Three GCSEs at grade 3 or above and GCSE English at grade 4 or above or relevant Level 1 course with Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 1All applicants must have an interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
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 the role and responsibilities of health and social care practitioners in safeguarding individuals.
You'll cover health and safety principles relevant to care environments.
You'll gain an introduction to mental health and how it affects individuals.
You'll learn about healthy lifestyles and encouraging good nutrition.
You'll apply your knowledge during 30 hours of work placement in a care setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Capital City College Enfield Campus, covering vocational units across the health and social care sector. Alongside classroom study, you'll complete 30 hours of work placement arranged by the college. Placement gives you the chance to observe professional practice, apply your learning, and receive feedback. All applicants have an interview before starting to confirm the course is the right fit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Enfield Campus 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 in the community.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Support worker: work with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Home care worker: provide personal care and support in people's own homes.
Residential childcare worker: support young people in residential care settings.
Community outreach worker: connect individuals to local health and social services.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: the natural next step if you want to move into senior care roles or apply to university nursing or social work programmes.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you're interested in training others within a care setting.
T Level in Health: a technical qualification for those considering a route into the NHS or allied health professions.
