Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus, full-time during the day. This is a substantial health and social care qualification covering the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. At 600 hours, it's a full programme of study. You'll explore topics such as safeguarding, person-centred care, communication, and health and wellbeing. Entry requirements are available on request; the college will assess your starting point before you begin.
Who this course is for
Health and Social Care Level 2 Extended Diploma E&T (FJJ00AAAL2 25/26GA) is based in the Health & Social Care department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen NCFE as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable people in care settings.
You'll learn how to support individuals using person-centred approaches.
You'll understand effective communication with people who use care services and their families.
You'll explore health, wellbeing, and the factors that affect them.
You'll study equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
You'll learn about the roles and responsibilities of care workers and the wider care sector.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus, full-time during the day. Learning is delivered through taught sessions in the Health and Social Care department. Assessment is through coursework and assignments completed over the course of the programme. The college will confirm the specific assessment methods for your cohort when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Home care worker: delivering personal care and support in people's homes.
Day centre support worker: running activities and providing care in day services.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England: the next step if you want to move into a senior care role or take on more responsibility.
T Level in Health: a technical qualification combining classroom study with an industry placement, suited to those considering further study or NHS roles.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): prepares you for university-level study in nursing, social work, or allied health professions.
