Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Hartlepool. Classes run at Hartlepool College of Further Education, full-time during the day. You'll study the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings, covering topics such as safeguarding, person-centred care, communication, and health and wellbeing. The course runs for 420 hours. A level 2 health and social care qualification opens the door to roles such as care assistant, and prepares you to progress to a Level 3 course if you choose to go further. NCFE Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care with certificate.
Who this course is for
This course is ideal for students who are genuinely interested in caring for others and would like to work in the health and social care sector.
This course is aimed at school leavers or students progressing from a suitable Level 1 programme and will give students the opportunity to prepare for employment in the health and social care sector or progress to a vocationally related Level 3 course.
What you will learn
You'll understand how to support individuals with their physical and emotional wellbeing.
You'll learn 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 to care and support.
You'll learn about health, safety, and risk management in care settings.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
You'll gain knowledge of conditions and needs commonly encountered in care roles.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hartlepool College of Further Education. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and coursework rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your knowledge and skills across the units you study. There may also be practical tasks and case studies to complete as part of your assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hartlepool College of Further Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Support worker: help individuals with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
Day centre support worker: run activities and provide care in community settings.
Residential childcare worker: support young people in children's homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to move into senior care roles or apply to university for nursing, social work, or allied health programmes.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you're interested in moving into a training or mentoring role within the sector.
Apprenticeship in Adult Care (Level 3): combines work and study for those already in or entering employment.
