Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run at West Suffolk College, full-time during the day. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or Maths, to enrol. The course runs for one year and covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings or progress to further study. It's a solid health and social care qualification for anyone looking to move into the care sector.
Who this course is for
This exciting new course combines the popular and easily transferable subjects of Psychology, Criminology, and Human Behaviour, and will offer you a flexible pathway into a career in the psychology and human science field.Delivered full-time over the duration of 36 weeks, the course gives you the opportunity to develop all the knowledge and the range of skills which are essential for a successful transition to further study and employment.The course will enable you to develop a range of vital skills and will take you on the fascinating journey into the human psyche.Upon successful completion of this course, you will have the necessary skills and confidence to pursue a variety of degree studies and careers in fields including Psychology, Criminology, Law, Policing, Social Work, the Civil Service, and the Health and Social Care Sector.
Entry requirements
4 GCSE at grade 4 including English or Math
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of how to support people in health and social care settings.
You'll learn about human behaviour and how it shapes care needs.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll explore communication skills used in professional care environments.
You'll build understanding of health conditions and their impact on daily life.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in care practice.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom full-time across the week. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, group work, and practical activities. Assessment is through assignments and coursework completed throughout the year. There are no formal written exams. Your progress is tracked against the units you complete as part of the Extended Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Suffolk College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker. Assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker. Work with adults or children with additional needs.
Community care worker. Deliver care and support in people's own homes.
Mental health support worker. Help people managing mental health conditions.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. The next step if you want to take on more responsibility in a care role or move into a supervisory position.
T Level in Health. A two-year technical qualification that combines classroom learning with an industry placement.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions). Prepares you for a university degree in nursing, social work, or a related field.
