Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Gloucester. Classes run at Bridge Training, with daytime sessions five days a week. No formal entry requirements means you can apply without previous qualifications. Over one year of full-time study, you'll cover the knowledge and skills that underpin care work, from supporting individuals' wellbeing to understanding safeguarding and communication. A health and social care qualification at this level gives you a solid grounding for entry-level care roles.
Who this course is for
Those 14-19 and not in full time education.
Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that guide health and social care practice.
You'll learn how to support individuals' physical and emotional wellbeing.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to recognise abuse or neglect.
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll study equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
You'll learn about health conditions commonly encountered in care work.
You'll understand person-centred approaches to supporting people.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bridge Training, combining taught content with assignments and portfolio work. Assessment is through written assignments and evidence gathered throughout the course. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the team can confirm this is the right level for you and plan your learning accordingly.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bridge Training 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.
Support worker: help individuals with daily living and independence.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP practices.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care in people's own homes.
Residential care worker: work in care homes supporting older adults.
Mental health support worker: support people with mental health needs.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to move into supervisory roles or apply to nursing or social work degree programmes.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a training or mentoring role within a care organisation.
Functional Skills English and Maths Level 2: worth completing alongside or after this course if you need GCSE-equivalent qualifications for further study or employment.
