Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The Learning Exchange. You'll study full-time during the day, covering core subject areas across health and social care. The course includes a work placement, giving you hands-on experience alongside your classroom learning. It typically takes one year to complete. You'll also have the opportunity to progress to further study or move into a role in the sector.
Who this course is for
This intermediate level course prepares you for a career in the Health and Social Care sector. You will be led by dedicated tutors with experience in a variety of sectors. The aim of this course is to provide you with knowledge and understanding of core subject areas in health and social care, giving you access to further studies or a position within the workplace. There will be an opportunity to attend work placement, where you can gain hands-on experience of your sector, alongsside the support of your tutor. This qualification will be graded A*-D and will be assessed using a range of methods. After gaining your qualification, this will give you an opportunity to work within the health and care sector as a health care assistant.
You'll develop knowledge of core health and social care principles and practices.
You'll explore how to support individuals with their physical and emotional wellbeing.
You'll learn about safeguarding, duty of care, and working safely in care settings.
You'll study communication skills for working with service users and colleagues.
You'll gain understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
You'll complete a work placement to apply your learning in a real care setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions led by tutors with experience across health and social care. Learning is supported by a work placement, where you apply your knowledge in a care setting. Assessment is through a combination of coursework, assignments, and evidence gathered during your placement. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Learning Exchange will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in home or residential care.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Domiciliary care worker: providing personal care in people's own homes.
Residential care worker: supporting residents in care homes day to day.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to take on more responsibility or move into a senior care role.
Access to HE Diploma (Nursing or Allied Health): prepares you for university-level study in nursing, midwifery, or allied health professions.
Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work: a short addition that strengthens your employability in care settings.
