Level 2 BTEC Care Course in Newcastle. Classes run at Newcastle College, part-time during the day, over 34 weeks. The timetable is designed to fit around other commitments, so you can study without giving up work or family responsibilities. You'll cover the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings, from understanding care values to supporting people's wellbeing. The course is awarded by Pearson Edexcel. There is a £130 exam fee.
Who this course is for
Part-Time
Entry requirements
The course is ideal for those with an interest in the Health & Social Care Sector and maybe considering a change in career or already working within the environment.
What you will learn
You'll develop an understanding of the values and principles that underpin care practice.
You'll learn how to support individuals with their physical and emotional wellbeing.
You'll study safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable people in care settings.
You'll explore effective communication with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll learn about health, safety, and risk management in care environments.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Newcastle College. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel BTEC Diploma is coursework-based, using assignments and portfolio evidence rather than traditional exams. You'll build a body of work across the course that demonstrates your knowledge and skills. The £130 exam fee covers your formal assessment and registration.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: helping adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
Home carer: providing personal care and companionship in people's homes.
Day centre support worker: running activities and providing daily support.
Residential care worker: working in care homes for older adults.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to take on senior or supervisory care roles.
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification that can also support applications to nursing or social work degree programmes.
Apprenticeship in Adult Care (Level 3): earn while you learn in a paid care role.
