Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Milton Keynes
Cost£2,500.00
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding body
About this course
Level 2 Health and Social Care (Adults) for England Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You learn while you work, building evidence of your competence in a real care role. The course covers 46 units across three pathways: Generic, Dementia, and Learning Disability. You choose the pathway that matches your role. The course typically takes 12 months. It leads to the NCFE level 2 health and social care (adults) for england qualification, recognised by employers across the adult social care sector.
Who this course is for
Level 2 diploma in HSC is ideal for those who are just starting their career in the Health and Social Care sector as this will give them opportunity to prove their competence in the work they do and take on more responsibilities. The diploma in Health and Social care is divided into 3 pathways, namely, Generic, Dementia and Learning Disability. At level 2, candidates are expected to cover 46 units.
Entry requirements
N/A
What you will learn
You'll demonstrate safe and person-centred approaches to supporting adults in a care setting.
You'll cover the principles of safeguarding and how to protect adults from harm or abuse.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll understand duty of care, consent, and the rights of the people you support.
You'll cover health and safety responsibilities in a care environment.
You'll develop knowledge specific to your chosen pathway: Generic, Dementia, or Learning Disability.
You'll show how to handle information and maintain confidentiality in line with care standards.
How you will learn
Assessment is work-based. You build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your day-to-day practice in your care role. This includes observations by an assessor in your workplace, professional discussions, and written or reflective accounts. Your assessor will visit you at work to observe your practice and review your evidence against the units in your chosen pathway.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Impeccable Training Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in residential or home care.
Home care worker: delivering personal care and support in people's own homes.
Support worker: assisting adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Dementia care worker: specialised support for people living with dementia.
Residential care worker: working in a care home supporting older or vulnerable adults.
Senior care assistant: taking on additional responsibilities within a care team.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England: the next step if you want to move into a senior or supervisory role in adult social care.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to train or mentor others in a care setting.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: for those moving into management roles.
