Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs for 27 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll study the knowledge and skills that underpin work in care settings, covering topics relevant to roles such as care assistant. There are no specific entry requirements. You will take literacy and numeracy assessments at the start, and if you don't already have GCSE Maths and English, you'll study those alongside this health and social care qualification.
Who this course is for
Free or no upfront fees Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for financial support to help you with your studies which could include having your course fees paid and additional help with living expenses. There's plenty of information available on our financial support page for 19+ learners Find out how we can help, Want to get into nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling or criminology, become a paramedic practitioner, mental health nurse or occupational therapist, then our one-year pre-access Level 2 course in Health and Social Care could be the perfect place to start. You don't need any qualifications to enrol but you do need to be 19+ and have a real willingness to learn. Once you start we'll give you all the advice and support you need to help you decide which of the various career options is right for you. We'll also signpost you to help with English and maths if you still need these qualifications to progress. In fact, we can put together a package of learning which will ensure you have exactly what you need to progress onto an Access to HE programme and beyond. At the same time, we will build your academic skills and your confidence so that when the time comes you're ready to move on to the next stage.
Entry requirements
There are no specific for this course. You will however need to undertake literacy and numeracy assessments and if you don't already have GCSE Maths and English you will study these qualifications alongside this course.
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll learn how to support individuals' physical and emotional wellbeing.
You'll study safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable adults and children.
You'll develop understanding of health conditions and how they affect daily life.
You'll learn about communication skills in care settings.
You'll examine equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
You'll build knowledge of person-centred approaches to care.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre. Assessment is through assignments and written tasks completed throughout the course. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will give feedback on your work as you progress through each unit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Entry-level role supporting adults in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker. Assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker. Helping individuals with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Home care worker. Providing personal care and support in people's homes.
Residential care worker. Supporting residents in supported living or care homes.
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 for higher education in nursing, social work, or allied health professions.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Useful if you want to move into a training or mentoring role within a care organisation.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions). Recognised by UK universities as an entry route to nursing, midwifery, or social work degrees.
