Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Croydon. Classes run at Croydon College. You'll study full-time during the day, covering the knowledge and skills needed to work across health, social care, early years, and community settings. The course runs for 35 weeks and explores the issues that shape the care sector today. To enrol, you'll need three GCSEs at grade 3 or above (including English and maths), or a related Level 1 vocational qualification. A DBS check is required once you're enrolled.
Who this course is for
This one year course aims to give a broad understanding of the knowledge and skills that are essential when working with people. You will develop and sustain an interest in health, early years and education, social care, youth and community and issues that affect the care sector.
Entry requirements
3 GCSEs grade 9-3 (A*-D) or a related Level 1 vocational qualification including, English and maths. Equivalence of these qualifications will be considered. You will also need to complete a DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) check once enrolled, which the College will pay for if you are aged between 16�18 when you start the course.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of how health and social care services are organised and delivered.
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin working with people, including dignity and respect.
You'll study human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn about safeguarding and the responsibilities of care workers.
You'll examine factors that affect health and wellbeing, including social and environmental influences.
You'll build understanding of early years, education, youth work, and community care settings.
You'll develop communication skills relevant to working with individuals in care.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Croydon College, five days a week during the day. Assessment is through assignments and coursework rather than exams. You'll complete units that are assessed on an ongoing basis throughout the year, building a portfolio of evidence as you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Croydon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Early years practitioner: working with young children in nurseries or schools.
Youth worker: supporting young people in community or charity settings.
Community support worker: helping people live independently in the community.
Residential support worker: providing care in residential or supported living homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults): the qualification many employers look for in senior care roles, and a route toward registered manager positions.
Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care: a broader academic route that can support applications to nursing, social work, or allied health degrees.
Level 3 Early Years Educator: if you want to focus on working with children in regulated childcare settings.
