Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Wandsworth. Classes run full-time during the day at South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre. This is a one-year health and social care qualification covering the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll study topics such as safeguarding, person-centred care, communication, and health and wellbeing. The level 2 health and social care classes are taught in the classroom, giving you structured time to build your understanding before moving into work.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll learn how to safeguard adults and understand your responsibilities when concerns arise.
You'll explore how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll study the principles of health, wellbeing, and person-centred care.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
You'll understand how to support individuals with daily living and personal care.
You'll develop knowledge of health and safety responsibilities in care environments.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre, with full-time daytime attendance across the year. Learning is assessed through a combination of assignments and portfolio work that you build up over the course. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and support you in gathering evidence of your knowledge and skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in home or residential settings.
Support worker: help people with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Domiciliary carer: provide personal care to people in their own homes.
Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people managing mental health conditions.
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.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you're interested in mentoring or training others in a care setting.
T Level in Health: a two-year qualification combining classroom study with a substantial industry placement, for those considering further progression in health.
