Level 2 Health and Social Care Professions Course in Bristol. Classes run at SGS College Filton Campus, full-time during the day. Fees apply, though students aged 16 to 18 years old pay a significantly reduced fee, and concessions may be available if you are 19 or over. This level 2 health and social care professions qualification covers the knowledge and skills used across care settings, from supporting individuals to understanding professional practice. The course runs to 152 hours. It is awarded by Ascentis.
Who this course is for
Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]
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 understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep people safe.
You'll study communication skills used in care settings.
You'll examine equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
You'll develop knowledge of health conditions relevant to care work.
You'll learn about person-centred approaches to supporting individuals.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at SGS College Filton Campus. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, projects, and coursework completed during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your work is assessed against the Ascentis qualification requirements throughout the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. SGS College Filton Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
Personal assistant: providing one-to-one support to individuals in the community.
Domiciliary care worker: delivering care in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step if you want to move into senior care roles or apply to university.
Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care: a focused qualification for those heading into frontline care work.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): recognised by UK universities as an entry route to nursing, social work, or allied health degrees.
