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Level 2 Healthcare Support Course at Bispham Campus

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Blackpool and The Fylde College lists a fee of £2,788.80 if you're not eligible. Contact Blackpool and The Fylde College for more info.

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About this course

Level 2 Healthcare Support Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Bispham Campus, full-time during the day. The course builds the knowledge and skills you need to work as a healthcare support worker across a range of healthcare settings. It runs for one year. Entry requires four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, or a Level 2 qualification in a related subject, plus a successful interview with a tutor. This free healthcare support course for adults leads to the NCFE Technical Occupational Entry in Healthcare Support Diploma.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed to provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to develop competence as a healthcare support worker in a range of healthcare support settings

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs grade 4+ (or equivalent) including English and Maths OR Level 2 qualification in related subjectPlusA successful interview with a tutorThe ability to study independentlyA genuine interest in the subjectGood communication skillsHardworking approach towards the industry

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of healthcare support roles and the settings they operate in.
  • You'll learn how to support patients with their personal care and daily needs.
  • You'll understand how to follow health, safety, and infection control procedures.
  • You'll study how to communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
  • You'll learn how to maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
  • You'll develop an understanding of safeguarding and duty of care responsibilities.
  • You'll build knowledge of record-keeping and reporting in healthcare environments.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Bispham Campus, with full-time daytime attendance across the year. Assessment combines written assignments, practical tasks, and ongoing tutor observation. You'll need to demonstrate both your knowledge and your ability to apply it in healthcare support contexts. Independent study is expected alongside your classroom sessions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bispham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in hospitals or clinics
  • Healthcare assistant: supporting patient care in NHS or private settings
  • Ward support worker: helping with patient comfort and daily routines on wards
  • Community healthcare support worker: delivering care in patients' homes or community settings
  • Therapy assistant: supporting physiotherapy or occupational therapy teams
  • Residential care worker: providing support in care homes or supported living

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support: deepens your clinical knowledge and can open roles with greater responsibility.
  • Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma: broadens your options across both health and social care settings.
  • Nursing Associate or Apprenticeship routes: for those looking to move toward registered nursing, a Level 3 qualification is often the next step before applying.
Apply on blackpool.ac.uk →Check if you're eligible
Apply now →Check if you're eligible

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