Level 2 Healthcare Support Course in Slough. Classes run full-time during the day at Slough and Langley College, over 35 weeks. You'll build the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to work competently as a healthcare support worker across a range of healthcare settings. To join, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including maths and English. This level 2 healthcare support qualification is awarded by NCFE.
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
Four GCSE’s at grade 3 or above including maths and English
What you will learn
You'll develop the knowledge and skills needed to support patients in healthcare settings.
You'll learn how to work safely and follow procedures in a healthcare environment.
You'll understand the responsibilities of a healthcare support worker.
You'll build competence in communicating with patients, carers, and colleagues.
You'll learn how to maintain dignity, privacy, and respect when supporting individuals.
You'll understand infection prevention and control in healthcare contexts.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Slough and Langley College, full-time across 35 weeks. Assessment is through a combination of coursework and practical tasks that test your knowledge and competence in healthcare support. Your tutors will guide you through each topic and assess your progress throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Slough and Langley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community settings.
Healthcare assistant: support patients with day-to-day care needs.
Ward support worker: help maintain patient comfort on hospital wards.
Community healthcare support worker: deliver care in patients' homes or clinics.
Therapy support worker: assist physiotherapists or occupational therapists.
Mental health support worker: support patients in mental health services.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support: the next step for those wanting to take on more responsibility in a clinical or community healthcare role.
Level 3 T Level in Health: a two-year full-time qualification combining classroom study with an industry placement, suited to those considering further healthcare training.
Nursing Associate or Nursing degree apprenticeship: for those aiming toward a registered nursing career after gaining experience in a support role.
