Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Croydon. Classes run at John Ruskin College, full-time during the day over 34 weeks. This level 2 health and social care qualification covers human development, communication, equality, nutrition, and the health and social care sector. You'll also complete a minimum of 60 hours of work placement, one day a week, in a setting such as a nursery or residential care home. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English and Maths, or a Level 1 qualification with English and Maths at the appropriate level. A clean DBS check is also required.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll explore human lifespan development and how people change across their lives.
You'll study health and social care values and how they shape good practice.
You'll develop effective communication skills for care settings.
You'll examine social influences on health and well-being.
You'll learn how to promote health and well-being for individuals.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and individual rights in care.
You'll study the human body systems and the impact of nutrition on health.
You'll gain practical experience through a minimum of 60 hours of work placement.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at John Ruskin College. Assessment is continuous throughout the course and takes a range of forms, including written reports, practical assessments, observations, online assessments, and presentations. This ongoing approach means you can develop and improve as you go, rather than relying on a single exam.
What you will need to bring
Bring a notepad, pens, a lever arch folder, dividers, plastic wallets, and highlighters. You'll also need a clean DBS check before starting your work placement.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
Support worker: help individuals with daily living and personal care.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community settings.
Nursery worker: care for and support young children in early years settings.
Day centre support worker: provide activities and care at adult day centres.
Residential care worker: work in care homes supporting older or disabled adults.
What you could study next
Level 3 Health and Social Care Apprenticeship: the natural next step, combining work and study in a care role.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a classroom-based route to higher-level knowledge, often required before applying to nursing or social work degrees.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): prepares you for university courses in nursing, midwifery, or social work if you want to move into a degree-level career.
