Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Loughton. Classes run full-time at Epping Forest Campus, five days a week during the day. The course runs for 44 weeks and covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll study topics including person-centred care, safeguarding, communication, and health and wellbeing. This health and social care qualification is well suited to those looking to start a career as a care assistant or move into a related support role.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of person-centred care and how they apply in practice.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals and their families.
You'll study health, wellbeing, and factors that affect people's lives.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
You'll learn about infection prevention and safe working practices.
You'll examine the roles and responsibilities of care workers within health and social care settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Epping Forest Campus. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, case studies, and portfolio evidence. There are no formal written exams. Your work is assessed against the NCFE qualification standards throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Epping Forest Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
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 NHS or private health settings.
Community care worker. Provide care and support in people's own homes.
Residential care worker. Work in care homes supporting older adults or people with disabilities.
Mental health support worker. Assist people living with mental health conditions.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. The next step for those wanting to take on more responsibility or move into senior care roles.
Level 3 T Level in Health. A two-year technical qualification with an industry placement, recognised for entry to higher education or skilled health roles.
Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care. For those aiming toward management or supervisory positions in care settings.
