Health and Social Care National Certificate Level 2

Health and Social Care National Certificate Level 2
Course Overview
The Health & Social Care Certificate Level 2 is designed to provide opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge which are transferable and will enable individuals to meet changing circumstances, whether these arise from a shift in their own status or employment, or general changes in care practice, provision or environment. It also provides opportunities for learners to gain a nationally recognised vocationally specific qualification to enter employment as a care worker.
Start Date
Duration
Venue

06 September 2010
1 Year
Westbank Campus, Skelmersdale and Ormskirk Campus

Who The Course is for
Those who wish to gain a recognised qualification in Care.
Course Content
Students will study 4 compulsory units plus 2 optional units.
- Preparing to give quality care
- Communicating with service users in care settings.
- Practical caring
- Hygiene & Safety in care settings.
Key skills in communication will also be studied as an integral part of the course.
There will be a period of compulsory work experience within this qualification.

Entry RequirementsLearning & Assessment Methods
Students will complete assignments with all 6 units internally assessed. There are no external exams.
Qualifications Gained
OCR Health & Social Care National Certificate Level 2
City & Guilds Working with Others
NCFE Certificate Drug Awareness
Tutorial & Enrichment Studies
Progression Opportunities
Successful completion of the course may allow progression to the Extended Diploma in Health Social Care and Early Years â€" Level 3 or other Level 3 courses.
Career Opportunities
This course will help you gain employment in the health and social care area. It provides a basis for further study and will help you develop the skills essential for working in the caring services.
Course Costs
If you are 16-18 years old you do not have to pay course tuition fees*.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course.
*exam and registration fees will be paid by the college subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion.