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Launch your career in health and social care with this comprehensive foundation qualification. Develop essential knowledge and practical skills to make a real difference in people's lives whilst building towards a rewarding and secure career.
This nationally recognised qualification provides the essential foundation for anyone looking to begin a career in health and social care. Designed for adults who want to make a meaningful difference in people's lives, this course combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills that employers value highly.
You'll develop a comprehensive understanding of the health and social care sector whilst building the confidence and competence needed to work effectively with vulnerable individuals. Our experienced tutors bring real-world expertise from healthcare settings, ensuring you receive current, relevant training that prepares you for today's care environments.
Perfect for anyone aged 16 or over who wants to enter the health and social care sector. Whether you're completely new to care work, looking to formalise existing experience, or considering a career change, this qualification provides the ideal starting point. Many of our learners are parents returning to work, career changers seeking meaningful employment, or individuals with caring experience who want professional recognition.
The course consists of three essential units that provide comprehensive coverage of fundamental health and social care principles, ensuring you're well-prepared for the workplace.
Understand the importance of promoting equality and diversity in care settings. Learn about human rights, discrimination, and how to ensure all individuals receive respectful, person-centred care regardless of their background or circumstances.
Explore how people develop throughout their lives, from infancy to old age. Understand the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social changes that occur and how these impact care needs and support requirements.
Learn essential safeguarding principles to protect vulnerable individuals from abuse and harm. Understand your responsibilities, how to recognise signs of abuse, and the procedures for reporting concerns in various care settings.
This qualification opens doors to entry-level positions across the health and social care sector, one of the UK's largest and fastest-growing employment sectors with excellent job security and progression opportunities.
Graduates can progress into fulfilling roles across various care settings:
Build on your Level 2 qualification with advanced study options:
Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence that you'll build progressively throughout the course with continuous guidance from your dedicated tutor. This approach allows you to demonstrate your understanding through various methods including written assignments, case studies, reflective practice, and practical observations.
From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive support including one-to-one tutorials, study skills workshops, and our digital learning platform with 24/7 resource access. Our experienced tutors understand adult learning challenges and provide flexible, personalised support that accommodates your work and family commitments.
We recommend 30 hours of work placement to enhance your learning, and our dedicated placement team helps arrange opportunities with local care providers. Regular progress reviews ensure you stay on track, whilst our student support team assists with any personal or academic challenges during your studies.