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Health and Social Care

Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry in Healthcare Support

  • Course Type: Diploma

What can this course lead to?

You can pursue a variety of entry-level roles in the health and social care sector, including:

  • Healthcare Assistant (NHS or private settings)
  • Support Worker (mental health, learning disabilities, elderly care)
  • Adult Care Worker
  • Domiciliary Care Worker
  • Personal Care Assistant
  • Care Home Assistant
  • Clinical Support Worker
  • After completing this qualification, learners can progress to:
  • Level 3 Certificate or Extended Diploma
  • Apprenticeships (Levels 2–3) in healthcare support, adult care, or social care roles
  • Specialist training in areas such as dementia care, end-of-life care, or mental health support

Who is it for?

This qualification prepares students for employment as healthcare assistants or support workers and serves as a stepping stone to Level 3 qualifications, apprenticeships, or further study in nursing and related fields.

What is covered?

  • Communication in healthcare settings
  • Handling information in care settings
  • Implementing person-centred approaches
  • Equality and inclusion in care settings
  • Safeguarding and protection in healthcare
  • Supporting individuals with physical and emotional care needs
  • Healthcare procedures and daily living support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You will need 4 GCSEs at grade 3/D or above, including English and Maths.

Start date: 07/09/2026

Course Code

PTQ2HS6AF$

Duration

1 Year

Full-time courses are fully funded for 16 to 18-year-olds. For age 19+, various funding options are available.

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The support I received from my support worker and my teachers has helped me gain new skills and develop my knowledge and confidence.

Brandon Harris
Health and Social Care 1, 2 and 3

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