Course Summary
The Diploma in Care Level 2 is designed for those looking to kickstart a career in Health and Social Care, or who are progressing on from Level 1 study.
You will develop key skills in communication, safeguarding, person-centred care, and health, safety and wellbeing, equipping you with the tools to progress onto further study or employment within the sector.
What else do I need to know?
You can expect a blend of classroom learning and practical experience that is designed to give you the tools to succeed in further study or employment. You will cover a series of mandatory and optional units to support your progress.
Mandatory units include:
- Communication in care settings
- Handle information in care settings
- Personal development in care settings
- Implement person-centred approaches
- Equality and inclusion in care settings
- Health, safety and wellbeing in care settings
- Responsibilities of a care worker
- Duty of care
- Safeguarding and protection in care settings
Optional units may vary by provider, but you may study topics such as:
- Awareness of mental health and wellbeing
- Dementia awareness and support
- Supporting individuals with physical or learning disabilities
- End of life care
- Health promotion and wellbeing
- Supporting daily living activities
- Moving and handling/clinical skills
- Infection prevention and control
Entry requirements for the Diploma in Care Level 2 are English and Maths GCSE's at grades 2 or 3 (old GCSE grade D/E) or above.
The Diploma in Care Level 2 will take you 1 year to complete. You will attend college at our Rochford Campus in Boston.
The Diploma in Care Level 2 is free, if you are under the age of 19 on 31 August of the year you start the course.
If you are aged 19+, this course will cost £1500.
Fee remission may apply depending on personal circumstances, please enquire with the Registry Department for further information on 01205 365701 or email your query to fees@boston.ac.uk.
Please note that all fees are subject to change.
The course is assessed using a range of methods, which include written assignments, booklets, posters, presentations and practical tasks.
Successful completion of the Diploma in Care Level 2 can support progression onto the Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Social Care, or into employment within the care sector.
Additional costs may include a Health and Social Care tunic for College, which is similar to those which carers and nurses wear in their jobs. These are approximately £20 each. These can be ordered from the College at the beginning of the year.
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