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If you’re planning to study at Boston College this September, you may be eligible for financial support if your household income is under £45,000. The bursary can help cover a range of costs, including, travel, equipment, uniform, trips, food (including Further Education Free Meals) and industry placement expenses. Apply now: https://boston.paymystudent.com/portal/

Please note: Applications submitted after Friday 10th July may be delayed, which could affect access to financial support such as travel passes or taxis provided by Lincolnshire County Council. 

Course Summary

The Level 2 Understanding Cancer Support Certificate qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of supporting adults living with cancer. It could be used as a continuous professional development (CPD) qualification for learners already working within the health care and social care sectors or for individuals providing informal care.

You will have 1-1 support from an assessor within the health and social care department. Your assessor is occupational competent and will support and work with you throughout the qualification period.

What else do I need to know?

To be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in understanding cancer support, learners are required to successfully complete mandatory units:

Unit 1 Cancer awareness Unit 2 - Introduction to the diagnosis and treatment of cancer Unit 3 - Introduction to cancer care and support Unit 4 - Introduction to end of life and bereavement care
There are no formal entry qualifications for the Level 2 Understanding Cancer Support Certificate.
This course will take you five months to complete.

Fees may vary depending on personal circumstances, please enquire for further information.

If you do not qualify for funding this course will cost you £462.

Please note that all fees are subject to change.

This course is assessor led. You will be assessed by a qualified assessor on a monthly basis throughout the duration of the course
Completion of this qualification could lead onto the Level 2 Care Diploma.

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