Course code
2B2-002
Location
Barnet Campus
Length of course
1 year full time
Course Overview
The Level 2 Technical Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care at Barnet and Southgate College enables applied study of the health and social care sector, providing learners with an introduction to key areas relating to current practice.
The mandatory units aim to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of key subject areas in health and social care. The optional units within the Extended Diploma allow learners to pursue an interest in chosen subject areas.
The Level 2 Technical Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care has also been designed to enable learners to progress to our Level 3 Technical Certificate and Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (which supports progression to Higher Education), further learning at Level 3 and above, or to the workplace.
Get career-ready while you study
From CV workshops and interview preparation to work placements and employer projects, you’ll develop the skills and experience employers value alongside your course.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be 16-18 years of age and will require 3 GCSEs at grade D (3) or above, with Grade C (4/5) or above in English Language and Grade D (3) or above in maths. Evidence of a previous placement within a health and social care setting is an advantage. You will also require a Disclosure and Barring Service.
You will be contacted by a member of the admissions team for a chat.
Please complete an application form and return to the College – either online, by post or in person at the one of our campuses.
What this course covers
On the Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care learners must achieve the Five Mandatory units (graded A*-D; set by CACHE; marked by the Centre). Equality, Diversity and Rights in Health and Social Care. Human Growth and Development. Safeguarding and protection in Health and Social Care. Communication in Health and Social Care. Working in Health and Social Care. Two Optional units (graded A*-D; set by CACHE; marked by the Centre)
You will be required to attend college 4 days a week. Students’ performance is assessed through written work in the form of essays, projects or reports.
1 day a week is spend in the placement where each learner is required to complete a minimum of 160 hours.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will achieve a NCFE CACHE Technical Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Fees and funding
No
Progression
Students can progress to Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults) or to specialist qualifications reflecting the context in which they work
Modules
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