Level 2 Health & Social Care
Health & Social Care Certificate Level 2 at Runshaw College is ideal for anyone wanting to progress into working with those needing extra care, whether that be young or elderly people. Although many students go on to pursue careers in caring, others have gone on to employment is other professions in retail, catering and animal care to name a few.
- Course Information
- Course Code
- LIC2HEA
- Attendance Pattern
- Daytime
- Course Level
- Level 2
- Study Mode
- Full Time
- Course Location
- Langdale Road, Leyland
- Age Group
- School Leavers (16-18)
- Course Duration
- 1 year
- Overview
The course involves studying a variety of units, all linked into social care and health. As well as a wide variety of classroom delivery formats, students can look forward to a number of enrichment activities including:
- Guest speakers
- Trips and visits – including The Trafford Centre and Chill Factor
- Outdoor pursuit activities
- Fundraising activities
- Access to all college enrichment activities
In addition to classroom learning students will need to complete work experience placements. Our dedicated work placement team find and arrange work placements close to where you live. Students can even find their own should they wish. These will be in places such as nurseries, primary schools, special needs schools, older peoples’ care homes and special needs units for adults. This is a chance for students to get real life experience and link classroom theory to practice.
Course Highlights:
Visiting speakers, outstanding health facilities and industry placements
Enhanced DBS – During your course you will attend a placement, in a workplace related to your course. Due to this, you are required to complete a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check which is a criminal records background check to assess whether you are suitable to work with vulnerable people, such as children and vulnerable adults. The college will guide you through the online application process, however you will have to produce identification as part of this. Information about what a DBS check is and the ID required to process your application can be found here.
We strongly advise you to obtain the ID required as soon as possible, so your application isn’t delayed.
- Entry Requirements
For our Level 2 Pre-Advanced courses our entry requirements are 4 x GCSEs at Grade 3, Maths or English Language/Literature at Grade 3 and Grade 2 in the other subjects. Level 2 courses last for 1 year.
Please note, some courses and subjects will have additional specific entry requirements or require DBS clearance to undertake placements. Information about this can be found in our course leaflet (available to download above), the Apply Portal, and on your offer letter which you will receive after your interview.
- How will I be assessed?
The course is assessed through coursework which takes the form of assignments, set at intervals throughout the year, and some external assessment.
- Progression Pathway
Successful completion of the course can lead to progression in college, Apprenticeships or employment.
- National Careers Service
For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please follow this link to the National Careers Service.
- Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) for 16-18 Students
Students applying for this course undertake work placements with children and vulnerable people as part of their course. It is a requirement that all students complete a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check to confirm they do not have any cautions or convictions which would put in question their suitability to work in these areas. Students who do have convictions may not be able to complete this course. You will need to provide 3 ID documents. These can include; Birth Certificate, Driving License, Passport, Bank statement or a letter.
If this is a cause for concern please speak in confidence to a member of the Schools Liaison team, contact the Head of School or discuss this at one of the College Open Evenings.
