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Level 2 Diploma in Care | Furness College
Level 2 Diploma in Care

Level 2 Diploma in Care

This qualification will support learners to develop the knowledge and skills required to work in a range of clinical healthcare support settings and in adult care environments.

The qualification is formed of mandatory and optional units. The mandatory units cover core competencies while the optional units allow choice from a variety of areas to tailor the qualification to your needs, interests and work role.

It covers a wide range of areas including dementia awareness, mental health and well-being, supporting individuals with their physical and emotional care, daily living needs and healthcare procedures.

This Diploma may be fully funded, subject to eligibility requirements. If you are receiveing benefits or are a low income learner please contact adultlearning@furness.ac.uk.

Attendance for this course is Wednesday morning, 9am-12 noon at Channelside campus.

This course is Starting throughout the year

Course Content

What Modules will you Study?


To achieve this qualification learners must achieve a minimum of 46 credits: 24 credits from mandatory units and a further 22 credits from optional units.

Mandatory units:

Communication in Care Settings

Handle Information in Care Settings

Personal Development in Care Settings

Implement Person-Centred Approaches in Care Settings

Equality and Inclusion in Care Settings

Health, Safety and Well-Being in Care Settings

Responsibilities of a Care Worker

Duty of Care

Safeguarding and Protection in Care Settings

How is it assessed?

All units are internally assessed by your Tutor or Assessor using a portfolio of evidence.

How long will it take to complete this qualification?

Learners can usually complete the qualification within 12 months.

Do you need to be working to take this qualification?

Learners will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement to be able to show competence in both knowledge and skills

How long is the course?

The Diploma is work-based and is designed to reflect the skills and knowledge of people who work in caring activities. The qualification is taken over 9 months depending on individual need.

Where will I learn?

Channelside Campus

How much will this course cost?

Please refer to the College fees policy, for more information please contact Student.Services@furness.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

What are the entry requirements?

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. The Level 2 Diploma is suitable for learners is a variety of different settings within the NHS and private care facilities.

Progression

What opportunities will this lead to?

Progression to higher level diplomas, qualifications in specialist health pathways or to related health Apprenticeships. The content of the qualification links with the knowledge and skills required for the Adult Care Worker and Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship standards. Career opportunities Upon completion, learners can enter either the adult care or health workforces. The content is applicable to a variety of roles, including: • adult care worker • healthcare assistant/support worker • personal assistant.
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Student Profile
Gabrielle Cotter-Garrick

"We have lots of conversations and debates relating to Health and Social Care to develop our knowledge. My tutors offer massive support with my academic learning so I can work towards my goal of being a social worker." Gabrielle Cotter-Garrick successfully completed Level 3 Health and Social Care and is now at Lancaster University studying a degree in social work.


Channelside
Barrow-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA14 2PJ
Rating Lane
Barrow-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA13 9LE
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