If you're interested in a career in health and social care and are looking for a foundational qualification to build your knowledge and skills, this course is an ideal starting point. The Level 2 First Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care (BTEC) is a full-time course designed for students aged 16-18 who want to develop essential knowledge and practical skills for the sector.
This course covers a broad range of topics relevant to health and social care, with units that explore human growth and development, care values, communication, and equality and diversity within health and social care settings. You will gain insights into the factors affecting human development, understand the values underpinning current practice, and develop essential communication skills. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the health and social care sector, preparing you for further study or entry-level roles in the field.
What experience and skills will you gain?
- Human lifespan development – understanding growth and development across life stages and factors influencing these stages (externally assessed)
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Health and social care values – exploring core care values and ways to empower those using health and social care services (internally assessed)
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Effective communication in health and social care – investigating various communication methods, identifying barriers, and developing communication skills
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Equality and diversity in health and social care – studying non-discriminatory practice and promoting equality and diversity in health and social care (internally assessed)
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Campus
This course will be delivered at London South Bank Technical College - Nine elms
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What do you need to apply?
- 4 GCSEs at grades A*-C or 9-4, including English.
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Level 2 vocational qualification and a Level 2 English qualification .
This course is suited to those who are interested in building a career in health and social care and have a desire to learn about supporting and caring for individuals in various settings.
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How will you be assessed?
Assessment is through a blend of practical assessments, coursework, project work, and examinations. Some units, such as Human Lifespan Development, are externally assessed, while others, like Health and Social Care Values and Equality and Diversity, are assessed internally, allowing you to demonstrate your knowledge and skills through various assessment formats.
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Where can this course take you?
Completing this qualification opens pathways for entry-level roles in health and social care settings, such as care homes, community work, and voluntary sectors. It also provides an excellent foundation for further study, including Level 3 qualifications in Health and Social Care, which can lead to more advanced roles or even Higher Education study in fields like nursing, social work, and public health.
