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This BTEC Level 2 First Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care course will give you a good understanding of the core elements of working in the health and social care sector and prepare you for either employment or advancement to a Level 3 qualification.
You’ll need GCSE Maths and English at Grade 3 or Functional Skills Maths and English at Level 1. A criminal records check is needed for you to attend work placements for all Level 2 and Level 3 courses.
This BTEC Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification is widely recognised by employers. Some of the units you will study include safeguarding, communication, and care values. You will also complete a block placement of 1-2 weeks in a health and social care setting which we will help you to arrange.
We are dedicated to enriching your experience here at Sandwell College with a range of opportunities. We have strong links with local employers including hospitals and local authorities, who frequently visit the college to provide learners with a unique insight into careers in the sector. We also visit settings with learners to give them a first-hand experience of life working in health and social care. We take learners to The Care Show at Birmingham NEC every year as well as numerous university events.
This Level 2 BTEC First Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care is assessed solely by coursework.
Once you’ve successfully completed the BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care qualification, you can advance to a Level 3 qualification or go into employment.
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Located in West Bromwich, Sandwell College boasts best in class facilities and exceptional teaching standards.
Alongside delivering outstanding pass rates, the College is proud to offer unrivalled mental health services and welfare support, ensuring that every student has access to the advice and guidance they need.
Sandwell College is the largest provider of 16-19 study programmes in the West Midlands, preparing learners for higher education, apprenticeships, and successful careers.