16-18
Computing and IT
Construction & Building Services
Creative & Visual Arts
Creative Media Production
Engineering & Automotive
Foundation Studies
SEND Provision
Sport & Public Services
T-Levels
Travel, Tourism & Events
Apprenticeships
Accountancy & Bookkeeping
Business & Administration
Catering & Hospitality
Computing and IT
Construction & Building Services
Customer Service
Engineering & Automotive
Hair & Beauty
Health, Social Care & Early Years
University Level
Engineering & Automotive
Health, Social Care & Early Years
Sport & Public Services
Adult Learning
Access to Higher Education
Accountancy & Bookkeeping
Assessor Qualifications (TAQA)
Green Skills
Health & Social Care OCR (L2)
Health & Social Care OCR Level 2 Diploma
In Short
Expanding your knowledge of the health and social care sector will increase your employment prospects. This is a work-related qualification that will help you to develop skills to work effectively and expand your knowledge and understanding in the different specialist areas of health and social care. There is a mixture of theory and practical work within this course. It will help you to understand and choose the areas of work that you might like to specialise in within the sector. All students will undertake a work placement within the sector during their study.
Why study with us?
Our courses provide an opportunity for you to gain valuable work experience alongside your studies, so you learn on the job and not just in the classroom. Our team of highly qualified staff use their professional experience to keep courses up to date with the latest developments in the sector. They will teach you important links between theory and practice, which will ensure that you are fully prepared to meet the challenges of this rewarding career. A DBS check will be carried out as part of the course in order to work with vulnerable people.
Our facilities include the brand new Tyneham building at our Cranford Avenue campus, offering state-of-the-art learning and support resources used for Level 3 Health & Early Years, fitted with a mock hospital ward and children’s nursery.
Entry Requirements
Selection is by interview. 5 GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or above including English or equivalent. Other information including references, assessment results, relevant experience and portfolio material may also be taken into account. – Students will also need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service application (formerly CRB) to attend work placements. More information about your Disclosure and Barring Service check will be provided at enrollment. Other information such as references, assessment results, relevant experience and portfolio material may be taken into consideration at the College’s discretion.
Course Content
Units may include:
- Communication
- Individual rights
- Safety
- Human development
- Creative and therapeutic activities
- The impact of diet.
How will I be assessed?
You will need to complete and pass six units. Work experience is offered as part of this course with local employers; this will enable you to apply your new skills in a real working situation.
Students will complete a range of assessments, including essays, role plays, presentations and reports.
Progression
This qualification is designed to enable you to enter employment at a trainee level within a wide range of health and social care settings. It should be noted that some careers have a minimum age for entry. You may progress to further education, such as the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care or an Advanced Apprenticeship programme.
Tools/Materials/Books
The College library has an extensive lending and reference book stock, in addition to videos and journals. Specific books will be advised nearer the time of study. A basic uniform of a polo shirt is required for placements and you can purchase this at enrolment from the College.
Fees
If you are aged 16-18 as of 31 August on the year of enrolment – no course fee. If you are over 19 as of 31 August and enrolling on a full-time programme of study a tuition fee will be applicable in most cases. Bursary funds – There are financial support arrangements for 16-18 year olds and hardship funds available for the over 19s. Please contact reception for details of costs and concessions on 01305 761100 or email igs@weymouth.ac.uk