Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) (Northern Ireland)

This work-based course is the required qualification for registration and regulatory requirements in the social care sector in Wales and Northern Ireland. Competence-based qualification (NVQ) QCF based programme.

Academic Year: 2024/25
Course Code: 10326
Campus: Downpatrick, Newtownards
Study Type: Part-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Health & Care
Course Overview

This course could lead to employment as a care assistant, support worker, key worker or healthcare assistant in residential settings, community and primary care environments, acute health environments, domiciliary services, day services or supported living projects

Learners must take nine mandatory units, and then have a choice of optional knowledge and competence units covering different areas of health and social care such as supporting person-centred approaches, advocacy, health care, supporting those with disabilities, learning disabilities or dementia.

You would like to work as a Social Worker, Care Worker or Nurse.

About human lifespan development, health and social care services, anatomy and physiology for health and social care.

The work experience included in this course working in a nursing home or within a childcare setting.

If you achieve this qualification, you can progress to the Level 3 in Health and Social Care. You could then progress to the HNC in Health and Social Care or an HND in Applied Practice Working with Children and Families /Foundation Degree Early Years which will lead to jobs such as nursing, social work or Early Years Practitioner.

2 GCSEs at Grade D or above and a strong desire to work in a health or social care setting and are committed to undertaking work experience. You are required to complete an Access NI clearance.

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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

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