Level 2

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (RQF)

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Course snapshot

Minimum duration

4-6

Months

STUDY TYPE

Online

qualifIcation

Diploma

the course in detail.

The Level 2 Diploma in Care (RQF) is a qualification offered in England. It is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to work in a variety of health and social care settings. The objective of this qualification is to support a role within the workplace. This qualification forms the competence requirements for those learners working in both health and adult care settings at level 2, allowing learners to enter either workforce. The content is appropriate for roles such as adult care workers, healthcare assistants/support workers and personal assistants. This qualification supports delivery of the Adult Care Worker apprenticeship standard and may support delivery of the Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship standard. This qualification is suitable for delivery in England.

Course Uses

On successful completion of this qualification, you will enhance your credibility, as the qualification is fully accredited and recognised and is listed on Ofqual, Skills for Care and CQC, the sector skills council for the adult social care sector in England and Skills for Health, the sector skills council for the health sector adding values to your educational profile. Learners may wish to continue their development by undertaking one of the following qualifications:

• Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF)

• Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (RQF)

• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) (RQF)

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites for this qualification, however It is advised that learners have a minimum of Level 1 in literacy or numeracy or equivalent. This qualification is approved for delivery to learners aged 16+.

Assessment Method

This qualification is assessed through completion of a portfolio of evidence which will be assessed and internally quality assured by the centre.

All submissions will be made via student platform (log in details obtain during on boarding).

· Portfolio of Evidence

· Coursework

· Practical Demonstration/Assignment

· You’ll be evaluated via a series of written questions to assess your comprehension.

To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria.

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structure requirements

The Level 2 Diploma in Care (RQF), learners must complete and pass the qualification to a standard of 46 Credit Value to obtain the full Diploma.

Learners must complete the following:

• all units contained within the mandatory group

• a minimum of 22 credits from optional group A

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Unit Breakdown

H/616/8078 - Communication in care settings.

H/616/8081 - Handle information in care settings.

F/616/8153 - Personal development in care settings.

L/616/8155 - Implement person-centred approaches in care settings.

R/616/8156 - Equality and inclusion in care settings

D/616/8158 - Health, safety and wellbeing in care settings

F/616/6211 - Responsibilities of a care worker

A/616/8166 - Duty of care

T/616/6206 - Safeguarding and protection in care settings

Y/616/6232 - Assist in the administration of medication

A/616/6224 - Undertake personal hygiene activities with individuals

K/616/7451 - Move and position individuals in accordance with their care plan

R/616/6214 - The principles of Infection Prevention and Control

F/601/3683 c - Understand and Implement a person-centred approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia

L/616/8186 - Meet food safety requirements when providing food and drink for individuals.

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