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Level 2 Diploma in Care (RQF/NVQ)
For carers, care assistants and support workers
About the Level 2 Diploma in Care (RQF/NVQ)
The Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (RQF) is designed for individuals who are just starting their career in the industry, however, must currently be working or volunteering in care.
This diploma will allow learners to develop and demonstrate competence in areas of health and social care. Learners will also develop technical skills, knowledge, and an understanding related to the specified job role.
Start Date
Enrolment Anytime
Course Length
6 – 9 Months (Over 350 hours)
Pricing
Payment Plans available
Location
Blended Workplace, Remote Flexible Tutor/Assessor Support
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What's Provided During The Course?
We provide you with lots of specialist resources to help you progress through the programme:
- Course task activities based on specific workplace requirements of your job
- Relevant resources including learner access to Quality Compliance Systems at a discounted rate which provides extensive operational policies, procedures, and tool kits to help you provide evidence of your understanding and knowledge and complete the workplace task activities
- Webinars and Workshops (both live and recorded) providing relevant tutorial support
- Access to resources and support via our social media channels
- Workplace observation assessment – This allows you to demonstrate your competency in performing workplace tasks and responsibilities
- One-to-one tutorial support provided remotely to you
- Access to tutors and assessors remotely Monday to Friday during office hours
- Access to our learning portal to view all your activities, access resources and monitor your progression
What career and progression opportunities are available to learners after completion?
For care assistant roles – achieving a Level 2 RQF Diploma Qualification will confirm the competence in the relevant sector, this diploma will also support progression to further development.
The next step of progression is the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (RQF).
Diploma FAQs
This diploma takes around 6-9 months to complete.
This diploma is for carers, care assistants and support workers
A level 2 qualification is equivalent to an A*-C GCSE or 4-9.
There are 16 mandatory units in this diploma.
Currently there is no available funding for this diploma, however, we do offer flexible payment plans. Get in touch with our Skill Advisors to find out more.
You do not need prior experience to complete this Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care, however, you do need to be working or volunteering in a relevant role as there are work-based tasks that need to be completed for you to gain this qualification.
Learners
Above National Average
Employers Recommend
Learner Satisfaction Rate
Registered Managers Enrolled
All the staff were great, but I cannot complete this review without mentioning Sonia, who was absolutely exceptional throughout my learning journey. Her warm and encouraging nature made me feel completely at ease during assessments, allowing me to perform at my best. She has an incredibly friendly demeanour and is always ready to offer guidance and support whenever needed. Each time I had a question, she took the time to explain concepts clearly and patiently, ensuring that I fully understood everything before moving forward. Her dedication and passion for teaching truly shone through, making the learning experience even more enjoyable.
Sonia’s support was invaluable in boosting my confidence and she is a true asset to Access Skills.
Overall, I had a fantastic experience with Access Skills and would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to advance their career in adult care leadership and management. Thank you, Sonia, for your unwavering support and encouragement!
Special Thanks:
A huge thank you to my tutor, Faye Welch, for her amazing support and guidance throughout the course. Her feedback was always detailed and encouraging, she really helped me build my confidence. I truly appreciate her dedication and patience!
Would I Recommend It?
Absolutely, I would recommend this course to anyone looking to build a career in health and Social care, especially those who need flexible learning.
With Access Skills, I have gained confidence in my work as a carer. The units are clear and self-explanatory, and being in the role makes it easier to relate to the content.
To be honest, I struggled at the beginning, but with constructive feedback from my assessor, I’ve found the units engaging and interesting. I highly recommend Access Skills to anyone looking to progress easily and effortlessly in their care career.
