Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) QCF

This qualification will be of interest to you if you are working in a residential or nursing home, domiciliary support or supported living within the Health and Social Care industry. There are three pathways available: generic, dementia and learning disabilities. The qualification will be delivered in the workplace to demonstrate competence and knowledge to achieve the Diploma. Qualification Structure: To achieve the full qualification you will need to achieve 46 credits from a combination of mandatory and optional units. Mandatory Units: * Induction to communication in health and social care * Introduction to personal development in health and social care * Introduction to equality and inclusion in health and social care * Introduction to duty of care in health and social care * Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care * The role of the health and social care worker * Implement person-centred approaches in health and social care * Contribute to health and safety in health and social care * Handle information in health and social care setting Selection of Optional Units: * The principles of infection prevention and control * Causes and spread of infection * Provide support for mobility * Support independence in the tasks of daily living * Provide support for journeys * Support care plan activities * Support individuals to eat and drink * Support individuals to meet personal care needs * Move and position individuals in accordance to plan of care * Provide support for sleep * Support individuals to live at home * Provide active support Benefits of gaining this qualification: * Obtain a recognised qualification * Up to date skills and knowledge * Proven motivation to succeed within the industry/sector * Increased progression opportunity within the industry Duration: A minimum of 6 months to complete, although depending upon the individual this may be completed within a shorter timescale. For more information please contact the Business Hub on 01452 563400.

No formal entry criteria required but must be able to achieve a Level 2 qualification. All applicants are assessed at interview to ensure correct level of study. Prior qualifications or experiences in a relevant job will be taken into consideration.

Progression onto the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) QCF

Gloucestershire College success rates for these qualifications are always well above the national average.

A young lady said 'I have learnt so much from this qualification and now have the opportunity to progress to Level 3 in a supervisory role which is fantastic for me'.

Please contact the Business Hub on 01452 563457 for more information