QCF Diploma in Healthcare Support - Level 2

Health & Social Care

What does the course include?

These Diplomas comprise mandatory and optional units.

Optional units cover a range of specialisms including:

• Promotion of general health and wellbeing
• Cleaning, decontamination and waste management
• Transportation
• Supporting therapy sessions
• Patient care
• Administration
• Record keeping
• Food preparation and service
• Minimising the risks of spreading infection
• Understanding mental health problems
• Obtaining and testing blood samples
• Emergency first aid skills.

The eight specialist pathways also cover essential areas, such as health and safety and promoting good practice.

City & Guilds Diplomas in Healthcare Support are recognised by the NHS, Europe’s largest employer.

They are based on the latest National Occupational Standards for Health.

This course is no concessions, and requires an interview.

What do I need to get on this course?

These qualifications are aimed at anyone aged 16 or over, and working in a healthcare setting in a paid or voluntary capacity.

Candidates will need to have a satisfactory CRB check, and complete the college assessment process.

How will I be assessed?

Workplace assessment is a requirement of the course. Direct observation is carried out by the assessor.

The candidate will also provide reflective accounts of their own performance, and possibly obtain witness testimony from a supervisor/class teacher.

Where does it lead?

Successful completion of this course leads to the Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support.

To APPLY for this course, please complete the application form by clicking here.

Need Guidance or Help?If you need guidance in completing the application form or would like further information, please email Daniel Efunnuga or call 020 8853 7037.