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Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care L2

Calderdale College

Calderdale College, Francis Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 3UZ

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 2
Health, Public Services and Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Monday, 05 October 2026
Calderdale College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

The aim of this qualification is to introduce knowledge in areas relating to Adult Social Care, such as person centred approaches, duty of care and the role of a Social Care worker.

This course is accessible to learners of all ages who may want to understand more about working in Health & Social Care. It aims to introduce the basic concepts of caring and preparing for employment in this sector

Course Details

https://www.calderdale.ac.uk/health-and-social-care/

How will it be delivered and assessed?

The course is unit based and is assessed by the production of a portfolio of evidence.

Entry requirements

Learners must be 16 years and above, school leavers will need a GCSE grade D in English or a Level 1 Functional/Key Skills English qualification.

Learners will also need to provide 2 references and complete a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.

Your next steps...

Successful completion of this course can lead on to the Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care, Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care or Childcare.

Learners aged 19 and over can also progress on to the Access to HE: Combined Studies or Access to HE: Health Professions courses. Learners may also wish to complete the level 2/ 3 Certificate in supporting individuals with learning disabilities.

Additional information


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