This qualification is designed to provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to develop competence as a healthcare support worker in a range of healthcare support settings.
Level 2 NCFE CACHE Technical Occupational Entry in Healthcare Support (1 Year Diploma)
- SLOUGH AND LANGLEY COLLEGE
- LEVEL 2
Course Overview
Course Code
FF2CHEA1L0
End Date
Fri, 25 Jun 2027
Entry Requirements
Four GCSE’s at grade 3 or above including maths and English
Course information
Communication in healthcare settings, Handle information in healthcare settings, Personal development in healthcare settings, Implement person-centred approaches in healthcare settings, Equality and inclusion in healthcare settings, Health, safety and wellbeing in healthcare settings, Responsibilities of a healthcare support worker, Duty of care, The principles of infection prevention and control, Cleaning, decontamination and waste management, Understand mental health conditions, Undertake physiological measurements, Principles of professional practice, Working as part of a professional team, and preparing for employment in a healthcare setting.
1 Year
This is a full-time study programme, and you will be required to attend college during the week and attend a practical placement during block week.
There are 16 mandatory units in this qualification based on credits and these will be internally assessed through a portfolio of evidence.
Level 2 NCFE CACHE Technical Occupational Entry in Healthcare Support (Diploma)
Health and Social Care
Learners who achieve these qualifications could progress to the following: Employment: Healthcare support worker Healthcare assistant, Mental health support worker, Nursing assistant or Further education.
Level 2
A Disclosure Barring Service check is also required.