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Level 2 Diploma in Care

Level 2 Diploma in Care will support learners to develop the knowledge and skills required to work in a range of clinical healthcare support settings and in adult care environments. The qualification is formed of mandatory and optional units. The mandatory units cover core competencies while the optional units allow learners to choose from a variety of areas to tailor the qualification to their needs, and interests and to reflect the context of their work. It covers a wide range of areas including dementia awareness, mental health and well-being, supporting individuals with their physical and emotional care, daily living needs, and healthcare procedures.

The content is also aligned with the knowledge and skills required for the Adult Care Worker and Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship standards.

Course Details

Qualification Reference

603/2761/3

Level

Duration

4 Months (Fast Track) 6 months (Normal Track)

Fees

One-off fee £800
Interest free payment plan: £200 deposit, followed by 4 monthly payment of £200. Total: £1000

Delivery

Online or Blended Learning

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Entry Requirements

Learners should be at least 16 years old. Rhythmic Skills do not set any other entry requirements but colleges and other training providers may have their own guidelines.
Learners or apprentices who wish to work or are working in a variety of different settings within the NHS and private care facilities.

Qualification Details

Qualification Title: Level 2 Diploma in Care
Duration: 6 months
Modes of Study: Online learning / Blended
Assessment: It will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods. This could include direct observation in the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task (No Exams)
Awarding Body: ICQ

Course Content

Mandatory Units

Unit 1: Responsibilities of a Care Worker (2 credits)
Unit 2: Promote Communication in Care Settings (3 credits)
Unit 3: Promote Person-Centred Approaches in Care Settings (6 credits)
Unit 4: Promote Effective Handling of Information in Care Settings (2 credits)
Unit 5: Safeguarding and Protection in Care Settings (3 credits)
Unit 6: Duty of Care in Care Settings (1 credit)
Unit 7: Promote Personal Development in Care Settings (3 credits)
Unit 8: Promote Health, Safety, and Wellbeing in Care Settings (6 credits)
Unit 9: Promote Equality and Inclusion in Care Settings (2 credits)

Study Support

Rhythmic Skills will provide support to Learners:

Access all course materials, including online modules and written assignments.
Gain Teacher support
Access Rhythmic Skills online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal)
Acquire Assignments briefing
Receive excellent quality study notes.
Obtain Assignment marking and feedback.
Access Free Online Library.
Receive Dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday)
Gain Full support until the completion of the course

Career Opportunity

This qualification is suitable for you if you are planning to start work in a range of job roles or if you are seeking to progress within your current job role. Relevant job roles include:

Clinical Healthcare Support Worker
Healthcare Support Services
Healthcare Assistants
Mental Health Support Worker
Mental Health Outreach Worker
Care Assistants/Support Workers (Community and Primary Care)
Healthcare Assistants/Support Workers (Acute Mental Health)
Key Workers (Residential Settings)
Care Workers

Progression Pathway

The knowledge developed will enable you to progress to further study, including
intermediate and advanced apprenticeships and occupationally specific qualifications
including (but not restricted to):