Health and Social Care Extended Diploma Level 2

Full Time
1 Year
Boston
September 2025

The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care course is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in various aspects of working in the health sector. It covers essential topics such as Patient Care, Safeguarding, Communication, and Professional Standards, ensuring you develop both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required in this field. Additionally, the course focuses on key employment and personal learning skills, helping you build confidence, adaptability, and a strong work ethic.

By completing this qualification, you will gain valuable certifications and hands-on experience, equipping you for further education or entry-level employment in the health and social care sector. This course serves as a vital stepping stone for individuals passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others. Whether you aspire to work in hospitals, residential care, or community settings, this course provides the necessary foundation to embark on a rewarding career in care.

What will I do?

During the course, you will cover topics including:

Principles, Values and Practices in Health and Social Care
Introduction to the Healthcare Industry
The Structure of the Healthcare Industry
Key Organisations in the Healthcare Industry
Understanding the Importance of Delivering High-Quality Care
Supporting Individuals’ Health and Wellbeing

You will also complete Care training qualifications including:

Moving and Handling
First Aid Awareness

In addition to your course, you may also study either GCSE or Functional Skills English and Maths, dependent on your current GCSE grade.

Entry Qualifications

To study the Health and Social Care Extended Diploma Level 2, you will need 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above (old GCSE grade E or above) or equivalent.

Attendance

The Health and Social Care Extended Diploma Level 2 will take you 1 year to complete. You will attend college at our Rochford Campus in Boston.

Fees

The Health and Social Care Extended Diploma Level 2 is free, if you are under the age of 19 on 31 August of the year you start the course.

If you are aged 19+, this course will cost £1500.

Fee remission may apply depending on personal circumstances, please enquire with the Registry Department for further information on 01205 365701 or email fees@boston.ac.uk.

Please note that all fees are subject to change.

How Will I Be Assessed

You will be assessed via practical observations and written assessments.

Where Could It Lead?

Successfully completing the Health and Social Care Extended Diploma Level 2 will provide students with the essential skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to advance in the field. This qualification serves as a strong foundation for further study, allowing students to progress onto higher-level health and social care courses available at the College. Additionally, it prepares them for entry-level employment opportunities in various care settings, such as hospitals, residential care homes, and community support services, enabling them to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives.

To explore other Health and Social Care courses available at Boston College, visit our Health and Social Care page.

Additional costs

Additional costs include purchasing of the College’s Health and Social Care uniform.

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