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Caring for the Elderly Level 2 Certificate

at Herefordshire, Ludlow, and North Shropshire College, Hereford · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate11 months

What the college says

People in the UK now have an average life expectancy of 72 years. The population aged 65 years and over is growing faster that the working age population aged 16 to 64 years; but not everyone remains healthy throughout their longer lives.This nationally recognised qualification is suitable for a wide range of learners who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of caring for older people. It may be useful as an introduction for those who wish to pursue a career in working in elderly care settings, and those wishing to expand on their existing knowledge.This course is delivered online. Studying via distance learning means you can choose when and where you study. All of our award-winning, online learning resources are of the highest quality and are designed to be engaging and interactive to keep you focused on your learning at all times.

What you need to get on

Learners must be aged 19+ and live in England to qualify for funding.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • Herefordshire, Ludlow, and North Shropshire College

    Online

Who else teaches this exact qualification

Same qualification, different college. Entry requirements and how it is taught can differ a lot between them, which is the whole reason to compare.

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