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Diploma in Care

at Middlesbrough College, Middlesbrough · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 weekPart time£1,031

What the college says

This qualification will support learners to develop the knowledge and skills required to work in a range of clinical healthcare support settings and in health and 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.

What you need to get on

Learners should be at least 19 years old. Learners will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement to be able to show competence in both knowledge and skills. 100 percent attendance is required to pass the course.

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?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Middlehaven (Main Building)

    Dock Street, Middlesbrough, TS2 1AD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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