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Extended Certificate in Skills for Further Learning and Employment (RQF)

at The Manchester College, Manchester · college

Level 2Stepping stonesCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

Are you passionate about looking after others? Would you like to get paid to care for those who need your help? Do you want to make a difference to the lives of people around you? If this sounds like you, then this Diploma in Health and Social Care Professions is perfect. On this level 2 diploma, you’ll further your knowledge on health and social care and take a deeper dive into the wide range of key ideas across the health & social care professions. You’ll focus on the principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care, safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and child and young person development. You will also explore human physiology for human care, the principles of communication in an adult social care setting and gain an introduction into criminology.

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

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

  • Openshaw Campus

    Openshaw Campus Ashton Old Road, Manchester, M11 2WH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Manchester

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