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First Diploma in Health & Social Care

at Northampton College, Northampton · college

Level 2Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

The course provides a thorough introduction for those looking to start a career in Health and Social Care. You will cover basic aspects of caring, the needs of the client and how to provide for them. The method of learning is by classroom activity. Students may also participate in enrichment activities from the wide range of activities available. What will I study? The units you will study are likely to include: Core Units: Communication in health & social care Working in health & social care Equality, diversity and rights in health & social care Safeguarding and protection in health & social care Specialist Units: Anatomy and physiology for health & social care Infection prevention and control in health & social care Dementia awareness Nutrition for health and social care The method of learning is by classroom activity. Students may also participate in enrichment activities from the wide range of activities available.

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 3 including maths and English

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

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

  • NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE

    Main Campus Booth Lane, NORTHAMPTON, NN3 3RF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 31 August 2026 · NORTHAMPTON

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