Health and Social Care - Level 2 First Certificate
at Capital City College Group, London · college
What the college says
This course provides the fundamental knowledge and understanding of Health and Social Care principles.The certificate has mandatory units as well as a choice of optional specialist units, thereby providing an opportunity to develop a broader understanding of the Health and Social Care sector, including factors that affect individuals' lifestyle choices and their health, and the effective communication skills that can be transferred to other sectors.In addition, the course introduces a limited number of specialist areas and the opportunity to acquire some of the practical skills identified by employers as the fundamental building blocks for future competence in the care sector workplace.
What you need to get on
You will have gained a minimum of a grade 3 in GCSE Mathematics and also a grade 3 in GCSE English before this course.
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
Holloway Campus
444 Camden Road, London, N7 0SP
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · London
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