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Level 2 Health & Social Care

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Wakefield · other provider

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

This Health and Social Care study programmes provide the knowledge needed when working in a health and social care environments, caring for young people, adults, and the elderly. The programme covers a wide range of areas including; supporting individuals with their physical and emotional care, daily living needs and health care procedures. Level 2 learners will have placement experience in either care homes, charity organisations or day care settings, when tutors consider that learners are placement ready and can work professionally. The average salary you could expect to earn working in the Health and Social Care sector is from the minimum wage for a care assistant up to £30,000 for a setting manager. Please Note: Work placement opportunities will be available at all levels. Your learning will take place through a wide range of activities including written assignments (including leaflet and poster making), practical activities, discussions, visiting speakers, tutor presentations, group work, workshops, creating materials and resources, and practical experience in both the classroom and if appropriate within a Health & Social Care setting.

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 9-3, one will be either English or Maths.

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

  • Selby College

    Selby College Abbots Road, Selby, YO8 8AT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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  • Castleford College

    Thunderhead Ridge, Castleford, WF10 4UA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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  • Wakefield College

    Margaret Street, Wakefield, WF1 2DH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 30 September 2026 · Selby
  • 30 September 2026 · Castleford
  • 30 September 2026 · Wakefield

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