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Level 2 Health & Social Care

at Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This is a full time study programme. You will complete a minimum of 30 hours work placement to gain a real life insight into this sector. You will learn through a variety of teaching methods which will aim to meet the needs of each individual and accommodate different learning styles for example, case studies, assessments, group work, practical work, projects, extended writing and interactive activities. Throughout the course you will study 7 units in total. These include: * Equality and Diversity * Human Growth and Development * Safeguarding and protection * Anatomy and Physiology

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above You will be interviewed by the subject teacher. You should be enthusiastic about working within the Health and Social Care Sector and be able to participate in work experience.

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

  • Beaufort Road

    Beaufort Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 6NX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Ashton-Under-Lyne

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