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OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care

at Solihull College and University Centre, Solihull · university

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2024see the detail

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

Studying a Level 2 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care will aid progression to further study (level 3) and prepare learners to enter the workplace in due course. In the health and social sector, typical employment opportunities may include working as an apprentice or in a supervised entry role, depending on specific job requirements and age restrictions. Learners will develop knowledge and understanding by applying their learning and skills in a work-related context. Units include; - Communication in health and social care, - Individual rights in health and social care, - Individual needs in health and social care, - Ensuring safe environments in health and social care, - Vocational experience in a health and social care setting, - Cultural diversity in health and social care, - Anatomy and physiology for health and social, - The impact of diet on health.

What you need to get on

Along with GCSE grades of mainly D/5' & E/6's learners must have a keen interest in working within the sector. Learners would ideally be working at or towards entry level EL3 /1/ GCSE equivalent for Maths/English

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

  • Blossomfield Campus

    Blossomfield Rd, Solihull, B91 1SB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Solihull

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