Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care - Level 2
at Blackpool and The Fylde College, Blackpool · college
What the college says
This qualification provides an ideal taster for those who may want to understand more about working in health and social care. It aims to introduce knowledge around the following areas relating to working in adult social care: communication, equality, diversity and inclusion, personal development, role of the social care worker, handling information, health and safety, safeguarding, duty of careperson-centred approaches
What you need to get on
4 GCSEs grade 4+ (or equivalent) including English and Maths OR Level 2 qualification in related subjectPlusA successful interview with a tutorThe ability to study independentlyA genuine interest in the subjectGood communication skillsHardworking approach towards the industry
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
BISPHAM CAMPUS
BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE Ashfield Road, Blackpool, FY2 0HB
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journey
Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · Blackpool
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