Course Overview
The Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Health and Social Care is a highly valuable, nationally-recognised qualification – proof that you have the knowledge you need to work in many areas of the profession.
On this comprehensive course, you will cover everything from understanding the individual needs of patients or care users, to how creative and therapeutic activities can help individuals. This is a practical, work-related course where you learn by completing assignments based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands – making it the ideal grounding for a career in health and social care.
Pre-requisites
You must be over 16 to take this course and be educated to at least GCSE standard D-G or hold an NVQ at level 1, or a GNVQ Foundation Certificate.
Please note that Edexcel registration fees are additional to course fees.
Key Topics
- Communication and Individual Rights
- Human Lifespan Development
- Creative and Therapeutic Activities
- Individual Needs
- Cultural Diversity
Qualification
Edexcel BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Health & Social Care
Support
As an ICS student you will have your very own personal tutor helping you with your course work and with any questions you may have. Plus you can contact our Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need – so we really are with you 100%.
What's more, you'll have access to the ICS online Student Community, where you can interact with other students, browse our resource library and manage your account.
Assessment
This course includes six assessments that you complete as part of your coursework and then forward to your tutor via email or post. Once your tutor has marked and graded your work, they'll send it back to you with their comments, if any.
What our Students Say
"The course materials were very easy to work through and clearly set out. Whenever I needed to speak to someone at ICS, I received good information and all the support I needed throughout my course. I would definitely recommend ICS – in fact I already have and I hope to take another course in the near future." Claire Bottomley, ICS Graduate, Surrey.
Your Future Prospects
This course provides an excellent basis for a career in the field, enabling you to work in care homes, hospitals, nursing homes or health centres. It also prepares you for further study and training in this dynamic, challenging and rewarding field.