Further Education Course 

BTEC

Health and Social Care Level 2

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Why study Health and Social Care Level 2 at Derby?

  • Top of the range facilities – Study in and with access to top of the range facilities, which include specially designed classrooms, a science laboratory and a simulated hospital ward.
  • Learn from experts - Our highly skilled and innovative tutors have real industry experience, including as project leads for NSPCC and have published in academic research journals.
  • Gain invaluable “on the job” experience – Placements are regularly available in industry settings such as at schools, hospitals, ambulances, care homes and nurseries.
  • Work to industry-standards – This course will provide you with an understanding of the skills and knowledge required to work broadly in health and social care setting.
  • Create new opportunities – Alongside developing your industry knowledge, you’ll develop essential workplace skills, strengthen your independence, boost confidence, and increase progression opportunities.
  • Enhance your CV - Students participate in a range of fund-raising events throughout the year supporting various charities. There are also some interesting and wide-ranging enrichment opportunities such as BSL and food hygiene.

The Health and Social Care Level 2 course is an ideal course for those wishing to work in a variety of health and social care careers. 

Throughout the course you will be trained and assessed in several different relevant subject areas to achieve a BTEC qualification, alongside this you will achieve 100 hours of work experience in a health and social care related environment. 

What you will study

What you will study

To explore human growth and development across different life stages and to investigate factors that affect human growth and development.

You will explore the care values that underpin current practice in health and social care and investigate ways of empowering individuals.

You will investigate different forms of communication and how barriers can affect individuals within Health and Social Care.

You will learn and understand the importance of non-discriminatory practice in Health and Social Care

You will learn and understand the importance of non-discriminatory practice in Health and Social Care.

You will gain a first-aid certificate within this unit.

You will explore the different creative and therapeutic activities used in Health and Social Care setting and develop the skills needed to plan and implement these activities.

You will understand how children develop from birth to eight years, to understand the factors that influence children’s development.

You will explore the effects of balanced and unbalanced diets on the health and wellbeing of individuals.

Please note that our modules are subject to change - we review the content of our courses regularly, making changes where necessary to improve your experience and graduate prospects.

How you will learn

There are also lots of opportunities to undertake enrichment such as learning British Sign Language, gaining a first aid qualification, and undertaking a food hygiene qualification. All of these have helped learners secure part time work in the sector during their studies. 

Careers

Students who achieve this qualification could look forward to a future career in Paramedic Science, Psychology, Nursing, Midwifery, Social Work or Professional Policing.

Entry requirements

GCSE's Grade D/level 3 or above including Maths and English.

Fees and funding

If you are aged 16-18 on 31 August 2025, you will not usually pay tuition fees for your course. Most full-time college-level study programmes are fully funded for this age group.

However, you may still have additional costs, including: travel to and from college, uniforms, kits, and equipment, educational trips, meals while at college, childcare (if applicable).

This is where the college bursary can help support you.

Additional costs and optional extras

How to apply

Ready to take the next step? Applying is quick and easy, just complete our online application form using the link below.

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Additional information about your studies

Course updates

The information provided on this page is correct at the time of publication but course content, costs and other individual course details do change from time to time and are updated as often as possible, so please do check these pages again when making your final decision to apply for a course. Any updated course details will also be confirmed to you at application, enrolment and in your offer letter.