Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector

5-6 weeks

Tutor-led remote learning

LDSS funded

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector

601/4128/1

The Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of working in the health sector, including the role of the healthcare worker, communication skills, personal development, health, safety and security, quality standards, and equality and diversity in the health sector.

This qualification is ideal for anyone who wants to work in the health and care sector, or who is preparing to progress into a healthcare role.

Quality assured & government recommended · Skills for Care approved qualifications

Who is the Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector for?

Those new to care: who are considering a career in healthcare profession with the underpinning knowledge needed to work effectively.

What you'll study (mandatory units)

There are 6 mandatory units which must be completed
Unit 01 Understand the role of the healthcare worker
Unit 02 Communication skills for working in the health sector
Unit 03 Personal development in the health sector
Unit 04 Health, safety and security in the health sector
Unit 05 Understand quality standards in the health sector
Unit 06 Equality and diversity in the health sector

Progression routes

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care
NCFE CACHE Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult and Social Care
NCFE CACHE Level 3 in Stroke Care Management
NCFE CACHE Level 2 or 3 Diploma in the Health and Social Care (Adults) for England

Entry requirements

Learner must be aged 14 or over
No previous qualifications are required
Funding may be available for those who meet value-based recruitment requirements

Qualification Summary

Qualification aim reference601/4128/1

Guided learning hours (GLH)120

Total qualification time (TQT)160

Credit value16

Assessment methodPortfolio of evidence

Minimum age14

LDSS funded

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