Other Courses
- Art and Design - 3D Design Level 3 Diploma [Y1]
- Art and Design - Fashion and Textiles Level 3 Diploma [Y1]
- Art and Design - Graphics and Illustration Level 3 Diploma [Y1]
- Art and Design Level 2 Diploma
- Art and Design Level 3 Diploma [Y1]
- Art and Design Level 3 Foundation Diploma
- Art, Design and Media Level 1 Diploma
- Barbering Level 3 Diploma
- Barbering Studies Level 2 Diploma
- Beauty Therapy Level 1 Diploma
Health and Social Care Level 2 Extended Diploma
East Sussex College - Eastbourne
Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2UF
Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 2
Available start dates
Available start dates
Monday, 07 September 2026
East Sussex College - Eastbourne
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
There is a small cost for the materials involved.
Course Summary
Units of study on this popular course include: safeguarding and protection in Health and Social Care; equality, diversity and rights; and human growth and development. You will also experience a variety of modules designed to improve your employability prospects and progression skills.
Course Details
Within the mandatory units you will explore codes of practice, whistleblowing, real life scenarios and case studies as well as exploring how to safeguard yourself when working in the sector. There will be the opportunity to look at the different stages of life, significant events and a persons care needs at each point. The employability modules look at mental health and wellbeing, team and independent working and a basic introduction to first aid in the setting.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
You need to produce a portfolio of evidence and all units within these qualifications are internally graded A* - D. Some assessments are practically orientated where you have to demonstrate the skills, qualities and behaviours associated with the workplace.
Entry requirements
Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English and maths at grade 3. A clear DBS check will be required.
Your next steps...
You could progress onto a Level 3 programme to develop your knowledge and understating or you may choose to go into the workplace and undertake an apprenticeship.
Additional information
For more courses like this, check our courses page.