Health and Social Care Professions Pre Access: Extended Certificate Level 2

Course overview

You’ll study topics such as health studies, social policy, psychology, and essential research skills. The course also includes study techniques, academic writing, and ICT development to support your learning journey.

What this course covers

You’ll study Cell Biology, Aspects of Human Physiology, Biomolecules and Biochemical Principles, Effective Communication and Health Promotion, Infectious Diseases, Drug and Biological Defences, Safeguarding Principles, Introduction to Professional Healthcare Practice, Preparing for Progress, and Developing Study Skills.

Entry Requirements

Need a Level 1 in English AND Maths already (functional skills – intensive is preferred) must be enrolled onto a Level 2/GCSE English and Maths prior to enrolment. 

Progression Opportunities

Achievement of these qualifications could act as progression towards programmes of study at Level 2 or Level 3 such as an Apprenticeship programme or the Access to HE Diploma.

Delivery And Assessment

Assessment is through the building up of a portfolio of evidence, allowing flexibility in terms of the learner putting together evidence most appropriate to their learning situation.

A flexible optional structure that allows learners and tutors to choose learning that is relevant to their specific needs.

Units available at both Level 1 and Level 2.

Verification and certification can be offered throughout the year, allowing maximum flexibility for centres.

The aims of the qualifications are to enable learners

1. To promote the skills required for learner self-confidence and further study

2. To encourage learners to consider a career in Health and Social Care

3. To reward the achievement of learners for the skills that they have developed.