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Health & Social Care NVQ2

Entry Requirements
Candidates should be working in the care sector e.g. residential, learning disability, domiciliary or nursing, and have at least 6 months practical experience. Ideally candidates should be working to, or have achieved the induction/foundation framework for care/learning disability

Programme Details
This is a six-month assessment programme. Candidates will receive a minimum 2-hour visit every fortnight by a qualified and experienced Assessor who will observe their everyday work practise and activities. With their Assessors guidance and support they will build a portfolio of evidence to meet the National Occupational Standards.

National Vocational Qualification
Health & Social care NVQ2 provides all care and support workers with recognition for the day-to-date care given to their client group.

Qualification Requirement
At level 2 all candidates employed in the Social Care sector must be assessed in the 4 core units and 2 optional units.
Candidates employed in the Health sector may undertake the 6 units: 2 core units and 2 options units plus 2 others.
The level 2 additional units in this NVQ are for continuing professional development (CPD) only and do not form part of the overall qualification structure

Core Units

  • HSC 21 Communicate with, and complete records for individuals  
  • HSC 22 Support the health & safety of yourself and individuals 
  • HSC 23 Develop your own knowledge and practise 
  • HSC 24 Ensure your own actions support the care, protection and well being of individuals 
     
Option units are provided on CD-rom by City and Guilds and all candidates registered will be supported by their assessor in choosing the appropriate route to qualification.

Fees and Funding
Fee £950 + VAT (£1116.25)

Option of pay by instalments interest free:

£216.25 deposit plus 6 monthly instalments of £150.00.

NO HIDDEN CHARGES.

Please enquire for full details.

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