Health & Social Care - Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector

Take your first steps towards a rewarding career in health and social care.

Our Health and Social Care Skills Experience programme is designed for young people who want to make a difference in people's lives and explore opportunities within the healthcare sector.

You'll develop essential knowledge of working in healthcare, build your confidence and communication skills, and gain valuable experience of the workplace through a placement with a local employer.

With 95% of learners who have achieved our pre-apprenticeship programme progressing into apprenticeships, employment or further education, our Skills Experience programme could be your first step towards an exciting and rewarding future.

If you're passionate about helping others and want to make a real difference to people's lives, our Health and Social Care Skills Experience Programme is a great place to start.

As part of the programme, you will complete the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector, gaining valuable knowledge about the healthcare industry, the different roles available and what it takes to work effectively in a caring and professional environment.

You'll explore important areas such as communicating with patients and colleagues, understanding the responsibilities of healthcare workers, maintaining health and safety, promoting equality and diversity, and delivering high standards of care.

Through engaging classroom activities, practical tasks and tutor-supported learning, you'll develop your confidence, communication skills and understanding of what employers expect from people working in healthcare.

You will also undertake work experience with a local employer over the duration of the programme, helping you develop valuable workplace skills and gain first-hand experience of a professional environment.

This course is ideal if you're considering a future in healthcare, nursing, care support or other health-related professions, or if you want to build a strong foundation for further study, an apprenticeship or employment in the sector.

Internally assessed portfolio of evidence demonstrating achievement of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria across all six mandatory units.

Entry requirements for this programme are as follows:

You must achieve a minimum of Entry 3 on your initial assessments with us or have:

• English – Grade 3 or above
• Maths – Grade 3 or above

The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector provides a valuable foundation for further learning, apprenticeships and future employment in healthcare.

The qualification is particularly beneficial if you're considering careers such as:

• Healthcare Assistant
• Healthcare Support Worker
• Nursing Assistant
• Care Support Worker
• Nursing or other healthcare professions (with further training)

On successful completion, you could progress to further Level 2 or Level 3 health and social care qualifications, a relevant apprenticeship or other training opportunities within the sector.

This qualification will help you develop the essential knowledge, confidence and understanding needed to take your next steps towards a rewarding career supporting the health and wellbeing of others.