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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
Ref:
601/8855/8
Sector:
Health, Public Services and Care, Health and Social Care
Features:
Learning Resources Available, Nested Qualification
Registration & certification fee:
£156.00
Level:
Level 2
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
360
TQT:
420
Credit value:
n/a
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What does this qualification cover?
This qualification covers a range of key subject areas in health and social care and includes a bank of optional units, allowing learners to pursue an interest in chosen subject areas.
What is a nested qualification?
This qualification is nested. Qualifications within a nested suite allow learners to be topped up to a qualification that is the same level and subject within the Certificate, Extended Diploma structure. This can be done by self-service through the Portal. Qualification nests and top-up pricing can be found in our fees list.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 or above who wish to progress into further education or the workplace.
What are the entry requirements?
Learners should be at least 16 years old. We do not set any other entry requirements but colleges or training providers may have their own guidelines.
How is it assessed?
All units in this qualification are internally graded A* - D.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
Learners will not be required to attend placement in a Real Work Environment, however 30 hours or more of work placement is recommended in order to support their learning.
How long does it take to complete?
Learners will usually be able to achieve the qualification in one year.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
This qualification provides direct progression to our Level 3 Award, Certificate and Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care. Learners can also progress onto further learning at Level 3 and above.
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for these and other qualifications on the funding page.
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
This qualification does not provide a licence to practise, but may support progression into a range of job roles in the health and social care sector, including:
• care support workers in adult residential settings
• healthcare assistants in community, primary care and acute health environments
• care support workers in domiciliary services, supported living or day services
• community-based support workers.
More detail on the range of job roles and potential progression paths is provided in the qualification specification.
Support materials
Mandatory qualification information
Qualification specification (PDF | 1219 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOC | 5847 KB)
Additional qualification information
Qualification factsheet (PDF | 68 KB)
Teaching/delivery guidance
Promotional leaflet (PDF | 446 KB)
Tutor guidance (PDF | 456 KB)
Tutor guidance (Word) (DOC | 810 KB)
Placement guidance for mentors and tutors (PDF | 166 KB)
Placement guidance for mentors and tutors (Word) (DOC | 425 KB)
Learner guidance
Placement handbook (learner's guide) (PDF | 188 KB)
Placement handbook (learner's guide) (Word) (DOC | 431 KB)
Support Handbook
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Teaching materials
Hodder Education Textbook
Price
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Learning Curve Group resources
Price
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Unit breakdown
Mandatory units
Human Growth and Development (F/508/3710)
Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care (J/508/3711)
Equality, Diversity and Rights in Health and Social Care (L/508/3709)
Communication in Health and Social Care (L/508/3712)
Working in Health and Social Care (R/508/3713)
Optional units
Mental Health and Well-Being (A/508/3723)
Nutrition for Health and Social Care (F/508/3724)
Common Care Disorders (H/508/3716)
Creative Activities in Health and Social Care (K/508/3717)
Health and Well-Being (K/508/3720)
Dementia Awareness (M/508/3718)
Infection Prevention and Control in Health and Social Care (M/508/3721)
End of Life Care (T/508/3719)
Learning Disability (T/508/3722)
Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care (Y/508/3714)