Level 2 Common Health Conditions

Level 2 Common Health Conditions

Every hour, someone in the UK is told they have Parkinson’s disease; there are approximately 152,000 strokes in the UK every year (more than one every five minutes); and one in six of the UK population have some form of hearing loss. These common health conditions, along with others such as arthritis and dementia, affect a substantial proportion of the population. A good understanding of common health conditions is essential in any care environment that can help to improve the quality of life of someone living with one or a number of these conditions. This qualification is designed for learners looking to start work in, or already working in health and social care settings including care homes, hospitals and domiciliary care and would like an understanding of common health conditions and their effects on individuals. 

COURSE CONTENT

• Understand How to Contribute to Monitoring the Health of Individuals Affected by Health Conditions
• Introductory Awareness of Sensory Loss
• Stroke Awareness
• Dementia Awareness
• Arthritis Awareness
• Parkinson’s Disease Awareness

ELIGIBILITY

• Age 19+ 
• Applicants aged between 19 – 23 must hold a prior level 2 or above qualification in any subject except the subject they wish to apply for.
• Applicants over 23 do not need any entry qualifications
• Lives in England
• British Citizen or have been living within the EU for 3 years for purposes other than study
• Able to supply ID at induction
• Provide residency evidence if not a British citizen

Benefits

• Achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification
• Evidence your competency to a wide variety of care employers
• Further your personal and professional development
• Learn at a time that suits you without the need to attend college
• Improve your understanding of dementia, stroke and sensory loss

APPLY HERE

COURSE FEES

Fully Funded

COURSE DELIVERY

Online (Delivered by The Learning Curve Group) 

COURSE DURATION

6 Weeks

AWARDING BODY

NCFE CACHE