ICTQual Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care

This qualification is designed in line with ICTQual AB Level 2 standards to introduce learners to core principles of health and social care practice and professional responsibilities.

• Ofqual-regulated Level 2 qualification framework

• Focus on health and social care sector introduction

• Emphasis on professional practice and ethics

• Human growth and development across life stages

• Knowledge-based assessment structure

• Suitable for entry-level learners and career starters

The ICTQual Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care provides learners with essential foundational knowledge required to understand how health and social care services operate. It introduces key principles, roles, and responsibilities within care environments, ensuring learners develop awareness of professional standards and service delivery expectations. The qualification is designed to support those beginning their journey in the care sector.

• Introduction to health and social care sector roles and responsibilities

• Understanding of professional care practice standards

• Awareness of safeguarding and protection principles

• Knowledge of human growth and development

• Understanding of communication in care settings

• Foundation for progression to higher-level qualifications

This course equips learners with core knowledge of the health and social care environment, professional expectations, and human development across life stages.

• Understand the structure and purpose of the health and social care sector

• Recognise professional roles and responsibilities in care practice

• Understand human growth and development through life stages

• Develop awareness of safeguarding and protection principles

• Understand effective communication in care environments

• Gain knowledge of ethical and professional behaviour in care settings

This qualification is designed for individuals who want to start a career in health and social care or build foundational knowledge before progressing to higher-level study.

• School leavers seeking entry into healthcare careers

• Individuals new to health and social care sector

• Aspiring care assistants or support workers

• Learners progressing from Level 1 qualifications

• Job seekers aiming for care-related employment

• Individuals seeking foundational care knowledge

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, making it accessible to a wide range of learners interested in health and social care.

• Minimum recommended age of 16 years

• Basic literacy skills for understanding course materials

Assessment is designed to evaluate knowledge and understanding of health and social care principles and professional practice.

• Written assignments or structured questions

• Knowledge-based assessments

• Coursework or portfolio evidence

• Tutor-marked internal assessments

This qualification supports progression into further study and employment within the health and social care sector.

• ICTQual Level 3 Health and Social Care qualifications

• Entry-level care assistant roles

• Support worker positions in care settings

• Further vocational health and social care training