Who is this course for?
These courses are an ideal first step for those wanting to gain a Level 2 qualification and may be particularly useful for those working in the voluntary and community sectors.

How do I enrol?
To apply for this course online at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk and simply click on the 'How to Enrol' button and complete the Enrolment Form and one of our customer service team will be in touch or call to speak to one of our friendly Learning Advisors on 01752 660713. You will be invited to undertake an initial assessment to ascertain your levels of English and maths prior to entry on this course of study.

Entry requirements
Previous L1 maths and English achievement and Initial Assessment online.

Course aims
This qualification is designed for learners looking to start work in, or already working in health and social care, who would like an understanding of common health conditions and their effects on individuals. This qualification aims to develop the learner’s knowledge and understanding of: *various common health conditions; *monitoring the health of individuals affected by health conditions. The objective of this qualification is to: *prepare learners for further training and to support a role in the workplace where the individual may work or interact with those experiencing different health conditions.

Qualification
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions To be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions, learners must achieve a minimum of 15 credits and it is internally assessed. Mandatory unit Understand How to Contribute to Monitoring the Health of Individuals Affected by Health Conditions. 12 optional units.

How will the course be delivered?
All courses are exclusively delivered via an online learning, self-study programme

How will I know I'm making progress?
You will receive regular feedback from an assessor following completion and submission of individual units You will also receive weekly updates of progress as well as any outstanding items.

Will I need to study or practise outside the classroom?
Your study pattern is self-managed, but a commitment of 2 - 3 hours per week is suggested to enable successful completion of the course within the timescale of 20 weeks.

What will I need to take to the course?
You will need use of a desktop or laptop computer with access to the internet

Progression
Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care Learning Advisors will be happy to provide you with information of what progression is available. Visit our website at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk or contact us on 01752 660713 to make an appointment.

Career opportunities
Adult social care, nursing careers, care work, health and social care. Our Learning Advisors will be happy to provide you with information on career opportunities and will be able to help you make a plan of action to achieve this.

Please Note:
Most courses attract a subsidy from the Education and Skills Funding Agency and can be used to match fund for ESF. It is a requirement of the ESFA that you complete various forms at different stages of your course, further information is available on request. Courses are subject to a minimum number of enrolments and could be cancelled if recruitment is low. In some cases, an alternative class at a different location may be offered. Terms and conditions are available at https://www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk/learner-information/essential-information-for-every-learner