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Qualification details

EDEXCEL Level 2 BTEC Award in Support Work in Social Care

Qualification summary

This qualification has been developed from the knowledge set developed by Skills for Care. The intention of the knowledge set is to provide learning outcomes and content to benchmark the training requirements in this subject. The qualification provides the underpinning knowledge required in support work not involving direct care and it is envisaged that learners will go on to develop competence in the subject within the workplace achieving NVQ units as appropriate.

The qualification is suitable for those working in health and social care and health settings where support work not involving direct care is important. It is also relevent for those who wish to transfer to occupations where these issues arise.

Qualification details

500/1746/9
EDEXCEL - Edexcel Limited
2
VRQ - Vocationally-Related Qualification
Accreditation start date:
01/04/2007
Operational start date in centres:
01/04/2007
Accreditation end date:
31/12/2010
Certification end date:
31/12/2012
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When undertaking a qualification that does not appear on the governments' lists as eligible for funding for specific age ranges, users must be aware of legal requirements. Not all qualifications are suitable for all age ranges.
For further information on 14-19 qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DCSF Section 96 website.

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English
The qualification will exist within the Level 3 BTEC National Certificate and Diploma in Health and Social Care, therefore the award will facilitate transfer into a nationals programme. It is envisaged also that learners will progress from the award into NVQ units where they will be able to certificate competence. Learners should thereafter be able to progress to the Level 2 NVQ in Support Services in Health, Level 2 NVQ units in Health and Social Care and Level 2 NVQ units in Health dependant on their job role.
Administrative Assistant/Administrator
Gardener
Hospital Porter
Kitchen Assistant/Porter
Security Officer/Manager
  • 01 Health, Public Services and Care
    • 01.3  Health and Social Care
30
Pass/Merit/Distinction
Practical Demonstration / Assignment
The qualification will be internally assessed and externally verified by Edexcel.
Learners must complete one mandatory unit