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Make the move into a career in health & social care, or upskill your existing knowledge and abilities with one of many health and social care courses. Here, you'll find not only online and distance learning courses, but also a range of classroom and in-company courses to choose from. You may wish to specialise by taking on one of the social work courses specifically, or go after the accreditation required to work in health and social care with a care certificate course.

Become a part of something highly worthwhile, and seriously in-demand, with one of many health and social care courses on Reed Courses.

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  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Start your career in Social Care.
    • 39,444 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
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    As the need for adult social care continues to rise, it's important that care workers have up-to-date support and guidance that allows them to provide the best care possible for the people they work with. If you'd like to work in adult social care, this fully online course will h …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Cancer Support

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Cancer Support
    • 3,159 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    One in two people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. For many people, diagnosis can be a daunting and overwhelming time. It's important that people can access the right levels of care and services when they need it most. As cancer treatments are improved and more pe …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for Children and Young people
    • 70,474 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
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    We all know how important it is for children and young people to be safe and well cared for. Unfortunately, some children are at risk of abuse and exploitation. If you’re involved in caring for children and you want to help those affected by these issues, our level 2 certificate …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and support. Understand Young People's Mental Health.
    • 13,533 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    Around 1 in 10 children and young people are affected by mental health problems, so it’s important that people working with them have a good understanding of mental health. If you want to learn about mental health issues to support children and young people that you work with, or …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 830 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    If you work in care, it’s essential that you know about some of the most common health conditions faced by people in the UK. This level 2 course covers a variety of health conditions including dementia, strokes, sensory loss, arthritis and Parkinson’s disease. It’s a great way to …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Customer Service skills for Care
    • 2,333 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    The best healthcare providers thrive by creating positive working relationships with patients, families and residents. This fully online level 2 Certificate in Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings is designed to help you develop these positive working relationship …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Dementia Care
    • 5,500 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Dementia is one of the main causes of disability in later life, and cases are rising – by 2051, it’s expected that two million people in the UK will have dementia. If you work with people with dementia, it’s important that you understand the condition and know how to provide the …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Diabetes Management Skills
    • 3,809 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    Diabetes is a growing health problem worldwide, but it can be prevented, delayed or managed with simple lifestyle changes. Whether you work in the care sector or just want to look out for your own health or the health of someone you know, this online course will provide you with …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Dignity & Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Benefit the people you care for
    • 5,864 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    If you work in health and social care, you need to understand the fundamentals of safeguarding in order to protect the health, well-being and human rights of the people you care for. Our level 2 certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,014 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Britain has an ageing population - the number of people aged over 64 is expected to grow to 15 million by 2040. This means more people will live with serious chronic illnesses and need end of life care. Our level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care will give you the k …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Falls Prevention Awareness

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Keeping people you care for safe
    • 1,996 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    Falls represent the most frequent and serious type of accident in people aged 65 and over, with 10,000 falls happening each day. Falls often have both a physical and mental impact, as they can result in lack of confidence, isolation, fractures and broken bones.
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 6,128 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    Around 450 million people worldwide suffer from a mental health problem. You can help tackle this challenge by increasing your knowledge with our level 2 certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems. This fully online course will help you gain new knowledge and skills for y …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Personal Care Needs

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Personal Care Skills
    • 3,637 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    Britain has an increasingly ageing population, and the number of adults needing around-the-clock care is on the rise. As well as the need for medical care, there is also a need for high levels of personal care to allow those who need support to live as comfortably as possible. Th …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Help Safeguard individuals
    • 8,306 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to the Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Anyone wanting to work in local authorities, schools, colleges, uniformed services or health and social care needs to be aware of safeguardin …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Safe Handling of Medication in Health & Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Safe Handling of Medication
    • 17,933 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
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    Modern medicines are powerful substances which have beneficial effects for millions of people worldwide. However, inappropriate use or handling of these substances can have severe, or even fatal, consequences. Up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines is essential fo …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Technology Enabled Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Technology in Care
    • 973 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    In this fast-moving world, technology plays a huge part in daily life. The care sector is no different. Technology Enabled Care (TEC) is playing an increasing role in health and social care, with over 1.7 million vulnerable people relying on TEC to support independence in their o …
    Free

  • Level 2 Understanding Tenant Support in Social Housing

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Tenant Support Skills
    • 2,290 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    Over 4 million people in the UK live in social housing. It’s important that anyone working in this sector is equipped with the key skills to make a real difference to the lives of tenants and the communities they live in. This fully online course in Understanding Tenant Support …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about domestic abuse.
    • 3,600 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    The annual Crime Survey estimates that almost 2.5 Million adults experience domestic abuse each year. In addition, one in five children witness or experience domestic abuse in their childhood. Although it is often an under reported crime, with most cases of domestic abuse kept hi …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Care Planning

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,653 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In the care sector, it’s important that residents and patients are treated with a friendly and caring approach. The need for high-quality, skilled and knowledgeable care workers has never been greater. Our level 2 course in Care Planning will make sure you’ve got all the knowledg …
    Free

  • Gateway to Work - Kick start your journey from education to work

    Reed Learning
    The ultimate careers programme for 16-18 year olds
    • 124 students
    • Online
    • 7.9 hours · Self-paced
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    Calling all students… If you want to know how to get into your dream job or career once you've finished school, college or university, this course is for you. Gateway to Work is a free digital careers programme that gives you all the tools you need to smoothly transition from edu …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Midwifery)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Midwife. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University. Open to UK residents.
    • 9,086 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
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    If being a midwife has always been your dream job, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Midwifery) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in midwifery. If you don’t have the grades you need to apply for university, an …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Nurse. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 26,734 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
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    If nursing has always been your dream job, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Nursing) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in nursing. If you don’t have the grades you need to apply for university, an Access to HE …
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  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professionals)

    Learning Curve Group
    Ideal for Health Professionals. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 7,275 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    If your dream career is to work in the healthcare sector, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Health Professionals) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of healthcare related degrees. If you don’t have the grades you …
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  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Learning
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 2,182 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
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    Are you struggling to get in-person work experience? Do you want to know more about what it's really like to work in different sectors like Marketing, Product design, Finance or Care? If so, this Digital Work Experience course could be exactly what you're looking for. This D …
    Free
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Reed Courses advertises a large variety of Health & Social Care courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The Health & Social Care courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a Health & Social Care course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

If you're looking for Health & Social Care courses, you might also be interested in Social care, Social worker and End of life care. These courses can be taken to further enhance your understanding of the subject. By having a broader understanding of the subject can help you to improve your professional or personal development.

In addition to free Health & Social Care courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online Health & Social Care courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

Reed Courses advertises a variety of free online Health & Social Care courses. Alternatively you'll be able to enrol on an online Health & Social Care course of your choosing, and study entirely online. If you'd prefer an in-person learning experience, you could take a classroom Health & Social Care course where you'll be taught in a classroom at a given location. Reed Courses also advertises distance learning courses and in-company Health & Social Care courses from a variety of learning providers.
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