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NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care programme
Who is it For?
Carers, Care Assistants and Support WorkersStart Date
Enrolment anytimeCourse Length
3 to 6 monthsLocation
Your place of workAvailability
Full UK coverage +N. Ireland/ScotlandNational Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) in Health and Social Care are available at different levels to support career progression and to meet the national minimum standards as regulated by the commission for social care inspection (CSCI).
Anyone working as a carer within a care setting will want to obtain a Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care to work effectively as a member of a care team. The NVQ 2 Health and Social Care qualification is made up of units that specify the knowledge and performance required of service providers to affect care within their roles.
The focus of the NVQ 2 in Care, centres around person enabled care, in the development and maintenance of individual independence, in addition to direct care delivery to the patients.
The units are made up of mandatory, optional and additional units and you will need to achieve a combination of these in order to achieve your NVQ 2 in care award.
NVQ Level 2 in Care course content
An NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care is made up of 6 units. All candidates must complete all mandatory units, then select an additional 2 units from the optional modules.
Mandatory Units for NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care:
- NVQ in Care Level 2.21: Communicate with and complete records for service users
- NVQ in Care Level 2.22: Support the health and safety of yourself and service users
- NVQ in Care Level 2.23: Develop your knowledge and practice
- NVQ in Care Level 2.24: Ensure your own actions support the care, protection and well- being of individuals
Essential NVQ 2 in Care programme Info
Who is the NVQ 2 in Care programme aimed at?
The NVQ 2 in Health & Social Care is aimed at Care Assistants & Support Workers working within the care industry.How often are the NVQ 2 in Care courses run?
There are no fixed start dates for NVQ 2 in Health & Social Care. All NVQ in care courses can begin at any time convenient to you.How long does the NVQ 2 in Care course typically take to complete?
The NVQ 2 in Health & Social Care time scales are mapped individually to suit each student. The majority of our students complete their NVQ 2 in care within 3 to 6 months.How is the NVQ 2 in Care course delivered?
All NVQ courses are delivered on a one to one basis by a qualified NVQ assessor. All course activities take place in your place of work, at a time convenient to you. Typically the course is delivered through an induction followed by 4 additional assessments.Where is the NVQ 2 in Care course available?
We are a national care training provider and offer the NVQ 2 in Health & Social Care across the UK including Northern Ireland and Scotland.Course fees and finance support options
NVQ 2 in Care course fees
The NVQ 2 in Health and Social care costs £875 (excluding VAT). (£1028 inclusive of VAT).Learning outcomes for your NVQ 2 in Care:
On successful completion you will be awarded an NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care certified through OCR. All successful NVQ 2 in health and Social care certifications are subject to an external verification process conducted by the awarding body. NVQ 2 Health and Social care Certificates are typically delivered to the student within 10 weeks of certification.NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care optional unit list
Detailed below are the optional units for the NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care. Two units must be chosen and completed as part of the programme. Your assessor will work with you at the start of your programme to help you map our and choose the most effective units for your working environment.
| Qualification Name | Unit ID | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 25 | Carry out and provide feedback on specific plan of care activities |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 26 | Assist Care Service Users to access and use information |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 27 | Assist Care Service Users in their daily living |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 28 | Support individuals to make journeys |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 29 | Assist Care Service Users to meet their domestic and personal needs |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 210 | Assist individuals to access and participate in recreational activities |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 211 | Assist Care Service Users to take part in development activities |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 212 | Support individuals during therapy sessions |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 213 | Provide food and drink for Care Service Users |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 214 | Help Care Service Users to eat and drink |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 215 | Help keep individuals to keep mobile |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 216 | Help address the physical and comfort needs of the individual |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 217 | Undertake agreed pressure area care |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 218 | Assist individuals with their personal care needs |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 219 | Assist Care Service Users to manage continence |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 220 | Maintain the feet of Care Service Users who have been assessed as requiring help with general foot care |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 221 | Assist in the administration of medication |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 222 | Support individuals prior to, during and after clinical procedures |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 223 | Contribute to moving and handling individuals |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 224 | Observe, monitor and record the condition of individuals |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 225 | Support individuals to undertake and monitor their own health care |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 226 | Support individuals who are distressed |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 227 | Contribute to working in collaboration with carers in the caring role |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 228 | Contribute to effective group care |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 229 | Gain access to and ensure individuals homes are secure |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 230 | Manage environments and resources during clinical activities |
| NVQ in Care Level 2 | 232 | Protect yourself from the risk of violence at work. |
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care programme
Who is it For?
Senior Carers, Carers in a supervisory position or with some responsibility. Domiciliary Carers.Start Date
Enrolment anytimeCourse Length
9 monthsLocation
Your place of workAvailability
Full UK coverage +N. Ireland/ScotlandNational Vocational Qualifications (NVQ)f in Health and Social Care are available at different levels to support career progression and meet the national minimum standards as regulated by the commission for social care inspection (CSCI). Anyone in a position of responsibility within a care setting, who has completed an NVQ in care at the previous level, or is entering the profession in a senior caring role may want to study for a NVQ 3 in care to work effectively as a senior member of a care team. The NVQ 3 in care is unique as this qualification can also be suited to Caring for teenagers, children and babies depending on the units you choose to study. The NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care is made up of units that specify the knowledge and performance required of service providers to affect care within their roles. The main focus of the NVQ 3 in Care, is in delivering physical, emotional or enabling care to clients, whether they work in health or social care, or in the public, private or voluntary sectors. The NVQ 3 in care is designed to be applicable to candidates who will be delivering care, often without direct supervision requiring a degree of responsibility and autonomy, making decisions within set boundaries previously agreed with their team. This NVQ 3 in health and social care qualification can also reflect a higher level of specialisation depending on the units chosen when compared to the previous level. The NVQ 3 in care units are made up of mandatory, optional and additional units. You will need to achieve a combination of these in order to achieve your level 3 NVQ in care award.
NVQ 3 in Care Course content
An NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care is made up of 8 units. All candidates must complete all mandatory units, and select an additional 4 units from the optional modules. This will include:Mandatory Units for NVQ level 3 in Care:
- NVQ in Care Level 3.31: Promote effective communication for and about individuals
- NVQ in Care Level 3.32: Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the working environment
- NVQ in Care Level 3.33: Reflect on and develop your practice
- NVQ in Care Level 3.35: Promote choice, well -being and the protection of individuals
Essential NVQ 3 in Care programme Info
Who is the NVQ 3 in care aimed at?
NVQ 3 in Health and Social care is for Domiciliary Carers and Carers in a supervisory position or with some responsibility.How often is the NVQ 3 in care course run?
There are no fixed start dates for NVQ 3 in care. All NVQ 3 in care courses can begin at any time convenient to you.How long does the NVQ 3 in care course typically take to complete?
The NVQ 3 in care time scales are mapped individually to suit each student. The majority of our NVQ 3 in care students complete their NVQ 3 in care course within 6 to 9 months.How is the NVQ 3 in care course delivered?
All NVQ 3 in care courses are delivered on a one to one basis by an qualified NVQ in care assessor. All NVQ 3 in care activities take place in your place of work, at a time convenient to you. Typically the course is delivered through an induction followed by 4 additional assessments.Where is the NVQ 3 in care course available?
We are a national care training provider and offer the NVQ 3 in care across the UK including Northern Ireland and Scotland.Course fees and finance support options:
NVQ 3 in Care course fees
The NVQ 2 in Health and Social care costs £995 (excluding VAT). (£1169 inclusive of VAT).Why choose us for your NVQ 3 in care course?
As one of the largest care training providers in the UK, including Scotland and Northern Ireland with over 4000 NVQ candidates currently training and 500 assessors supporting them. NVQ 3 in care candidates are offered telephone help throughout the day, and one to one contact with our specially trained NVQ in care Assessors. NVQ 3 in care candidates will have all the help and training assistance needed to successfully drive their careers in to the future.Learning outcomes of your NVQ 3 in care
On successful completion you will be awarded an NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care certified through OCR. All successful NVQ 3 in care certifications are subject to an external verification process conducted by the awarding body. NVQ 3 in care Certificates are typically delivered to the student within 10 weeks of certification.NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care optional unit list
Detailed below are the optional units for the NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care. Two units must be chosen and completed as part of the programme. Your NVQ in care assessor will work with you at the start of your programme to help you map our and choose the most effective NVQ 3 in care units for your working environment.
| Qualification Name | Unit ID | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 328 | Contribute to care planning and review |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 329 | Contribute to planning monitoring and reviewing the delivery of service for individuals |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 330 | Support individuals to access and use services and facilities |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 331 | Support service users to develop and maintain social networks and relationships |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 332 | Support the social, emotional and identity needs of the service users |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 333 | Prepare your family and networks to support service users requiring care |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 334 | Provide a home and family environment for individuals |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 335 | Contribute to the protection of individuals from harm and abuse |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 336 | Contribute to the prevention and management of abusive and aggressive behaviour |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 337 | Provide Frameworks to help service users to manage challenging behaviour |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 338 | Carry out screening and referral assessment |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 339 | Carry out assessment to identify and prioritise needs |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 344 | Support service users to retain, regain and develop skills to manage their lives and environment |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 350 | Recognise, respect and support the spiritual well being of individuals |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 351 | Plan agree and implement development activities to meet individual needs |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 352 | Support individuals to continue therapies |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 353 | Interact with individuals using telecommunications |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 356 | Support service users to deal with relationship problems |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 357 | Carry out extended feeding techniques to ensure service users nutritional and fluid intake |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 358 | Identify the individual at risk of skin breakdown |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 360 | Move and position service users |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 361 | Prepare for and undertake physiological measurements |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 364 | Identify the physical health needs of of the individuals with mental health needs |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 366 | Support individuals to represent their own needs and wishes at decision making forums |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 367 | Help individuals identify and access independent representation and advocacy |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 368 | Present individual's needs and preferences |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 369 | Support individuals with spefice communication needs |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 370 | Support individuals to communicate using technology |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 371 | Support individuals to communicate using interpreting and translation services |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 375 | Administer medicines to service users |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 376 | Obtain venous blood samples |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 378 | Insert and secure urethral catheters and monitor and respond to the effects of urethral catheterisation |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 383 | Prepare and support service users to move and settle into new living environments |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 384 | Support service users through bereavement |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 385 | Support individuals through the process of dying |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 386 | Assist in the transfer of service users between agencies and services |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 387 | Work in collaboration with carers in the caring role |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 388 | Relate to families, parents and carers |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 389 | Work with carers, families and key people to maintain contact with individuals |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 393 | Prepare, implement and evaluate agreed therapeutic activities |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 394 | Contribute to the development and running of support groups |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 395 | Contribute to assessing and act upon risk of danger, harm and abuse |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 396 | Enable people with mental health needs to develop coping strategies |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 397 | Reinforce positive behavioural goals |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 398 | Contribute to assessing the needs of individuals for therapeutic programmes to enable them to manage their behaviour |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 399 | Develop and sustain effective working relationships with staff in other agencies |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 3100 | Participate in inter disciplinary team working to support service users |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 3103 | Contribute to raising awareness of health issues |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 3104 | Support the development of networks to meet the assessed need sand planned outcomes |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 3105 | Contribute to the recruitment and placement of volunteers |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 3106 | Plan, organise and monitor the work of volunteers |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 3107 | Lead and motivate volunteers |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 3108 | Facilitate learning through presentation and activities |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 3109 | Facilitate group learning |
| NVQ in Care Level 3 | 3110 | Support colleagues to relate to service users |
NVQ 4 in Health and Social Care programme overview
Who is it For?
Carers working within management and deputy management positionsStart Date
Enrolment anytimeCourse Length
12 monthsLocation
Your place of workAvailability
Full UK coverage +N. Ireland/Scotland The National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) in Health and Social Care are available at different levels to support career progression and to meet the national minimum standards as regulated by the commission for social care inspection (CSCI). Anyone in a position of care within a residential home, who has completed an NVQ in care at the previous level, or is entering thfe profession in a senior caring role may want to study for a 4 NVQ in Health and Social Care to work effectively as a Manager Of a care team.The NVQ 4 in Health and Social Care qualification is made up of units that specify the knowledge and performance required of service providers to affect care within their roles. The NVQ 4 in Care is focused toward the management and delivery of care with the support of others, and will be accountable in the area of practise. It is designed to teach the techniques involved in management and delivery of physical, emotional or enabling care to service users. NVQ 4 in care Candidates are expected to have complete autonomy and will be required to make decisions within boundaries and limits agreed with their team.
The NVQ 4 in care units are made up of mandatory, optional and additional units. You will need to achieve a combination of these in order to achieve your 4 NVQ in care award.
NVQ 4 in care course content
An NVQ 4 in Health and Social Care is made up of 8 units. All candidates must complete all mandatory units, and select an additional 4 units from the optional modules. This will include: Mandatory Units for NVQ 4 in Care- NVQ in Care 4 41: Use and develop methods and systems to communicate record and report
- NVQ in Care 4 42: Contribute to the development and maintenance of healthy and safe practises in the working environment
- NVQ in Care 4 43: Take responsibility for the continuing professional development of self and others
- NVQ in Care 4 45: Develop practises which promote choice, well being and protection of all individuals
Essential NVQ 4 in care programme Info
Who is this NVQ 4 in care programme aimed at?
NVQ 4 in care is aimed at Domiciliary Carers, Carers working within management and deputy management positions.How often are the NVQ 4 in care courses run?
There are no fixed start dates for NVQ 4 in care. All NVQ 4 in care courses can begin at any time convenient to you.How long does the NVQ 4 in care course typically take to complete?
The NVQ 4 in care time scales are mapped individually to suit each student. The majority of our NVQ 4 in care students complete their NVQ 4 in care course within 12 to 15 months.How is the NVQ 4 in care course delivered?
All NVQ 4 in care courses are delivered on a one to one basis by an qualified NVQ in care assessor. All NVQ 4 in care activities take place in your place of work, at a time convenient to you. Typically the NVQ 4 in care is delivered through an induction followed by 4 additional assessments.Where is the NVQ 4 in care course available?
We are a national care training provider and offer the NVQ 4 in care across the UK including Northern Ireland and Scotland.Course fees and finance support options:
NVQ 4 in care course fees:
The NVQ 4 in Health and Social care costs £1395 (excluding VAT).( £1639 inclusive of VAT).Learning outcomes for your NVQ 4 in care:
On successful completion you will be awarded an NVQ 4 in Health and Social Care certified through OCR. All successful NVQ 4 in care certifications are subject to an external verification process conducted by the awarding body. NVQ 4 in care Certificates are typically delivered to the student within 10 weeks of certification.NVQ 4 in Health and Social Care optional unit list
Detailed below are the optional units for the NVQ 4 in Health and Social Care. Two units must be chosen and completed as part of the programme. Your NVQ in care assessor will work with you at the start of your NVQ 4 in care programme to help you map our and choose the most effective NVQ 4 in care units for your working environment.
| Qualification Name | Unit ID | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NVQ in Care 4 | 410 | Advocate with and on behalf of, individuals, families, carers, groups and communities |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 411 | Manage a service which meets the best possible outcomes for the individual |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 412 | Ensure individuals and groups are supported Appropriately when experiencing significant life events and transitions |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 413 | Manage requests for health and care services |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 414 | Assess individual needs and preferences |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 415 | Produce, evaluate and amend service delivery plans to meet individual needs and preferences |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 416 | Develop, implement and review care plans with individuals |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 417 | Assess individuals with mental health and related needs |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 418 | Work with individuals with mental health needs to negotiate and agree plans for addressing those needs. |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 419 | Provide advice and information to those who enquire about mental health needs and related services |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 420 | Promote leisure opportunities and activities for individuals |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 423 | Assist individuals at formal hearings |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 427 | Assess the needs of carers and families |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 428 | Develop, implement and review programmes of support for carers and families |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 430 | Support the protection of individuals, key people and others |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 431 | Support individuals where abuse has been disclosed |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 432 | Enable families to address issues with individuals behaviour |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 433 | Develop joint working agreements and practises and review their effectiveness |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 434 | Contribute to the development of organisational policy and practise |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 435 | Manage the development and direction of provision |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 436 | Promote and manage a quality provision |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 437 | Promote your organisation and services to stakeholders |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 439 | Contribute to the development of organisational policy and practise |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 440 | Support effective governance |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 441 | Invite tenders and award contracts |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 443 | Procure services for individuals |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 444 | Contribute to the selection, recruitment and retention of staff to develop a quality service |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 445 | Recruit and place volunteers |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 446 | Manage a dispersed workforce to meet the needs and preferences of individuals at home |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 447 | Represent the agency in courts and formal hearings represent one's own agency at other agency meetings |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 448 | Provide and obtain information at courts and formal hearings |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 449 | Represent one's own agency at other agency meetings |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 450 | Develop risk management plans to support individual's independence within their home |
| NVQ in Care 4 | 451 | Lead teams to support a quality provision |