NCFE CACHE Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry in Healthcare Support (Diploma)
Ref:
610/4528/7
Sector:
Health, Public Services and Care, Health and Social Care
Features:
Preparation for employment UCAS Nested qualification
Registration & certification fee:
£124.50
Level:
Level 2
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
332
TQT:
457
Credit value:
46
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About this qualification
This qualification is designed to provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to develop competence as a healthcare support worker in a range of healthcare support settings.
The qualification will provide employers with reliable evidence of a learner’s attainment against occupational standard knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs), which form the minimum requirements for entry into the occupation. The content of this qualification aligns with the KSBs required for the Healthcare Support Worker occupational standard (ST0216).
Nested qualification
This qualification is part of a nested suite, which includes the following qualifications:
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry in Healthcare Support (Diploma) (610/4528/7)
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Extended Technical Occupational Entry in Healthcare Support (Diploma) (610/4529/9)
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 to 19 and adults who wish to work or are already working in healthcare settings in England, such as in a hospital, as part of a community team, in a day-case unit, birthing centre, individuals’ homes, operating theatres, nursing or care homes, hospices and in general practice.
It may also be useful to learners studying qualifications in health and social care or a related subject area. The units within this qualification can also be a basis for continuing professional development in the learner’s chosen field.
What are the entry requirements?
There are no specific prior skills/knowledge a learner must have for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they have already achieved a level 1 qualification in a related subject area.
How is this qualification structured?
The qualification is formed of mandatory and optional units. The mandatory units cover core competencies, while the optional units allow learners to choose from a variety of specialist areas to tailor the qualification to their needs and interests, and to reflect the context of their work.
To be awarded this qualification, learners are required to successfully achieve a minimum of 46 credits. Learners must achieve 34 credits from the 13 mandatory units and 12 credits from the 63 optional units.
How is it assessed?
This qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured via a portfolio of evidence.
How many credits are required to complete it?
The diploma requires a minimum of 46 credits.
How long will it take to complete this qualification?
This qualification can typically be completed within 1 to 2 years.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
Learners do not need to be working to take this qualification. However, learners are encouraged to attend work placement in order to support their learning. We recommend at least 30 hours of placement in a realistic work environment (RWE).
What related qualifications can you progress to?
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress on to level 3 healthcare qualifications.
Career opportunities
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to the following job roles:
- healthcare support worker
- healthcare assistant
- mental health support worker
- nursing assistant
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.
Support materials
Qualification Specification (PDF | 2116 KB)
Qualification Specification (Word) (DOCX | 768 KB)
Qualification Factsheet (PDF | 225 KB)
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Assessment materials
Sample Assessment Materials (Mandatory Units) (PDF) (PDF | 828 KB)
Sample Assessment Materials (Mandatory Units) (Word) (DOCX | 679 KB)
Sample Assessment Materials (Assignments 1 to 29) (PDF) (PDF | 1012 KB)
Sample Assessment Materials (Assignments 1 to 29) (Word) (DOCX | 596 KB)
Sample Assessment Materials (Assignments 30 and 31) (PDF) (PDF | 246 KB)
Sample Assessment Materials (Assignments 30 and 31) (Word) (DOCX | 366 KB)
Sample Assessment Materials (Assignments 32 to 59) (PDF) (PDF | 1060 KB)
Sample Assessment Materials (Assignments 32 to 59) (Word) (DOCX | 1149 KB)
Sample Assessment Materials (Mental Health Units) (PDF) (PDF | 238 KB)
Sample Assessment Materials (Mental Health Units) (Word) (DOCX | 371 KB)
Unit breakdown
Communication in Healthcare Settings (T/651/2499)
Handle Information in Healthcare Settings (H/651/2500)
Personal Development in Healthcare Settings (J/651/2501)
Implement Person-Centred Approaches in Healthcare Settings (K/651/2502)
Equality and Inclusion in Healthcare Settings (L/651/2503)
Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Healthcare Settings (M/651/2504)
Responsibilities of a Healthcare Support Worker (R/651/2505)
Duty of Care (T/651/2506)
Safeguarding and Protection in Healthcare Settings (Y/651/2507)
The Principles of Infection Prevention and Control (A/651/2508)
Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management (D/651/2509)
Understand Mental Health Conditions (J/651/2510)
Undertake Physiological Measurements (K/651/2511)
Undertake Personal Hygiene Activities with Individuals (Y/651/2516)
Assist in the Administration of Medication (A/651/2517)
Understand How to Obtain and Test Specimens from Individuals (D/651/2518)
Move and Position Individuals Safely in Accordance with Their Care Plan (F/651/2519)
Undertake Agreed Pressure Area Care (K/651/2520)
Understand the Administration of Medication (L/651/2521)
Understand the Process and Experience of Dementia (M/651/2522)
Care for the Older Person (R/651/2523)
Support Independence in the Tasks of Daily Living (T/651/2524)
Awareness of Mental Health Legislation (Y/651/2525)
Understand How to Work in Partnership with Families to Support Individuals (A/651/2526)
Support Individuals to Live at Home (D/651/2527)
Dementia Awareness (F/651/2528)
Understand How to Support Individuals at the End of Life (H/651/2529)
Support Individuals Who Are Bereaved (L/651/2530)
Support Individuals to Access and Use Information about Services and Facilities (M/651/2531)
Support Individuals to Manage Continence (R/651/2532)
Support Individuals Who Are Distressed (T/651/2533)
Understand How to Support Individuals to Meet Personal Care Needs (Y/651/2534)
Support Individuals to Eat and Drink (D/651/2536)
Provide Support to Manage Pain and Discomfort (F/651/2537)
Understand How to Provide Support for Sleep (H/651/2538)
Support Individuals with Specific Communication Needs (J/651/2539)
Support Individuals Undergoing Healthcare Activities (M/651/2540)
Understand Planning and the Practical Application of Health Promotion (R/651/2541)
Prepare Individuals for Healthcare Activities (T/651/2542)
Select and Wear Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Work in Healthcare Settings (Y/651/2543)
Assist the Practitioner to Carry Out Healthcare Activities (A/651/2544)
Monitor and Maintain the Environment and Resources During and After Healthcare Activities (D/651/2545)
Contribute to the Effectiveness of Teams (F/651/2546)
Support Activities for Individuals and Groups That Promote Wellbeing (H/651/2547)
Support Individuals to Meet Nutritional and Hydration Needs (K/651/2549)
Understand Personalisation in Adult Care (R/651/2550)
Understand the Principles of Positive Behaviour Support (T/651/2551)
Support Person-Centred Thinking, Planning and Review (D/651/2554)
Contribute to Facilitating Person-Centred Assessment, Planning, Implementation and Review (F/651/2555)
Support Care Plan Activities (J/651/2557)
Contribute to Supporting Individuals with Acquired Brain Injury and Their Families and Carers (K/651/2558)
Understand the Impact of Acquired Brain Injury on Individuals (L/651/2559)
Understand Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (T/651/2560)
Contribute to Supporting Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (A/651/2562)
Support Individuals with Dementia (D/651/2563)
Diabetes Awareness (H/651/2565)
Awareness of End-of-Life Care (J/651/2566)
Understanding Learning Disability (L/651/2568)
Contribute to Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities to Access Healthcare (Y/651/2570)
Principles of Supporting Individuals with a Learning Disability Regarding Sexuality and Sexual Health (A/651/2571)
Contribute to the Support of Individuals with Multiple Conditions and/or Disabilities (D/651/2572)
Support Individuals with Parkinson's Disease (H/651/2574)
Awareness of Sensory Loss (J/651/2575)
Support the Assessment of Individuals with Sensory Loss (K/651/2576)
Support Stroke Care Management (L/651/2577)
Parkinson's Disease Awareness (R/651/2579)
Understand Mental Wellbeing and Mental Health Promotion (L/651/2512)
Contribute to the Support of Positive Risk-Taking for Individuals (H/651/2556)
Support Mental Wellbeing and Mental Health (F/651/2573)
Understanding Mental Health (M/651/2578)
Contribute to Monitoring the Health of Individuals Affected by Health Conditions (M/651/2513)
Principles of Health Promotion (R/651/2514)
Provide Support for Mobility (T/651/2515)
Support Individuals in the Use of Assistive Living Technology (J/651/2548)
Provide Support for Therapy Sessions (Y/651/2552)
Understand How to Support Individuals with Foot Care (A/651/2553)