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Certificate in Common Health Conditions – Level 2

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Courses Code
QD2LCCHC
Study method
Part Time
Location(s)
Online Learning
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  • Is this course for you?

    Did you know that in every hour someone in the UK is told they have Parkinson’s disease? There are approximately 152,000 strokes in the UK every year, and one in six of the UK population have some form of hearing loss.

    These health conditions, along with others such as arthritis and dementia, affect a substantial proportion of the population. A good understanding of common health conditions is essential in any care role and environment.

    This course is made up of three learning assessments.

    You will gain an understanding how to contribute to monitoring the health of individuals affected by health conditions and understand the effective ways of monitoring an individual’s health in accordance with good practice.

    • You will develop an understanding of cardiovascular disease.
    • Develop an understanding of stroke awareness and managing risk factors.
    • Develop an understanding of arthritis awareness, effects and management, and treatment and support services.

  • Required qualifications

    This qualification is designed for those who wish to develop their understanding and knowledge of common health conditions. To be in a working or voluntary role, for work reflective practice is ideal.

    There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, a good level of literacy and time to commit to the twelve-week course is essential.

  • What skills will I develop?

    • Understand how to contribute to monitoring the health conditions of individuals affected by health conditions.
    • Introductory awareness of sensory loss.
    • Stroke awareness.
    • Dementia awareness.
    • Arthritis awareness.
    • Parkinson Disease awareness.

  • Careers

    Evidence your competency to your employers. Professional development and achieve further career advancement.

  • English and maths

    A good use of spelling, punctuation and grammar is developed through this course.

  • Other important information

    • Achieve a nationally recognised level 2 qualification.
    • Further personal and professional development.
    • Learn at a time that suits you without the need to attend college.
    • Improve your understanding of dementia, stroke and sensory loss.

    This course is designed on a flexible learning basis. This means most of your study will take place in your own time.

  • Is this course for you?

    Did you know that in every hour someone in the UK is told they have Parkinson’s disease? There are approximately 152,000 strokes in the UK every year, and one in six of the UK population have some form of hearing loss.

    These health conditions, along with others such as arthritis and dementia, affect a substantial proportion of the population. A good understanding of common health conditions is essential in any care role and environment.

    This course is made up of three learning assessments.

    You will gain an understanding how to contribute to monitoring the health of individuals affected by health conditions and understand the effective ways of monitoring an individual’s health in accordance with good practice.

    • You will develop an understanding of cardiovascular disease.
    • Develop an understanding of stroke awareness and managing risk factors.
    • Develop an understanding of arthritis awareness, effects and management, and treatment and support services.

  • Required qualifications

    This qualification is designed for those who wish to develop their understanding and knowledge of common health conditions. To be in a working or voluntary role, for work reflective practice is ideal.

    There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, a good level of literacy and time to commit to the twelve-week course is essential.

  • What skills will I develop?

    • Understand how to contribute to monitoring the health conditions of individuals affected by health conditions.
    • Introductory awareness of sensory loss.
    • Stroke awareness.
    • Dementia awareness.
    • Arthritis awareness.
    • Parkinson Disease awareness.

  • Careers

    Evidence your competency to your employers. Professional development and achieve further career advancement.

  • English and maths

    A good use of spelling, punctuation and grammar is developed through this course.

  • Other important information

    • Achieve a nationally recognised level 2 qualification.
    • Further personal and professional development.
    • Learn at a time that suits you without the need to attend college.
    • Improve your understanding of dementia, stroke and sensory loss.

    This course is designed on a flexible learning basis. This means most of your study will take place in your own time.

Testimonials

Kate Westwood

"The skills developed on this course will give you a knowledgeable approach to understanding health conditions and factors that contribute to them. As the tutor and assessor, I am passionate for my learners to develop professionally to fulfil their passions and aspirations."

Kate Westwood

South Staffordshire College

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  • Common Health Conditions Level 2 (LF)

    Online Learning

    Start Date: Start Any Time

    Code: QXD2LCCHC

    Part Time: 12 Weeks

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