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The Certificate is a work-based qualification which covers the skills and knowledge required to work in healthcare support services.
This qualification is aimed at:

• Cleaners
• Hospital Porters
• Health Record Clerks

What qualification will I achieve?
City & Guilds Certificate in healthcare support services L2

How long is the course?
The Certificate is work-based and is designed to reflect the skills and knowledge of people who work in supportive roles in healthcare. .The qualification is taken over 9 months depending on individual need.

What are the entry requirements?
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

How will I learn?
You are usually employed for at least 16 hours per week. To gain this qualification, you need to show you have a particular set of skills. You will work with your assessor to identify your current skills and find the best way to gain new skills.

You will also:

• Receive tuition to support the underpinning knowledge required for your qualification
• Have the opportunity to work towards additional qualifications relevant to your employment
• Receive regular monitoring and assessment

What will I study?
Certificate in Healthcare Support Services L2
To achieve this qualification, learners must achieve a minimum of 26 credits for a level 2.  You will achieve 14 credits from mandatory units and a further 12 credits from optional units of your choice.  Units are made up of knowledge and competence skills.

How will I be assessed?
The Certificate is assessed on practical aptitude, a portfolio of work and external assessment.

What opportunities will this lead to?
Progression from Level 2 to Level 3.
Job opportunities:
This qualification can help you succeed in a wide range of healthcare settings.

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