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Why enrol on this course?

Level 2 Diploma in Care equips you with essential skills for a rewarding healthcare career. This qualification, combined with a Professional Certificate in Infection Control, provides vital knowledge in safeguarding vulnerable individuals. You will master key infection prevention protocols and learn to manage health and safety risks effectively.

Ideal for care assistants and support workers, this Level 2 Diploma in Care ensures you meet crucial compliance standards. It builds the practical skills needed to deliver high-quality, safe care in various settings.

Take the next step in your professional journey and enhance your ability to protect those in your care.

About this course

Kickstart your care career with the Level 2 Diploma in Care with Professional Certificate in Infection Control. This essential qualification equips you with practical care skills and expert knowledge in preventing infection, making you a highly competent and safe practitioner. You'll master crucial infection prevention and control protocols, boosting your employability for roles like Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker. This combined Level 2 Diploma in Care ensures you meet industry standards, providing the confidence to deliver exceptional, safe care and protect vulnerable individuals every day.

Who is this course for?

Who You Are	Why This Course is for You	UK Context
New Starters in Health & Social Care	You're passionate about beginning a meaningful career in care. This qualification provides the essential foundation and a highly sought-after specialism in infection control that will make your CV stand out.	With over 1.5 million people working in social care in England alone, a professional certificate gives you a competitive edge from day one.
Existing Care Assistants & Support Workers	You're already doing a vital job and want to formalise your skills, gain a promotion, or specialise. This diploma recognises your experience and deepens your expertise in a critical area.	Following the pandemic, 95% of care providers have strengthened their IPC protocols. This course ensures your practices are current and compliant.
Those Seeking a Career Change	You're looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference. The care sector offers immense job security and progression, and this course is your first step towards a new, fulfilling path.	The adult social care sector has an average of 6.8% vacancy rates, highlighting a significant demand for skilled, qualified professionals across the UK.
Domiciliary Care Workers & Home Carers	You work directly in clients' homes, where managing infection risks is paramount. This course equips you with the advanced knowledge to protect yourself and the vulnerable people you support every day.	It's estimated that over 500,000 people work in domiciliary care, a sector where infection prevention and control training is now a core requirement.

Key facts

The Level 2 Diploma in Care is a foundational qualification for those starting a career in the health and social care sector.
This specific pathway includes an integrated Professional Certificate in Infection Control, making it highly relevant in today's world.
It equips learners with the essential knowledge and skills to provide high-quality care in a safe and effective manner.

Key learning outcomes focus on understanding your role as a care worker, including duty of care and effective communication strategies.
A significant portion is dedicated to the principles of infection prevention and control, a vital component of all care provision.
You will learn how to manage and prevent the spread of infections in a care setting, ensuring the safety of both service users and staff.
This includes understanding personal protective equipment (PPE), waste management, and maintaining a clean environment.

The duration of this combined course is typically flexible to suit different learning paces, often taking around 6 to 12 months to complete.
It is designed to be accessible, with many training providers offering both online learning and practical, hands-on assessment opportunities.

Industry relevance is extremely high, as this qualification meets the regulatory requirements for care workers in various settings.
It is ideal for roles in residential homes, nursing homes, domiciliary care, and healthcare assistants in clinical environments.
The integrated Professional Certificate in Infection Control is a valuable addition that addresses a critical skills gap identified in the healthcare industry.
This makes graduates highly employable and prepared to meet the stringent hygiene standards expected in modern care provision.

Why this course?

The Level 2 Diploma in Care with Professional Certificate in Infection Control is critically significant in today’s market, addressing a major skills gap within the UK's expanding health and social care sector. With an estimated 1.79 million jobs in adult social care alone and projected growth rates soaring, the demand for qualified, safety-conscious professionals has never been higher. This qualification uniquely equips learners with the foundational care skills and specialised infection prevention knowledge that employers desperately seek.

Care Sector	Projected Employment Growth (2021-2036)
Adult Social Care	29%
Residential Care Activities	22%
Social Work Activities Without Accommodation	36%

In a post-pandemic landscape, rigorous infection control protocols are a permanent and non-negotiable aspect of delivering safe care. This dual-focused credential ensures that professionals are not only competent in providing compassionate support but are also experts in minimizing infection risks, protecting both vulnerable service users and staff. For anyone seeking a resilient and rewarding career, this combination provides a powerful competitive edge, making graduates immediately valuable in a market prioritizing safety and quality.

Career path

Earning a Level 2 Diploma in Care with our Professional Certificate in Infection Control opens doors to vital roles within the UK health and social care sector. This qualification is highly valued by employers, as it demonstrates a proven competency in essential infection prevention practices. The demand for skilled professionals who can maintain high standards of hygiene and safety has never been greater, making this a strategic career move.

Graduates are equipped for roles such as Care Assistant, providing direct support while implementing crucial infection control measures in daily care. Others become Support Workers in residential settings, where managing the environment to prevent the spread of pathogens is a core responsibility. Specialised positions like Infection Control Champion within a team are also common, focusing on auditing practices and promoting compliance with UK health regulations.

The skills you gain are directly aligned with industry relevance, ensuring you can effectively contribute to patient and resident safety from day one. This focus on practical, in-demand health and social care competencies makes you a strong candidate in a competitive job market, ready to meet the challenges of modern care provision.

Course information

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

6 Months
9 Months

Course delivery

Online

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications are required for entry.
Ideal for those looking to start their educational or professional journey.
Minimum age of 16 years.

* International applicants and qualifications are accepted.

Course content

• Introduction to Infection Control in Care Settings
• Principles of Preventing and Controlling the Spread of Infection
• Health and Safety in the Care Environment
• Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management
• The Principles of Safe Handling of Medicines
• Duty of Care and Promoting Well-being
• Person-Centred Practice and Support Planning
• Communication and Information Handling in Care
• Understanding Risk Management and Safeguarding
• Professional Practice and Development in Care

Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission.

Fee structure

The fee for the programme is as follows:

6 Months — Accelerated mode @ GBP £1350
9 Months — Standard mode @ GBP £1050

Fee payment plans

The programme offers the following fee payment plans:

6 Months programme

● Payment option (a): GBP £450 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1282.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 Months programme

● Payment option (c): GBP £210 x 5 monthly instalments
● Payment option (d): GBP £525 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £997.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

Accreditation

Level 2 Diploma in Care is delivered by London School of International Business (LSIB) and awarded by an Ofqual-regulated Awarding Body. Professional Certificate in Infection Control is awarded by London School of International Business (LSIB).

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