Cambridge OCR
Level 2
QN: 600/4217/5
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Cambridge OCR. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 660 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Cambridge OCR
Syllabus Units
14 Units
Guided Hours
660 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Communication in Health and Social Care
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify different forms of verbal and non-verbal communication used in health and social care
- Explain how barriers to communication can arise in health and social care settings
- Demonstrate effective communication techniques when interacting with service users
- Evaluate the impact of communication barriers on service user outcomes
- Apply strategies to overcome communication barriers in a care context
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
The Impact of Diet on Health
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the nutritional requirements of individuals at key life stages, including infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and older adulthood
- Analyse the effects of unbalanced diets on health, linking specific nutrient deficiencies or excesses to conditions such as obesity, malnutrition, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease
- Assess the specific dietary needs of service users with common conditions like dysphagia, coeliac disease, and type 2 diabetes, and propose appropriate menu adaptations
- Evaluate the principles of food safety and hygiene, including safe storage, preparation, and handling, to prevent foodborne illness in health and social care settings
3
Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Health and Social Care Services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the main types of health and social care services and their functions.
- Analyse common barriers that prevent individuals from accessing health and social care services.
- Explain the principles of effective partnership working in health and social care.
- Evaluate the benefits and challenges of multi-agency collaboration for service users.
- Describe the qualifications, skills, and responsibilities required for a specific job role in health and social care.
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Human Lifespan Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the key physical, intellectual, emotional, and social developmental milestones for each life stage.
- Analyse how genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors positively or negatively influence an individual's development.
- Evaluate the impact of life events (e.g., bereavement, divorce, retirement) on an individual's well-being across the lifespan.
- Explain how factors such as gender, culture, and family dynamics influence an individual's self-concept.
- Assess the care needs of individuals at different life stages, taking into account their development and typical capacities.
- Describe the potential effects of ageing on physical and cognitive functioning and the associated care requirements.
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Vocational Experience in a Health or Social Care Setting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key steps in applying for a work experience placement in health and social care.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills during workplace interactions with service users and colleagues.
- Apply principles of confidentiality and safeguarding in a practice setting.
- Complete a reflective log evaluating personal performance, identifying strengths and areas for development.
- Discuss the importance of professional boundaries when building relationships with service users.
- Outline the expectations of professional behaviour in a health and social care workplace.
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Individual Needs in Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social needs of individuals at different life stages.
- Explain how lifestyle, environment, and socioeconomic status influence health and wellbeing.
- Apply Maslow's hierarchy of needs to assess the priority needs of a specific individual case study.
- Describe the principles of person-centred planning in health and social care.
- Develop a basic care plan that addresses the holistic needs of an individual, promoting independence and dignity.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a care plan in meeting the health and wellbeing needs of an individual.
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Cultural Diversity in Health and Social Care
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Define cultural diversity and explain its significance in health and social care settings.
- Describe the beliefs and practices of at least three different religious or secular groups relevant to care provision.
- Analyse how social, economic, and environmental factors influence equality of opportunity for individuals in society.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of legislation, codes of practice, and charters in promoting diversity in health and social care.
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Emergency care in health and social care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify legal and professional limitations for care workers in emergencies
- Demonstrate the correct sequence of actions in an emergency
- Explain the purpose and components of the primary survey (DRABC)
- Assess emergency situations to determine appropriate first aid interventions
- Evaluate the importance of accurate incident reporting and documentation
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Working in a person-centred way
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the principles of person-centred care
- Demonstrate how to apply person-centred values in a care setting
- Describe the purpose and process of personal budgets
- Evaluate the benefits and challenges of personal budgets for individuals
- Analyse how person-centred approaches can improve care outcomes
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Principles of working in health, social care and childcare
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify principles of maintaining health, safety and security in care environments
- Describe basic emergency procedures in health, social care and childcare settings
- Explain principles of equality and diversity and how they apply in care settings
- Describe individual rights and key features of a person-centred approach
- Identify key facts about safeguarding vulnerable individuals
- Recall key information about anatomy and physiology relevant to care
- Identify key principles for communicating effectively with service users and colleagues
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Health and safety in practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand hazards that may lead to risk in health, social care and childcare environments, Understand how to reduce risks in health, social care and childcare environments, Be able to carry out a risk assessment, Know how to respond appropriately to emergencies
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Safeguarding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to identify different signs of abuse and neglect, Understand how to respond to disclosures or suspicion of abuse or neglect, Understand how to minimise the risk of abuse and neglect, Know the responsibilities of health, social care and childcare organisations in relation to safeguarding
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Social policy awareness in health and social care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the role of political ideologies in shaping social policy development.
- Analyse the impact of key legislation, such as the Care Act 2014, on health and social care delivery.
- Assess the effectiveness of government initiatives in tackling health inequalities among vulnerable groups.
- Explain how social policy influences the commissioning and funding of care services.
- Apply knowledge of policy development to propose improvements for a specific care setting.
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Individual Rights in Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify factors contributing to a diverse and equal society
- Explain the principles and values underpinning care
- Describe how legislation protects individual rights
- Apply person-centred approaches to case studies
- Evaluate the impact of upholding or failing to uphold rights
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Safeguarding awareness
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key safeguarding responsibilities of health and social care organisations under current legislation and guidance.
- Describe the different forms of abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual, financial, neglect, and discriminatory abuse, with examples.
- Explain the correct step-by-step procedure for responding when an individual discloses abuse, including maintaining confidentiality and reporting.
- Outline the range of support services available to individuals who have experienced abuse and how to facilitate access to them.
- Analyse the importance of multi-agency working in safeguarding to ensure holistic protection.
- Evaluate the role of the care worker in promoting a safe environment and preventing abuse through person-centred practice.
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Creative and Therapeutic Activities in Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify a range of creative and therapeutic activities used in health and social care.
- Explain the physical, psychological, and social benefits of creative and therapeutic activities for different service user groups.
- Describe key legislation and regulations governing the implementation of creative and therapeutic activities.
- Analyse the role of multi-disciplinary professionals in supporting individuals during creative and therapeutic activities.
- Plan a creative or therapeutic activity that is responsive to an individual’s needs, preferences, and care plan.
- Implement a creative or therapeutic activity safely, adapting approaches as required.
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Ensuring Safe Environments in Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- List common physical, biological, chemical, and psychosocial hazards in care environments
- Explain the main duties of employers and employees under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Describe the five steps of a risk assessment process
- Apply risk assessment principles to a given health or social care scenario
- Evaluate the suitability of different control measures for specific hazards
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the levels of structural organisation within the human body
- Describe the structure and function of the cardiovascular, respiratory, and digestive systems
- Explain the interrelationships between major body systems in maintaining homeostasis
- Perform routine measurements such as blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate accurately
- Analyse the effects of common malfunctions, such as asthma or diabetes, on body systems
- Outline routine care interventions for individuals with chronic conditions affecting body systems
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/4217/5
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Cambridge OCR
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2012