Level 2 Certificate Understanding Cancer Support
Subject Area
Health & Social Care
Student Type
Adults
Study Mode
Distance Learning
What is the course about?
This qualification is designed for students who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of supporting adults living with cancer. It could be used as a continuing professional development qualification for students already working within the healthcare and social care sectors, or for individuals providing informal care. The award covers awareness of cancer, diagnosis and treatments for cancer, care and support options, and end of life and bereavement care.
Why should I choose the course?
One in two people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. For many people, diagnosis can be a daunting and overwhelming time. It's important that people can access the right levels of care and services when they need it most. As cancer treatments improve and more people survive cancer, it's vital to understand the impact of living with cancer long-term and the best way to provide support. If you work within the healthcare or social care sector, or care for someone living with cancer, this course could be ideal for you.
What will I learn?
You will cover a range of modules relating to cancer support, including:
- Cancer awareness
- Introduction to the diagnosis and treatment of cancer
- Introduction to cancer care and support.
- Introduction to end of life and bereavement care.
What will the course lead on to?
If you are already employed within this sector or hope to be in the future, this course will boost your skills and make a valuable addition to your CV. If you wish to study further, you can view related qualifications on our website. For more information, contact our Learner Services Team on 01925 494400 or learner.services@wvr.ac.uk.
Are there any links with industry and university?
We have a team of staff dedicated to providing learning support if required, as well as a Welfare Team that is on hand to offer guidance, support and help when needed. Additionally, eligible students can access a wide range of finance and funding support to help them during their time at college.
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Why should I choose to study the course at Warrington & Vale Royal College?
Warrington & Vale Royal College has been rated as a good college in the latest Ofsted inspection. It has an excellent reputation for vocational courses and responds to specific business needs when requested. The tutors at Warrington & Vale Royal College are highly experienced in their fields and have a great deal of industry knowledge to impart. Our distance learning courses are delivered entirely online, allowing you to benefit from expert teaching in the comfort of your own home.
What are the entry requirements?
There are no specific entry requirements, but you should have access to and be able to use online learning platforms and be able to cope with level 2 literacy.
Are there any additional costs associated with the course?
There are no specific extra costs apart from access to IT and the internet, as well as any books/stationery you wish to purchase yourself.
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