Pre Access to Care

L2 Level 2
Full Time
7 September 2027 — 24 June 2028
Barry Waterfront Campus
This course is available at other locations or at different start dates/levels.

About this course

This course is designed for learners who are interested in studying an access course in care, but need to achieve suitable GCSE grades in order to progress. The course will support that journey while allowing learners to achieve the theory qualification to work in care.

What you will study

Learners will complete GCSE qualifications in Maths and English language along with the core qualification in Health and Care.

Entry requirements

You’ll need: Grade D or above in GCSE English or Welsh Language, or a Pass in Essential Skills Level 1 Communication Learners need to be outside of Post Compulsory Education for 3 years prior to studying. An IELTS Score of 5 overall is needed if English is not your first language

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

7 September 2027

End date

24 June 2028

Time of day

Day Time

Full Time

18 hours per week

Location

Barry Waterfront Campus
Maps & directions

Course code

ACCR2F16
L2

Qualification

Pre Access to Care

Career prospects & further study

Learners completing this course can move to an access to HE qualification in any of the care subjects.

Locations

Barry Waterfront Campus
Barry Waterfront Campus

Barry Waterfront Campus
Ffordd Y Mileniwm
Barry
CF62 5AT