New apprenticeships Healthcare Support Worker

Mandatory requirements

In order to meet the apprenticeship standard apprentices will be required to hold or achieve a:

• Minimum of Level 1 English and attempt Level 2 English
• Minimum of Level 2 Maths and attempt Level 2 Maths
• Complete the 15 standards required by the Care Quality Commission
• Any qualification that covers the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the standard.

Although it isn’t mandatory, Pearson recommends apprentices complete the Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Care.