Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Level 2
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* Fee remission may be available for this course, visit Fees and Funding for further information
Build the knowledge and understanding needed to start or progress in a rewarding career within adult social care.
This qualification is designed to help you develop a strong understanding of the core principles required for a range of job roles within the adult health and social care sector.
You will explore key topics such as equality and diversity, safeguarding, duty of care, health and safety, person-centred approaches and handling information. The course provides a solid foundation of knowledge to support progression into employment or further study within adult social care.
Studying online gives you the flexibility to learn at a time and pace that suits your work or home commitments, while still receiving structured support from experienced tutors.
What you’ll cover:
- Introduction to duty of care in health and social care
- Principles of communication
- Principles of diversity, equality and inclusion
- Principles of personal development
- Principles of safeguarding and protection
- Understanding health and safety
- Understanding how to handle information
- Understanding person-centred approaches
- Understanding the role of the social care worker
For each unit, you will complete a set of knowledge-based questions as part of the formal assessment. Your tutor will provide feedback after each unit. All assessments must be completed and passed to successfully achieve the qualification.
Entry Requirements
Level 1 or equivalent English language and Maths qualification required.
Information
All learning materials are provided online. You will need access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection.
Studying a Craven College distance learning course is a great way to gain a FREE* accredited qualification in your spare time.
After completing an induction, you will be provided with all the learning materials you need and will receive ongoing support and guidance from experienced professional tutors. This flexible learning option is ideal if you have a busy work or home life and want to study where and when it suits you.
Further Study
On completion of this course, you may progress to:
- Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate
- Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
- Employment opportunities in a range of adult care settings
This course provides a strong foundation for further study and progression within the adult social care sector.
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
