Certificate in Working with Individuals with Learning Difficulties - Level 2
Overview
The purpose of this qualification is to develop learner’s knowledge and understanding required to work with individuals with learning disabilities of difficulties. Principles of safeguarding are included, along with positive risk taking and awareness of the autistic spectrum.
The qualification is suitable for those working in or intending to work in healthcare and social care, but may be of interest to those working in education or housing support roles.
Start dates and fees
Start
Anytime.
Cost
The distance learning courses are completely free for anyone aged 19 or over (on the 31st August 2022), irrespective of their current employment status, but applicants must live in the UK in a non-devolved area. Applicants aged 19-23 must already have a full level 2 qualification to be eligible.
Please note, if you fail to reach the end of the course, you may be subject to a £125 admin fee.
What will I study?
This course is made up of a series of mandatory units:
- Introduction to personalisation in social care
- Introductory awareness of autistic spectrum conditions
- Principles of positive risk taking for individuals with disabilities
- Principles of supporting individuals with a learning disability to access healthcare
- Safeguarding and protection in care settings
- Understand the context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements, however learners should have a minimum of Level 1 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent.
All applicants must live in England and NOT live in one of the locations listed here.
How long is the course?
Total time to achieve this qualification is 170 hours. Guided Learning hours with a tutor make up 143 of this time, with a further 27 hours for leaners to complete aspects of their assessment portfolio in their own time.
How will I be assessed?
The qualification is assessed by internally set and marked assessments subject to external quality assurance.
All learning outcomes and assessment criteria must be met to achieve a Pass – there is no grading.
What can I progress onto?
- Level 2 Diploma in Care
- Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
- Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support
Careers
There isn't currently career information listed for this course.
How do I apply?
All you need to do is press the green Sign up button found under 'Next steps' and complete our simple online form.
Once submitted, our team will review your information to ensure you are eligible to study the course (we will get in touch should there be in any issues).
If you meet the eligibility requirements, you’ll be sent an email which contains a link to our online enrolment form for you to complete.
Your enrolment details will then be processed by our team and you will receive an email that will contain a link for you to access your course materials. Please allow 3-5 working days for your enrolment details to be processed.