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Free Level 2 Care Certificate Course Online

CostFREE
Duration6 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate Course. Study online with London Cactus College. You can work through the course at your own pace, which makes it easier to fit around work, volunteering, or other commitments. The course covers 15 or more topics including safeguarding, infection control, dementia, mental health, and communication. You'll also need to complete at least 40 hours of paid work, voluntary work, or placement in an adult social care setting. The course typically takes up to 6 months. This is an NCFE adult social care certificate qualification at Level 2.

Who this course is for

This certificate is ideal for:

Individuals aged 19+ working or volunteering in adult social care who want to gain a recognised Level 2 qualification

Those aiming to progress into roles such as care worker, care support worker, personal assistant, senior support worker, or lead adult care worker.

Entry requirements

Minimum age: 19 years old.

Work placement requirement: Learners must complete at least 40 hours of paid employment, voluntary work, or practical placement in an adult social care setting to demonstrate competence.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect adults in care settings.
  • You'll learn how to apply infection prevention and control measures.
  • You'll develop knowledge of dementia and how it affects the people you support.
  • You'll understand mental health conditions and how to respond appropriately.
  • You'll practise effective communication with people who use care services and their families.
  • You'll learn about person-centred approaches to care and support.
  • You'll understand your responsibilities around health and safety in care environments.

How you will learn

You study online and complete the course at your own pace. Assessment is through a combination of knowledge-based tasks and evidence of practical competence gathered during your 40 hours of work, volunteering, or placement. You'll build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your skills in a real adult social care setting. London Cactus College will confirm the specific assessment requirements before you start.

What you will need to bring

You'll need access to a device and the internet to study online. You'll also need to arrange or be in at least 40 hours of paid employment, voluntary work, or placement in an adult social care setting. London Cactus College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in home or residential care
  • Care support worker: working alongside care teams in community or residential settings
  • Personal assistant: providing one-to-one support to adults with care needs
  • Senior support worker: taking on more responsibility within a care team
  • Lead adult care worker: coordinating care delivery and supporting junior staff
  • Home care worker: delivering care and support in people's own homes

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for care workers moving into senior or supervisory roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to train or mentor others in a care setting.
  • Level 2 Award in First Aid: a practical addition that many care employers expect or require.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care: for those specialising in palliative or end of life support.
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