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Free Level 2 Adult Social Care Course in Newcastle

CostFREE
Duration10 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Adult Social Care Course in Newcastle. Classes run at E.Quality Training Newcastle Training Centre. This full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in adult social care settings. Over 10 months, you'll explore topics including the principles of care, safeguarding, communication, and health and safety. Maths and English support is built in for anyone who needs it.

Who this course is for

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care. This qualification provides an ideal taster for those who may be new to the sector or new to the world of work. It is accessible to learners of all ages who may want to understand more about working in health and social care.

Entry requirements

Anyone working towards a career in adult health and social care in a supervised job role.

Students who do not have their Maths & English at a grade 4 or above, including equivalent qualifications, (Functional Skills) will work to achieve these alongside this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles and values that underpin adult social care work.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
  • You'll explore safeguarding adults and how to recognise and report concerns.
  • You'll study health, safety, and wellbeing in care environments.
  • You'll learn about person-centred approaches and supporting individual needs.
  • You'll develop an understanding of roles and responsibilities within the social care sector.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at E.Quality Training Newcastle Training Centre, with full-time daytime sessions across 10 months. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete as you progress through the course. Maths and English are embedded into your learning where needed, and you'll work toward Functional Skills qualifications alongside the main course if you don't already hold GCSE grade 4 or an equivalent.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. E.Quality Training Newcastle Training Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in residential or home settings.
  • Support worker: helping people with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
  • Home care worker: providing personal care and companionship in people's homes.
  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in community or hospital settings.
  • Residential care worker: working in care homes with older or vulnerable adults.
  • Day centre support worker: supporting adults in structured daytime activity settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into a senior or lead care role, and a recognised qualification for supervisory positions.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Lead Adult Social Care Worker: suited to those taking on more responsibility within a team.
  • Level 2 or 3 Health and Social Care qualifications: broaden your knowledge across both health and social care settings.
  • Apprenticeship in Adult Care: combine work and study to earn while you build your career in the sector.
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