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Free Level 2 Adult Social Care Course in Stafford

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 Stafford. Classes run at E.Quality Training Stafford Training Centre. This full-time daytime adult social care course covers the knowledge and skills you need to start working in adult social care settings. The course runs over 10 months. If you don't yet have maths or English at grade 4 or above (or equivalent), you'll work toward those alongside your main studies. The level 2 adult social care qualification is awarded by NCFE CACHE, a name employers in health and social care recognise.

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 values and principles that underpin adult social care work.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
  • You'll explore the importance of person-centred approaches in care settings.
  • You'll understand safeguarding and how to protect adults at risk.
  • You'll learn about health, safety, and wellbeing in care environments.
  • You'll develop awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion in social care.
  • You'll understand your own role and responsibilities within a care team.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the Stafford centre. Assessment is through assignments and written tasks that test your understanding of adult social care topics. There are no formal exams. Your progress is reviewed throughout the course, and your tutor will give you feedback on your work as you go.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. E.Quality Training Stafford 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 care
  • Home care worker: providing personal care to adults in their own homes
  • Support worker: helping adults with physical or learning disabilities
  • 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 community day service settings

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into senior or lead care roles, and a route toward registered manager status.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering practical care skills, suited to those moving into employed care roles.
  • Apprenticeship in Adult Care (Level 2 or 3): combines on-the-job training with a qualification, ideal once you're working in a care setting.
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