Free Level 2 Adult Social Care Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. You'll cover safeguarding, health and safety, person-centred approaches, duty of care, communication, diversity and equality, and the role of the social care worker. An assessor guides you throughout. The course takes 120 hours in total. No specific entry requirements apply, though a GCSE grade 4 or above in English and Maths, or equivalent, is recommended. Earn a free adult social care qualification recognised across the sector.
Who this course is for
Looking to begin your career in adult social care? Start your journey with confidence with this FREE Level 2 online course, covering the core principles required in roles across the sector, including safeguarding, health and safety, and person-centred approaches. This course will provide a strong foundation in understanding the responsibilities, skills, and knowledge needed to excel in a rewarding career in adult social care.
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements, but a minimum of a GCSE grade 4-9 in English and Maths (or equivalent) is recommended.
What you will learn
You'll understand duty of care and what it means in practice in social care settings.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll explore diversity, equality, and inclusion and how they shape good care.
You'll understand safeguarding and how to protect adults from harm or abuse.
You'll learn how to apply person-centred approaches when supporting individuals.
You'll understand health and safety responsibilities in social care environments.
You'll know how to handle personal and sensitive information correctly.
You'll understand the responsibilities and boundaries of the social care worker role.
How you will learn
You study entirely online, working through units at your own pace. An assessor supports you throughout and provides guidance as you progress. Assessment is based on written tasks and knowledge checks completed online. You do not need to attend a classroom or sit a formal exam at a centre.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Notts College Derby Road Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. If you're not confident using tools like email or Microsoft Teams, the provider offers free digital and IT support to help you get started.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
Home care worker: providing personal care and support in people's homes.
Support worker: helping adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
Healthcare assistant: entry-level clinical support in NHS or private settings.
Residential care worker: supporting adults in residential or supported living settings.
Domiciliary care worker: delivering care visits in the community.
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 requirement for many supervisory positions.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader NVQ-style qualification for those already working in care who want to formalise their skills.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a training or mentoring role within the sector.
