Free Level 2 Adult Social Care Course in Kettering. Classes run at Kettering Learning Centre, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. Over six months, you'll cover the knowledge and values that underpin adult social care work, including safeguarding, person-centred approaches, communication, and health and safety. This adult social care qualification is a solid starting point for anyone moving into care roles. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of person-centred care and why they matter in practice.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
You'll explore effective communication with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll cover health and safety responsibilities in a care setting.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in adult social care.
You'll understand your role and responsibilities as a care worker.
You'll explore the importance of personal development and reflective practice.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Kettering Learning Centre, with tutor-led sessions across the six-month course. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete as you progress through the units. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will give feedback on your work throughout.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kettering Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
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 own homes.
Support worker: helping adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
Residential care worker: working in a residential or nursing home setting.
Day centre support worker: supporting adults in community day services.
Domiciliary care worker: delivering care visits in the community.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the main qualification for senior and supervisory care roles, and a requirement for many team leader positions.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a more in-depth Level 2 qualification if you want to build on this Certificate before stepping up to Level 3.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a training or mentoring role within a care organisation.
