Free Level 2 Adult Social Care Course in Stoke-on-Trent – Nacro Stoke Education Centre

Who this course is for

Course overview

If you would like to care for people, then a job in health or social care can be very rewarding. At Nacro Education, the Level 2 Health & Social Care course will focus on working in adult social care.

What will I learn?

You will gain the knowledge, understanding and skills required for employment and career/ progression within the adult social care sector. This will include topics such as safeguarding, the role of a social worker and the duty of care in adult social care.

Modules

You will study some of the following modules:

• Principles of communication in adult social care settings
• Principles of personal development in adult social care settings
• Principles of equality, diversion and inclusion in adult social care settings
• Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care
• Introduction to duty of care in health, social care or children's and young people's settings
• Understand the role of the social care worker
• Understand person centred approaches in adult social care settings

Assessment

You will be required to complete a range of written assignments. You will also be required to demonstrate some skills whilst being observed by your tutor.

Work experience

You will do at least two weeks of work experience to support your studies, gain experience and potentially develop contacts with future employers. Our team will help you secure a work placement and will provide you with everything required for you to attend your placement.

Enrichment opportunities

There are a variety of enrichment opportunities on offer throughout the year, including trips and external visits.

Career and progression

This course can lead onto further study at Level 3, an apprenticeship or employment in adult care.