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Free Level 2 Information, Advice and Guidance Course Online – Boston College Skirbeck Road

CostFREE
Duration114 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Information, Advice or Guidance Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and other commitments. The course covers 114 hours of study across five units, including IAG practice, interaction skills, signposting and referrals, and working with groups. You need to be aged 19 or over and hold at least a Level 1 qualification in English or Literacy. The centre can assess your English level before you enrol. This free information, advice or guidance course for adults suits those working in, or moving into, roles where they support others with information and guidance.

Who this course is for

This Level 2 Information, Advice and Guidance Certificate is beneficial for anyone with an interest in improving their knowledge of the role of information, advice and guidance to a more in-depth level. It supports employment roles where you may give initial information, advice or guidance to others. The skills learnt can then be applied in your own context. It will aid you in understanding, and being able to apply key themes such as: IAG practice, Interaction skills, Signposting and referrals, Management of information, IAG with groups, This qualification can be used to update and continue your professional development (CPD) and to develop knowledge/skills relevant to the occupational specialisation. It is suitable for anyone who works or is hoping to gain employment in this field. It can also lead to further qualifications in this area.

Entry requirements

You will need to be aged be 19+ as at 31st August prior to the start of the current academic year. You will also need to have at least a Level 1 qualification in English/Literacy or equivalent. To assist in completion of this qualification, it may help to be working in, or have access to, the chosen sector. If you already have a higher-level qualification in this specialism, it may impact on your eligibility.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles and practice of information, advice and guidance work.
  • You'll develop the interaction skills needed to support people effectively in IAG settings.
  • You'll learn how to signpost and refer people to the right services.
  • You'll explore the context in which information, advice and guidance is delivered.
  • You'll build the practical skills required to provide advice to individuals and groups.

How you will learn

This is a distance learning course, so you study online in your own time. You work through five units covering IAG practice, interaction skills, signposting, context, and skills for advice providers. Assessment is based on the work you complete for each unit. Contact the centre before you enrol to confirm your English level and discuss how the course will be structured for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Boston College Skirbeck Road will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Advice worker, supporting clients in community or charity settings.
  • Information officer, helping people access services and resources.
  • Guidance worker, supporting individuals with education or employment choices.
  • Careers adviser, providing initial guidance in schools, colleges, or job centres.
  • Welfare rights adviser, helping people understand their entitlements.
  • Customer support adviser, handling enquiries in public sector or voluntary organisations.

What you could study next

A Level 3 qualification in Information, Advice or Guidance is the natural next step, building on the knowledge from this level 2 information, advice or guidance qualification. You could also look at Level 3 qualifications in Counselling, Careers Guidance, or Advice and Guidance, depending on the direction you want to take. Some roles in careers guidance require a Level 6 qualification, so a Level 3 is a stepping stone toward that.

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