Free Level 2 Information, Advice or Guidance Course in Ripon. Classes run at Ripon Community House Ripon on evenings, so you can fit study around your working week. This free information, advice or guidance course for adults runs part-time over 6 months. It builds the knowledge and skills to support others through information, advice, or guidance in a work setting. The course suits those already in a relevant role who want a formal qualification to sit alongside their experience.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners who are looking to expand their knowledge in this area as an addional qualification to support their role.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice,further eligibility may be linked to where you live and your individual income.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles and practices of information, advice or guidance work.
You'll learn how to interact with clients in a professional and supportive way.
You'll explore the boundaries and ethics of giving advice and guidance.
You'll develop skills in signposting and referring clients to appropriate services.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in an advice or guidance context.
You'll learn how to reflect on and improve your own practice.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered face-to-face at Ripon Community House Ripon on evenings. Assessment is through written assignments and portfolio evidence gathered from your work or study activities. You'll build a portfolio that demonstrates your knowledge and competence across the units covered on the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ripon Community House Ripon will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Advice worker, supporting clients in community or charity settings
Guidance adviser, helping people with employment or education choices
Careers adviser, working in schools, colleges, or employment services
Support worker, using guidance skills alongside care responsibilities
Welfare rights adviser, helping people access benefits and entitlements
Community outreach worker, connecting people with local services
What you could study next
Level 3 Award, Certificate or Diploma in Information, Advice or Guidance: the natural next step if you want to take on more complex casework or move into a senior advice role.
Level 3 Diploma in Careers Information and Advice: relevant if you want to specialise in careers guidance work.
Level 4 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development: required if you are aiming for a professionally recognised career guidance qualification.
