Free Level 2 Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study while working or volunteering in the care sector, building knowledge around adult social care alongside your day-to-day role. The course typically takes 6 months. It covers the key knowledge areas you need to understand before progressing to more specialist care qualifications. A Level 1 qualification in English and Maths is preferred, and you'll need to be based in the WMCA region for a funded place.
Who this course is for
The objective of this qualification is to prepare learners to progress to a qualification in the same subject area but at a higher level or requiring more specific knowledge, skills and understanding. It is aimed at those working or preparing to work in adult social care and aims to introduce knowledge
only around areas relating to adult social care.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements however you need to be working or volunteering in the care sector and be based in WMCA region for a funded opportunity.
It is also preferred that learners hold at least a L1 qualification in English and Maths.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles and values that underpin adult social care.
You'll learn about the roles and responsibilities of those working in care settings.
You'll explore how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll understand safeguarding and how to protect adults from harm or abuse.
You'll learn about health, safety, and wellbeing in a care environment.
You'll understand the importance of person-centred approaches in adult social care.
How you will learn
This is a knowledge-based qualification delivered through work-based learning. You'll build understanding in your own workplace, applying what you learn to your day-to-day role. Assessment is knowledge-based and does not require observed practice. Your assessor will work with you to confirm your understanding of the subject areas covered by the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Pilot IMS will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in care or home settings.
Home care worker: providing personal care and support in people's homes.
Support worker: helping adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
Residential care worker: working in a care home with older or vulnerable adults.
Day centre support worker: assisting adults in community day services.
What you could study next
This preparing to work in adult social care qualification is designed as a stepping stone to further study in the same subject area.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: the main qualification for care assistants and support workers in regulated settings.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: for those moving into senior or lead practitioner roles.
Level 2 Award in Safeguarding Adults: deepens knowledge of a key area covered in this Certificate.
