Free Level 2 Adult Social Care Course in Liverpool

CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyHighfield Awarding Body awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Course in Liverpool. Classes run at 3D Training. There are no formal entry requirements, so you can start without any previous qualifications in the sector. Over around 2 months, you'll cover communication, personal development, diversity, safeguarding, and duty of care. These topics give you a solid grounding in what adult care roles involve day to day. The course runs daytime with flexible study to fit around your schedule.

Who this course is for

This qualification is suitable for anyone wanting to work in or has an interest in the social care sector. It allows you to gain insights into what an adult care role involves and covers a range of topics such as communication, personal development, diversity, safeguarding and duty of care.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the responsibilities and values that underpin adult social care work.
  • You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals and their families.
  • You'll learn about personal development and reflective practice in a care setting.
  • You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in adult social care.
  • You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable adults.
  • You'll learn about duty of care and how to handle dilemmas in practice.
  • You'll gain an understanding of health, safety, and wellbeing in care environments.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at 3D Training in Liverpool, with flexible daytime attendance over approximately 2 months. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that relate directly to the topics covered. There are no exams. Your work is assessed against the qualification standards set by Highfield.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. 3D Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in home or residential settings.
  • Support worker: helping individuals with physical, emotional, or social needs.
  • Healthcare assistant: assisting care teams in community or residential care.
  • Domiciliary care worker: delivering personal care in clients' own homes.
  • Residential care worker: supporting adults in care homes or supported living.
  • Day centre support worker: organising activities and providing care in day services.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Care: the main vocational qualification for those moving into employed care roles, covering practical and knowledge-based units.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: for those taking on senior or supervisory responsibilities in adult social care.
  • Level 2 Award in First Aid: a useful addition for any care role, often expected by employers.

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