Free Level 2 Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield. Classes run at Inspire Learning. This full-time, daytime preparing to work in adult social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills you need to start a career in care. You'll also study maths and English, and take part in work experience to build job-seeking skills. The course runs over one year and includes activities to help you move into a traineeship, internship, or apprenticeship. Entry requires a Level 1 in Health and Social Care.
Who this course is for
This is a Level 2 City and Guilds Certificate in Preparing to Work in Aduld Social Care for 16-19 year olds (or up to 24 with learning difficulty) which is delivered at Eastbourne Centre, Sutton-in-Ashfield. Our students will also study maths and English. The study programme provides activities to improve young peoples' job seeking skills, and provides work experience that prepares learners to move on to a traineeship, internship or apprenticeship. Our students will also study maths and English. The student will also be able to apply for a bursary and to claim student travel.
Entry requirements
Level 1 In Health and Social Care
What you will learn
You'll understand the values and principles that underpin adult social care.
You'll learn how to support individuals with their personal care and daily living needs.
You'll explore safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable adults from harm.
You'll study health and safety responsibilities in a care setting.
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals and their families.
You'll practise job-seeking skills, including CV writing and interview preparation.
You'll gain work experience in a real care environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Inspire Learning, combining taught lessons with practical activities. Assessment is through coursework and assignments linked to each unit. You'll also complete a work experience placement as part of the programme. Maths and English are studied alongside the main qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Inspire Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in home or residential care.
Support worker: help individuals with physical or learning disabilities.
Healthcare assistant: assist nursing staff in care homes or community settings.
Home care worker: provide personal care and companionship in clients' homes.
Residential care worker: support adults in supported living or care homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those wanting to take on more responsibility or move into a senior care role.
Apprenticeship in Adult Care (Level 2 or 3): earn while you learn in a paid care role.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you're interested in training or supporting others in a care setting.
