Free Level 2 Principles of Working with and Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities Course. Study online. You study at your own pace, so the course fits around work and other commitments. It covers the principles behind supporting people with learning disabilities, including communication, person-centred approaches, and the rights of individuals. The course typically takes 20 weeks. You need to be aged 19 or over and have Level 1 in literacy and numeracy, or equivalent, to enrol.
Who this course is for
This course is aimed at adults over 19-years-old who wish to progress on to further qualifications or enhance their employment prospects within the childcare and education sector. This online programme is ideal if you need a flexible training solution that fits with your work schedule and lifestyle.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements but you must be aged 19 or over and have Level 1 in literacy and numeracy, or equivalent, to study this course.
What you will learn
You'll understand what learning disabilities are and how they affect individuals differently.
You'll learn about person-centred approaches to supporting people with learning disabilities.
You'll explore the rights and responsibilities of individuals with learning disabilities.
You'll understand how to communicate effectively with people with learning disabilities.
You'll learn about legislation and safeguarding relevant to this area of work.
You'll understand the role of a support worker and professional boundaries.
You'll explore health, wellbeing, and positive behaviour support.
How you will learn
This is an online course, so all study takes place remotely. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete and submit online. You work through the material at your own pace within the 20-week programme. University of Derby will confirm assessment submission details before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University of Derby will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: assisting adults with learning disabilities day to day.
Learning disability support assistant: working in residential or community settings.
Care assistant: supporting individuals with complex needs in care homes or at home.
Community support worker: helping people live independently in the community.
Day service worker: supporting adults in structured day activity programmes.
Education support assistant: working alongside learners with learning disabilities in colleges.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step for support workers moving into senior or supervisory roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role within the sector.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism: broadens your knowledge of related conditions and strengthens your employability in support roles.
