Free Level 2 Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities Course in Skipton. Classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks, making it manageable alongside work or other commitments. It's aimed at people who support individuals with learning disabilities as part of their job role. You'll build practical knowledge of how to provide effective, person-centred support.
Who this course is for
This courseis aimed at learners who support individuals with learning disabilities as part of their job 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.
What you will learn
You'll explore the nature of learning disabilities and how they affect individuals differently.
You'll learn how to provide person-centred support that respects individual needs and choices.
You'll understand the rights of individuals with learning disabilities and how to uphold them.
You'll develop knowledge of communication approaches that work for people with learning disabilities.
You'll learn how to support individuals to be included in their communities.
You'll understand the importance of positive risk-taking and how to apply it in practice.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom through tutor-led sessions and group discussion. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed during the course. There are no exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and support you to complete your assessment work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker, helping adults with learning disabilities in community or residential settings.
Day centre support assistant, supporting structured activities and daily routines.
Residential care worker, providing personal and emotional support in care homes.
Community support worker, helping individuals live independently at home.
Learning disability outreach worker, supporting people in their local community.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for support workers moving into senior roles or taking on more responsibility.
Level 3 Award in Understanding Autism: broadens your knowledge if you support individuals with co-occurring conditions.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a wider qualification covering the full range of adult care skills, useful if you want to work across different care settings.
