Free Level 2 Understanding Technology Enabled Care Course in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Triage Sunderland on a part-time daytime basis, making it manageable alongside caring responsibilities or other commitments. Technology Enabled Care (TEC) supports over 1.7 million people to live independently at home, and this course explores the positive impact that technology has on individuals in health and social care settings. The understanding technology enabled care classes run over 13 days.
Who this course is for
In this fast-moving world technology plays a huge part in daily life and the care sector is no different. Technology Enabled Care (TEC) is playing an increasing role in health and social care with over 1.7 million vulnerable people relying on TEC to support independence in their own homes. This qualification gives learners an understanding of the positive impact technology can have on individuals and the improvements it can make to quality of life.
What you will learn
You'll explore how technology supports independence for people in their own homes.
You'll understand the role TEC plays across health and social care services.
You'll learn about the types of technology used to monitor and assist vulnerable people.
You'll examine the benefits TEC can bring to quality of life.
You'll consider the ethical and practical factors involved in using technology in care settings.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions over 13 days. Learning is assessed through written assignments and knowledge-based activities that you complete during and between sessions. Your tutor will guide you through the course content and support you with your assessments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Triage Sunderland will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting people at home using assistive technology
Telecare support worker: monitoring and responding to TEC alerts
Support worker: helping vulnerable adults maintain independence
Domiciliary care worker: delivering care in people's own homes
Healthcare assistant: supporting patients in community or clinical settings
Social care coordinator: organising care packages that include TEC solutions
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into senior care roles or supervisory positions.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering day-to-day care practice alongside TEC knowledge.
Level 3 Award in Technology Enabled Care: where available, this deepens specialist knowledge for those working directly with TEC systems.
