Free Level 2 Understanding Technology Enabled Care Course in Northallerton. Classes run at Triage Northallerton, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. Technology Enabled Care (TEC) is growing fast in health and social care, with over 1.7 million people relying on it to stay independent at home. This understanding technology enabled care qualification covers how technology supports individuals, improves quality of life, and shapes modern care delivery. The course runs 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 what Technology Enabled Care (TEC) is and how it's used in health and social care settings.
You'll understand how TEC supports vulnerable people to live independently at home.
You'll examine the positive impact technology can have on an individual's quality of life.
You'll learn about the different types of TEC devices and systems used in care.
You'll consider the ethical and safeguarding aspects of using technology in care.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of those working with TEC in a care context.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Triage Northallerton. You'll be assessed through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that test your understanding of Technology Enabled Care. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than through a single exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Triage Northallerton will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting people at home using TEC equipment
Telecare support worker: monitoring and responding to TEC alerts
Support worker: helping individuals maintain independence with technology
Domiciliary care worker: delivering care in people's own homes
Health and social care administrator: coordinating TEC-supported care packages
Reablement support worker: helping people regain independence after illness
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Technology Enabled Care (NCFE) - deepen your knowledge and move into senior or supervisory care roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Care - a broader qualification covering health and social care practice, useful if you want to work directly in a care setting.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care - the next step toward a senior care worker or team leader role.
