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Free Level 2 Technology Enabled Care Course in Redcar

CostFREE
Duration13 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Understanding Technology Enabled Care Course in Redcar. Classes run at Triage Redcar on a part-time daytime basis, making it manageable alongside other commitments. Technology Enabled Care (TEC) is used by over 1.7 million people to support independent living at home, and this understanding technology enabled care qualification covers how technology improves quality of life and supports people in health and social care settings. 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 is and how it is used in health and social care.
  • You'll understand how TEC supports people to live independently in their own homes.
  • You'll examine the positive impact technology can have on individuals' quality of life.
  • You'll learn about the range of TEC devices and solutions available to vulnerable people.
  • You'll consider the ethical and safeguarding responsibilities involved in using TEC.
  • You'll understand how TEC fits within wider health and social care services.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Triage Redcar. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that demonstrate your understanding of Technology Enabled Care. You'll complete work that is marked against the requirements of the NCFE qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Triage Redcar will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting people at home using TEC equipment
  • Support worker: helping vulnerable adults maintain independence
  • Telecare operator: monitoring and responding to TEC alerts
  • Home care worker: delivering personal care alongside assistive technology
  • Reablement support worker: helping people regain daily living skills
  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical teams in community settings

What you could study next

After completing the understanding technology enabled care classes, you could move on to a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, which is the main qualification for progressing in a care career. A Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment is useful if you want to support others in the workplace. You might also look at specialist qualifications in dementia care or mental health support.

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