Free Level 2 Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities Course in Barrow-in-Furness

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities Course in Barrow-in-Furness. Classes run full-time during the day at Furness College Channelside Campus. This working with individuals with learning disabilities qualification takes one year to complete. You'll study how to support people with learning disabilities, understand their rights, and develop the practical skills needed in a support role. The course covers communication, person-centred approaches, and safeguarding. It suits anyone looking to start a career in care or support work.

Who this course is for

Furness College is highly successful, thriving and dynamic multi-site College. We are extremely passionate about raising the aspirations, knowledge and skills of individuals, communities and employers in Barrow-in-Furness and the wider peninsula. In 2016 the College became a member of the Chartered Institute for Further Education, the body for high performing Further Education Colleges and training providers. In 2017, we were recognised as the best Further Education provider in Cumbria at the Golden Apple Awards. In 2019, Ofsted rated us a s a Good College and later that year we were reaccredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology, which is recognised around the world as an indicator of quality. In the summer of 2023, we were reaccredited as being a Teaching Excellence Framework Silver rated provider, for the quality of teaching on higher education programmes.

The two main campus sites, Channelside and The Sixth Form, are state of the art facilities and provide our students with the best foundation upon which to build their future. Our campuses include virtual learning spaces, demonstration areas and workshops with all the latest equipment and technologies.

We offer a very wide range of academic and technical courses for students of all ages and abilities including: A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses and university level courses, apprenticeships and adult part-time courses. We also pride ourselves on the wellbeing support we offer to students to help them be the best they can be and go further in life.

For more information and to apply for a course today please visit our website: https://www.furness.ac.uk/

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the nature of learning disabilities and how they affect daily life.
  • You'll learn how to apply person-centred approaches when supporting individuals.
  • You'll develop skills in communicating effectively with people with learning disabilities.
  • You'll explore the rights and responsibilities of individuals with learning disabilities.
  • You'll learn how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
  • You'll understand legislation and policies that protect people with learning disabilities.
  • You'll learn how to support individuals to live as independently as possible.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Furness College Channelside Campus. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks. You'll build a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates your understanding across the units. There are no exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and give feedback on your work throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Furness College Channelside Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker. Assist adults with learning disabilities day to day.
  • Care assistant. Provide personal and practical support in care settings.
  • Community support worker. Help individuals access local services and activities.
  • Residential support worker. Support people living in care homes or supported housing.
  • Day centre support worker. Facilitate activities and learning in day service settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult 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 teaching or training others in care settings.
  • Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Broadens your knowledge across the wider care sector and strengthens your CV for a range of support roles.

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