Free Level 2 Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. The course covers legislation, the healthcare system, and the signs and symptoms of conditions that affect people with learning disabilities. It takes around 35 weeks to complete. To enrol, you must be aged 19 or over as of 31 August 2025, be a resident of England, and have lived in the EU for the last three years. You cannot be studying on another course at the same time. You'll finish with an NCFE Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities.
Who this course is for
Around 1.5 million people in the UK have a learning disability, and can often find it more difficult than others to describe their symptoms. So a good knowledge of legislation and the healthcare system, as well as an understanding of signs and symptoms of various conditions, is essential for anyone working with individuals with learning disabilities. This course will tick the boxes for you.
Entry requirements
To enrol for Telford College Distance Learning you must be aged 19+ as of the 31/08/25, be a resident of England and have lived in the EU for the last three years. You cannot be currently studying on any other course with us or another provider. For more info, please contact [email protected]
What you will learn
You'll explore the key legislation that protects the rights of people with learning disabilities.
You'll develop an understanding of the healthcare system and how it supports people with learning disabilities.
You'll learn to recognise signs and symptoms of conditions commonly associated with learning disabilities.
You'll study approaches to communication that support people with learning disabilities.
You'll examine person-centred values and how they apply in support work.
You'll look at safeguarding principles and your responsibilities as a support worker.
How you will learn
This is a distance learning course, so all study takes place online. You work through the material at your own pace over the 35-week course. Assessment is based on written assignments and knowledge checks completed online. You submit work digitally and receive feedback from your tutor remotely. Contact the college for details on how tutor support is provided.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Telford College Wellington will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support Worker. Assist adults with learning disabilities in daily life.
Learning Disability Support Worker. Provide specialist one-to-one care and support.
Care Assistant. Help clients with personal care and daily routines.
Community Support Worker. Support people to live independently in the community.
Residential Support Worker. Work in supported living or residential care settings.
Day Centre Support Worker. Facilitate activities and support 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 lead roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism. Builds specialist knowledge alongside or after this qualification.
Level 2 Diploma in Care (NVQ). A work-based qualification that complements this knowledge-based Certificate and is recognised for career progression in care settings.
