Free Level 2 Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities Course. Study online, part-time, at your own pace. This free working with individuals with learning disabilities course takes around 10 months to complete. You'll explore the principles of safeguarding, positive risk taking, and awareness of the autistic spectrum, building the knowledge needed to support people with learning disabilities across a range of settings. Before you start, you'll complete a short initial assessment and an online meeting with your tutor, so the course can be tailored to where you are now.
Who this course is for
Our accredited Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities is suitable for you, if you have an interest in, or are already working with people with learning disabilities in a variety of roles. The aim of the course is to give you the knowledge and understanding to work with individuals with learning disabilities or difficulties. You will explore the principles of safeguarding and positive risk taking and gain awareness of the autistic spectrum. This qualification will prepare you for employment and support you in your role in the workplace, where you may work or interact with people with learning disabilities. The knowledge gained by completing this qualification may also be useful to you if you work in education or housing support roles.
Entry requirements
Prior to starting the course, you will be required to complete a brief initial assessment and an online meeting with the tutor. This will help us understand your current starting point and allow us to tailor the course to meet your specific needs.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of working with individuals with learning disabilities and difficulties.
You'll learn about safeguarding and how to protect the people you support.
You'll develop understanding of positive risk taking and how it applies in practice.
You'll gain awareness of the autistic spectrum and how it affects individuals.
You'll study the rights and responsibilities of people with learning disabilities.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals who have learning disabilities.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Before starting, you'll have an online meeting with your tutor and complete an initial assessment. Your tutor will use this to shape your learning throughout the course. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. You do not need to attend a classroom.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cambridgeshire County Council will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support Worker: supporting adults with learning disabilities day to day
Learning Disabilities Support Worker: working in residential or community settings
Care Assistant: providing personal and practical support to individuals
Community Support Worker: helping people live independently in the community
Day Centre Support Worker: supporting activities and wellbeing at day services
Residential Support Worker: working in care homes for people with learning disabilities
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for support workers moving into senior roles or taking on more responsibility.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to train or mentor others in a care setting.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism: deepens specialist knowledge for those working closely with autistic individuals.
