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Free Level 2 Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities Course Online – Academy Transformation Trust Further Education

CostFREE
Duration143 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. Around 1.5 million people in the UK have a learning disability, and this free working with individuals with learning disabilities course gives you the knowledge to support them well. You'll study legislation, the healthcare system, and how to recognise signs and symptoms of various conditions. The course takes around 143 hours in total. You must be aged 19 or over and have lived in the EU for at least three years at the start of the course.

Who this course is for

Around 1.5 million people in the UK have a learning disability. Owing to the fact that they are likely to find it more difficult than others to describe their symptoms, 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 is FREE for eligible learners. Please enquire further with us regarding the eligibility requirements.

Entry requirements

The prospective learner has to be aged 19 and above, and has lived in the EU for at least 3 years at the start of the course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the key legislation and policy frameworks that affect people with learning disabilities.
  • You'll understand the healthcare system and how it supports individuals with learning disabilities.
  • You'll learn to recognise signs and symptoms of conditions commonly associated with learning disabilities.
  • You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches to care and support.
  • You'll understand the rights and responsibilities of individuals with learning disabilities.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people who may find it harder to describe their needs.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is knowledge-based, covering the principles and theory of working with individuals with learning disabilities. You'll complete written assessments to demonstrate your understanding. No classroom attendance is required.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Academy Transformation Trust Further Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support Worker, helping adults with learning disabilities in community or residential settings
  • Care Assistant, providing day-to-day support in care homes or supported living
  • Learning Disability Support Worker, working one-to-one with individuals in their homes
  • Day Centre Support Worker, running activities and providing care in day services
  • Residential Support Worker, supporting people with learning disabilities in residential care
  • Community Support Worker, helping individuals live independently in the community

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, if you want to train or mentor others in care settings.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Care (NVQ-style), a work-based qualification that complements this Certificate with practical, on-the-job evidence.
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