Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Bispham Campus, part-time during the day, over 17 weeks. This adult social care certificate qualification was developed by the Department of Health and Social Care and builds on the 15 Care Certificate standards. It includes updated content on learning disability and autism awareness. You need to be aged 19 or over and currently working in an adult social care setting, such as a care or nursing home, to enrol. NCFE Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate with certificate.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate has been developed by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and is the new qualification for those working in the adult care sector and which has been developed as recognition of the care workforce as the professional workforce that it is. This qualification, which has been developed from the 15 widely used Care Certificate standards. The learning outcomes have been updated for an awareness of learning disability and autism to be consistent with learning outcomes from the Core Capabilities Frameworks. This qualification will be available both through weekly classroom based sessions and also as an online learning programme. Regardless of delivery method chosen, it also includes a direct observation of skills in the workplace as part of the assessment process. This means that the course should be completed whilst in employment within the care industry. The Adult Social Care Certificate will support you to have up to date baseline skills and knowledge required to support people within a social care setting to a good standard.
Entry requirements
This an adult course and you need to have been over the age of 19 years on the 31st August to be considered for a place. You need to be employed within an adult social care setting such as a care or nursing home to complete this qualification.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of the Care Certificate standards as they apply to adult social care work.
You'll learn about safeguarding adults and how to respond to concerns.
You'll understand duty of care and how to handle dilemmas in a care setting.
You'll study person-centred approaches to supporting people in your care.
You'll build awareness of learning disability and autism in line with current standards.
You'll learn about health, safety, and wellbeing in a care environment.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in adult social care practice.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Bispham Campus. Learning is structured around the Care Certificate standards, with tutor-led sessions and guided study. Assessment is based on the qualification requirements set by NCFE. Because this course is linked to your workplace, you will apply and evidence your learning in your adult social care role alongside your classroom study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bispham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
Support worker: helping adults with daily living and independence.
Healthcare assistant: entry-level clinical support in care homes or NHS settings.
Senior care assistant: team lead role after gaining experience on the floor.
Domiciliary care worker: providing care in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for experienced care workers moving into senior or supervisory roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to move into training or mentoring other care staff.
Level 2 or 3 qualifications in Health and Social Care: broaden your knowledge across health and social care settings.
