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Level 2 Learning Disabilities Support Course in Darlington

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration5 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Darlington College lists a fee of £739 if you're not eligible. Contact Darlington College for more info.

Apply now →Check if you're eligible

About this course

Level 2 Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities Course in Darlington. Classes run at Darlington College, part-time during the day. Fee remission may be available depending on your circumstances and postcode. Contact the college on 01325 503030 to find out what applies to you. The course runs over 5 months and covers the knowledge and skills needed to support people with learning disabilities across community, education, healthcare, leisure, and employment settings. It suits anyone in a support role, including volunteers and those working across public services. You'll complete an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you.

Who this course is for

This professional development qualification provides essential knowledge and skills to anyone wanting to actively support individuals with learning disabilities.

This could include people in the community and volunteering roles, or working in education, healthcare, leisure and employment support.

Entry requirements

This course is for 19+ Learners.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what learning disabilities are and how they affect individuals differently.
  • You'll learn how to actively support individuals with learning disabilities in everyday settings.
  • You'll explore the rights and choices of people with learning disabilities.
  • You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches to support.
  • You'll understand the role of communication in supporting individuals effectively.
  • You'll learn about legislation and policy relevant to learning disability support.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Darlington College during the day. Learning is supported through tutor-led teaching, group discussion, and guided study. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete as part of the course. There are no exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Darlington College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support Worker: assisting individuals with learning disabilities day to day.
  • Community Support Worker: supporting people in community and social settings.
  • Learning Disability Support Assistant: working in education or specialist services.
  • Healthcare Support Worker: providing care in NHS or community health settings.
  • Employment Support Worker: helping individuals with disabilities into work.
  • Volunteer Coordinator: organising support in community or charity roles.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step for those moving into senior support or supervisory roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to train or mentor others in a support setting.
  • Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Care: broadens your skills across adult social care and opens more job roles in health and care services.
Apply on darlington.ac.uk →Check if you're eligible
Apply now →Check if you're eligible

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