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Adult Health & Social Care
Date:
February 14, 2024
Adult Health & Social Care
Course duration: 4 weeks in-person
Qualification:
Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to work in Adult Social Care
Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care
Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Infection Control
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Level 2
Adult Health & Social Care
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? Our FREE Level 2 Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care course will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to work in the Health and Social care sector.
Adult social care aims to help people stay independent, safe and well in the community so they can live their lives as they want to. This includes people who are frail, have disabilities or mental health issues.
This course is designed with industry experts to meet current standards in adult health and social care. You will learn everything you need to know, in order to work effectively in various healthcare settings. If you want to make a positive impact on people’s lives, this is the course for you!
In addition, you will also learn about the principles of Dementia Care and Infection Control. These three qualifications will give you an added advantage when applying for jobs in this sector.
What will you learn
- Essential knowledge and practical skills in adult health and social care, communication, health and safety, and person-centred care.
- Learn about person-centred care and safe working practices
- Understand duty of care and Safeguarding
- Improve your understanding of Equality and Diversity
- The 4 Principles of Dementia Care, including; recognising on-set signs, early diagnosis, how to communicate sensitively, promoting independence and encourage activity
- Infection Control: the causes, the conditions in which they thrive, the way they spread, and how to prevent.
Course duration
4 weeks
Location
Doncaster, Sheffield
Support
Learning Difficulties
CV writing
Interview prep
Study mode
In Person/Hybrid
Next start date
Monthly dates
Awarding body
NCFE
Why choose us
- National Certification: You will have three recognized certifications on course completion, making your skills stand out in the job market
- Practical Experience: You will have had hands-on experience through real-life examples and caregiving scenarios, building confidence in your abilities.
- Job & Career Guidance: We make sure you are job ready with personalised guidance, mentoring, CV development and interview preparation to increase your employability skills.
- Supportive Learning Environment: You’ll meet other learners like you, who you can share experiences with and help each other.
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Eligibility
- 19 years or older
- Proof of benefits and an ID, such as valid passport or driving licence (provisional is also accepted together with birth certificate)
- If not British, we require a resident card/permit issued on the 2017 or before as a proof of living in the UK lawfully for more than 3 years.
- If you are a member of the EU, we require a picture of your passport, pre-settled or settled status shared code. Good level of English.
Entry Requirements
- Need to have a good standard of Maths and English. Eligible to work in the UK and be willing to learn and progress into employment.
Career path and progression
Turn your job into a career: Equip yourself with the skills and knowledge to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals.
With experience and training, you could specialise in particular areas like dementia care, stroke management or supporting people with learning disabilities. You could also progress to become an assistant practitioner, deputy service manager or care home manager. You may want to go into teaching at a college for further education.
