Adult Social Care Certificate Level 2

Course information

This qualification is based on the Care Certificate Standards and develops the knowledge and skills needed when working in adult social care settings in England. It is designed for all learners working in adult social care and is being introduced to the sector to:

• raise the level of knowledge and skills in the workforce and improve skills gaps within the sector by supporting more employers to access a recognised qualification
• improve portability and reduce the need for repeat training and assessment when people move roles
• standardise how the Care Certificate Standards are delivered across
settings (this is also applicable to learners working in a health setting when supporting adult social care patients)
• ensure members of the care workforce feel recognised, valued and invested in
• ensure the workforce has the support they need to provide safe and effective care
• allow care workers to experience rewarding careers with opportunities to develop and progress, both now and in the future

What You Will Learn

Throughout the course you will complete 15 mandatory units as detailed below:

• Understand own role and responsibilities in adult social care
• Personal development in adult social care settings
• Duty of care in adult social care
• Equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights in adult social care
• Work in a person-centred way
• Communication in adult social care
• Privacy and dignity in adult social care settings
• Support individuals to meet nutrition and hydration needs
• Awareness of mental health conditions and dementia
• Safeguarding adults
• Safeguarding children
• Health, safety and principles of basic life support
• Handling information
• Infection prevention and control
• Awareness of disability and autism

Entry Requirements

The qualification is open to all eligible direct care staff, aged 19+. An initial assessment will be undertaken prior to enrolment on the course to check academic levels and support required.

Work Experience

Learners must spend a minimum of 40 hours working, volunteering or on practical placement to be able to show competence in both knowledge and skills.

Assessment

Portfolio work and direct observation in the workplace

Progression

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to the following:

Employment:
o care worker
o lead adult care worker
o care support worker
o senior care support worker
o personal assistant

Further Education:
o Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

Higher Education:
o Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care

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