Level 2 Diploma in Care
A Level 2 diploma offers the perfect combination of employment and training.
If you are new to Health and Social Care and/or have no formal health and social care qualification, then this qualification is ideal for you. There are no formal entry requirements for learners but you must have the skills, potential and opportunity to gain the qualification successfully. As an learner, you'll gain hands-on experience, develop essential work skills, and earn recognized qualifications—all while receiving a wage. The Adult Care Worker Diploma is an excellent choice for those aspiring to build a career in the health and care sector or for individuals already employed in a suitable role within this field. Careers in social care span a variety of settings, including voluntary organisations, local authorities, and private or independent care providers. This qualification is designed for a range of roles, including care workers, domiciliary care staff, support and outreach workers, supervisors, and senior care workers. It equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in social care, making a positive difference in the lives of those you support.
Mandatory Units
To complete the Level 2 Diploma in Care you must achieve a minimum of 46 credits.
The mandatory units in the diploma cover:
- Safeguarding and protection in care settings
- Responsibilities of a care worker
- Personal development in care settings
- Health, safety and wellbeing in care settings
- Communication in care settings
- Handling of information in care settings
- Duty of care in care settings
- Equality and inclusion in care settings
- Person-centred approaches in care settings
What will you learn?
Receive an induction that introduces you to the skills and knowledge required and to identify your learning needs.
Be regularly seen on an individual basis by an assessor to focus on delivery and planning of teaching, assessment of learning and development.
Be provided with 24/7 access to our bespoke e-learning resource.
Have access additional support from their assessor by telephone, Skype or e-mail.
Throughout the qualification your progress will be monitored to ensure you complete within the agreed timescales.