Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care - Level 2
Summary
This qualification provides an ideal taster for those who may want to understand more about working in health and social care.
It aims to introduce knowledge around the following areas relating to working in adult social care:
- communication,
- equality, diversity and inclusion,
- personal development,
- role of the social care worker,
- handling information,
- health and safety,
- safeguarding,
- duty of care
- person-centred approaches
Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs grade 4+ (or equivalent) including English and Maths OR Level 2 qualification in related subject
Plus
- A successful interview with a tutor
- The ability to study independently
- A genuine interest in the subject
- Good communication skills
- Hardworking approach towards the industry
Where can this subject lead?
Career progression
Demand for adult social care is increasing across the UK. In Lancashire in particular, an ageing adult population means that there is an increasing number of employment opportunities in this sector. so if a career in the care industry appeals to you, this is an ideal time to start a course of study that will lead you becoming a recognised care professional.
Next steps at B&FC
It is anticipated that students will progress to either:
Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care or the Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Employment Opportunities
Having successfully completed this qualification, students can typically progress into the following job roles:
Health care assistant
Adult Care Worker
Key information
Qualification obtained
Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social CareFees and funding
Courses for learners who are 16-18 years old at the start of their course and resident in the UK are fully funded. You may also be entitled to further financial help to support your studies depending on your personal circumstances. For more details of these, please visit our page on Finance Support for School Leavers.
If you are not a UK resident, we will confirm whether funding is available when we process your application. If not, you may be liable for course fees.
Extra costs and equipment
All students are asked to provide their own stationery. However, there are no other additional requirements for this course.
What will I learn?
The course comprises of 9 mandatory units:
- Principles of communication in adult social care settings
- Principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in adult social care settings
- Principles of personal development in adult social care settings
- Understanding the role of the social care worker,
- Understand how to handle information in social care settings
- Understand health and safety in social care settings
- Principles of safeguarding and protection in adult social care settings ,
- Introduction to duty of care in health, social care or children's and young people's settings
- Understanding person-centred approaches in adult social care settings
Essential skills: English and Maths
All school leavers at B&FC are encouraged to continue developing their English and maths skills as higher ability in both these subjects is linked to long-term career success and increased earning potential - irrespective of how well you performed at GCSE. If, however, you achieve a GCSE Grade 3 or less in either subject, you will also have the opportunity to work towards re-sitting these to enhance your paper-based qualifications. This won’t delay your career journey because you will be undertaking this programme of study at the same time as your chosen subject.
Industry placement, field trips and guest speakers
There will be the opportunity to complete some work experience as part of the study programme, enabling you to put into practice some of the knowledge and skills you have acquired on the course.
To enrich your learning , the College invites a number of guest speakers from the health and social care sector to address There will be a variety of guest speakers invited in to support your learning
How will I learn?
The programme primarily focuses on theoretical knowledge but also includes practical hands-on elements to enhance learning and application. This flexible approach ensures that students can engage with the material in a way that best suits their needs.
- Interactive Lectures: Engaging lectures that encourage student participation and discussion.
- Group Work: Collaborative projects and activities that foster teamwork and communication skills.
- Practical Workshops: Hands-on sessions where students can apply theoretical knowledge in practical scenarios.
- Online Resources: Access to a wealth of online materials, including videos, articles, and interactive modules.
These varied teaching methods ensure a comprehensive and dynamic learning experience.
Expert tutors
All tutors involved in the delivery of courses and apprenticeships within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver.
Our recruitment process ensures that tutors delivering a given programme are suitably qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and a familiarity with professional practice. The aim of this is to enrich students’ learning experience, giving them an insight into what working in the industry is really like.
How will I be assessed?
To achieve the Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care students must compile a portfolio of evidence which demonstrates that they have understood and acquired the knowledge and skills set out in the learning outcomes of each unit. This evidence might include assignments, a reflective journal, research and commentary, case studies and professional discussions.
The qualification is assessed internally and grades are not awarded