Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities for Adults

Course Code: Q239889

Key Information

  • Course type

    Distance learning

  • Campus:

    Highbury Campus

  • Start Date:

    Flexible

  • Duration:

    Flexible

  • Attendance:

    Part-time

  • Fees:

    Free

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities

This qualification is designed for students with an interest in, or who are already working with, people with learning disabilities in a variety of roles.

This qualification will support your work with individuals with learning disabilities or difficulties. You will explore the principles of safeguarding, positive risk-taking and gain awareness of the autistic spectrum.

Units include:

  • Understand the context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities
  • Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care
  • Introduction to personalisation in social care
  • Principles of positive risk-taking for individuals with disabilities
  • Introductory awareness of Autistic Spectrum Conditions
  • Principles of supporting individuals with a learning disability to access healthcare.

No formal qualifications or previous experience is necessary to enrol on to this course.

This course can be started at any point during the year, allowing you to learn in your own time, in your own space, and at a pace that suits you.

You will receive a set of high-quality course materials that will be yours to keep and use as a reference.

School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies. If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived: Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support. You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course). * If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement. It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.

After successfully completing this course, you will receive a nationally recognised qualification and your VRQ will further your personal and professional development and looks great on your CV.

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