Qualification Ref: (610/4131/2)
The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Adult Social Care offers a solid foundation for individuals aspiring to join the social care sector. It furnishes learners with critical information and abilities to deliver superior care and support to adults in diverse environments, enhancing their dignity and well-being while facilitating further career progression in the sector.
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.
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.
In order to cater to various learning styles, the London College of Professional Studies provides various delivery methods.
Learners are able to:
Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate is available in 2 modes:
Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate is accredited by Ofqual regulated awarding body.
There are no formal entry requirements for these qualifications, but learners should be at least 19 years of age
In order to complete the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate Qualification Learners must achieve a minimum of 35 credits.
Unit No. | Unit title | Level | Credits |
---|---|---|---|
K/651/1314 | Understand own role and responsibilities in adult social care | 2 | 2 |
L/651/1315 | Personal development in adult social care settings | 2 | 2 |
M/651/1316 | Duty of care in adult social care | 2 | 2 |
R/651/1317 | Equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights in adult social care | 2 | 2 |
T/651/1318 | Work in a person-centred way | 2 | 3 |
Y/651/1319 | Communication in adult social care | 2 | 3 |
F/651/1320 | Privacy and dignity in adult social care settings | 2 | 3 |
H/651/1321 | Support individuals to meet nutrition and hydration needs | 2 | 2 |
J/651/1322 | Awareness of mental health conditions and dementia | 2 | 3 |
K/651/1323 | Safeguarding adults | 2 | 3 |
L/651/1324 | Safeguarding children | 2 | 1 |
M/651/1325 | Health, safety and principles of basic life support | 2 | 3 |
R/651/1326 | Handling information | 2 | 1 |
T/651/1327 | Infection prevention and control (IPC) | 2 | 2 |
Y/651/1328 | Awareness of learning disability and autism | 2 | 3 |
Learners aged 19 and above working in adult social care in England are the target audience for this qualification. The sector is introducing it to enhance portability and minimize the necessity for repeated training and assessment when individuals transition between roles. This also aligns with the goal of promoting career advancement and development.
Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as:
This qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured via a portfolio of evidence.
Level | 2 |
Duration | Â 3 Months (Fast Track)
5 Months |
Delivery | Online / Blended |
Accreditation | NCFE / Cache an Ofqual regulated awarding body |
Option 1: Full Payment | |
Fee | |
Fee (Discounted) | £800 |
Option 2: Instalment Plan | |
Instalment Plan | Initial-Deposit £150
05 Monthly instalments of £150 |
For the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate, a combined claims model will apply, wherein employers must claim 60% of the reimbursement value upon their employee starting the qualification, with the remaining 40% reimbursement provided upon proof of course completion. See further guidance.
In order to manage the roll-out sensibly, for the first few months access to the service will be via invite only but providers can complete an expression of interest form to be onboarded onto the new system. The form can be accessed here.
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