
Course Overview
Learn to work with people with learning disabilities with this Level 2 schools course.
This qualification will equip you with vital knowledge and understanding whilst exploring the principles of safeguarding, positive risk taking, and teaching awareness of the autistic spectrum.
Whether you want to work with people with learning disabilities, or you already are, this course will help boost your suitability for a variety of relevant roles.
Course Code: Q30040
Course Details
Duration: 16 weeks
Location: Online (Self-Study)
Fee Information
Cost: £0 – £1201
This course can be fully funded (FREE) for people aged 19 or over who:
- live in Somerset (not including Bath & North-East Somerset/North Somerset) or Dorset
- have lived in the UK/EU for the last 3 years or have leave to remain
- meet at least one of the following:
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- are employed with an annual income of less than £25,000
- are unemployed AND in receipt of benefits.
- have no qualifications of level 2 or above
Proof of eligibility will be requested.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific prior qualifications needed to access this qualification, although you may find it useful to have previously achieved a Level 1 qualification. You should ideally have the equivalent of Level 1 literacy skills, however, a formal qualification is not required as this will be assessed prior to starting the course.
- You will need access to the internet and a computer/laptop to complete the coursework.
- You must currently live in Somerset/Dorset.
- You must have been resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study.
- You must be over the age of 19.
- You must not be on an apprenticeship.
There is a £100 cancellation fee if you enrol and do not complete or withdraw from the course. This fee is to cover administration costs.
Assessment
To achieve the Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities, learners must successfully demonstrate their achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria of the units as detailed in the qualification specification.
You will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods. This could include a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task. The course is assessed via coursework, there are no exams.
Progression
This course will help boost your suitability for a variety of roles which involve working with people with learning disabilities.
You may wish to attend our other workshops and courses related to your personal development, or move onto one of our other Work-based Qualifications courses at Level 3, 4, or 5.
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