Adult Care
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Develop the skills and knowledge required to work in health and social care services and support patients and service users. Gain the expertise to ensure high-quality care and support in a variety of settings.
Care Apprenticeships > Adult Care Level 2
Who is it for?
This course is for frontline care staff for vulnerable adults to within their own homes, day care centres, residential and nursing homes and other healthcare settings.
Accredited by: Pearson Edexcel Awarding Body
Adult Care
Level 2 Diploma Apprenticeship
Duration
13 Months
Full price £4000
1-1
Tutor-led support
With Funding £200
This is Apprenticeship earns you a Certificate from DHCT and Accredited by Pearson Edexcel and Highfield Awarding Bodies
Overview
The Adult Care Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship is designed to provide foundational training for individuals aspiring to start a career in adult care. This apprenticeship focuses on developing essential skills in supporting the physical, emotional, and social needs of adults in various care settings. Apprentices will learn about person-centred care, effective communication techniques, and promoting health and well-being. Through hands-on experience and guided learning, apprentices will gain the expertise needed to deliver compassionate and dignified care while adhering to industry standards and regulations. This apprenticeship is ideal for those new to the field, offering a pathway to a fulfilling career in adult care with opportunities for further development and specialisation.
Receive
This qualification is equivalent to five GCSEs at grades A-C. Upon successful completion of this program, you will receive:
- Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care Accredited with Pearson Edexcel.
- Apprenticeship Certificate accredited by Highfield Awarding Body
Topics Covered
- Communication in Care Settings
Personal - Development in Care Settings
- Equality and Inclusion in Care Settings
- Duty of Care
- Safeguarding and Protection in Care
Settings - Responsibilities of a Care Worker
- Implement Person-centred
approaches in Care Settings - Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Care
Settings - Handling Information in Care
Settings. - + client specific units within Dementia, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health ect
- Communication in Care Settings
- The Care Certificate
- Level 1 English
- Level 1 Maths
Delivery
- Blended Learning
- 1-1 Tutor-Led Support
- E-Learning Platform
- Tailored Training
- Flexible Study
- Progression opportunities
- Exclusive access to resources and networks
Funding
Cost: Non Levy Employers pay a Contribution of 5% which is £200. The Government will fund 95%.
Levy Transfer: DHCT will help you apply for a Levy Transfer from the NHS or Council to fund 100% of the course fees.
Please view our funding page for further information
Grant: if the learner is aged 16-18 the employer will receive a grant of £1000.
Details
Learners must undertake an End Point Assessment prior to successful completion of their standard. This will include:
- Self Assessment of confidence for role
- Professional Discussion
- A Judgement Test to confirm knowledge
- Present portfolio
The Adult Care Level 2 Apprenticeship typically requires:
- Working in a Care Service Role
- GCSE Grade E in Maths and English, Level entry 3 or equivalent.
- If you do not have GCSE or equivalent you will need to complete your functional skills in English and Maths during the programme.
To complete an apprenticeship, you must be employed in an organisation with your employer's support. By undertaking an apprenticeship, you commit to completing the End Point Assessment (EPA).
13 months
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