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TQUK Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Level 2 Cert (RQF)

This online level 2 Adult Social Care Course is knowledge-based and carries a nationally recognised qualification aimed at students looking to work in the health care sector. The perfect qualification for those looking for a career change or a return to work after a career break. The adult social care course can be studied from home over a period of 6 months or sooner with the right application and dedication.

Learners are able to access their course and support for a 6 month period via our online learning platform Equal. During this time you can log in and out to suit your personal circumstances. So, if you are looking to complete the course in a shorter time, then with the right attitude and commitment, this is more than possible. We enrol 365 days a year too, so you also have the option to enrol and register online at anytime. No set term times, no lectures to attend, no exams to take! Be qualified in a matter of weeks if you prefer!

Students will learn: 

  • Communication
  • Diversity and equality
  • Personal development
  • Role of the social care worker
  • Health & Safety
  • Duty of care

Learners are not required to be in placement for this course. We offer a full range of Health and Social Care courses that may be of interest. 


Qualification: TQUK Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Level 2 Cert
Support: 6 months support & course access included
Start Date: Anytime - We enrol 365 days a year 
RQF Specification
Accredited: Fully
Price: Interest-Free Finance if required

View TQUK Level 2 Certification in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Specification

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Course Details

Course Syllabus

Learners will complete 9 units of study in total as listed below.

9 tutor-marked assignment to complete.

Principles of personal development in adult social care settings
Principles of diversity, equality & Inclusion
Principles of safeguarding & protection in health & social care
Introduction to Duty of Care in Health, Social Care or Children and Young People’s Settings
Understand the Role of the Social Care Worker
Understand Person-Centred Approaches in Adult Social Care Settings
Understand Health and Safety in Social Care Settings
Understand How to Handle Information in Social Care Settings
Principles of communication

 

Entry Requirements

No previous qualifications are required

Students looking to enrol onto this course should meet the following criteria:

Be aged 16 Years or above
Possess a solid knowledge of the English language
Have access to a PC and the internet for the duration of the whole course
Basic computer skills: e.g Word processing, emailing, uploading documents etc
Have a genuine desire to succeed

Course Duration

This course comes with 6 months of support and course access included:

Guided Learning Hours (GLH) – 179 Hours
Total Qualification Time (TQT) – 200 Hours

On average, learners will complete this course within 4 months.

Qualification Awarded

TQUK Level 2 Certificate – Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care (RQF)

Qualification ref:  601/4040/9
Credit value: 20
Awarding body: Training Qualifications (TQUK)

Training Qualifications UK

This course provides successful students with a fully recognised qualification from TQUK, listed on the RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework). TQUK is recognised as an awarding organisation by the qualification regulators for England, Wales and Northern Ireland, who are: the office of the qualifications and examinations regulator (OFQUAL) in England, the Welsh Government and the council for curriculum, examinations and assessment (CCA) in Northern Ireland.

Please note: This qualification is not recognised in Scotland.

Study Method

Learners are able to access their course lessons via an EQUAL online learning platform. Complete your assignments and access all correspondence in one convenient place.

As long as you have an internet connection you can access your course 24/7.

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Assessment

Learners will be required to complete a series of tutor-marked assignments ( normally 1 after each unit) as they progress through this course. Each assignment will contain a variety of tasks/questions. These assignments are assessed by your tutor to monitor progress. You will be provided with constructive feedback to help you in completing each unit to the required standard.

There is no examination to complete as the course is completed using a continual assessment.

Why UK Open College?

✅ Enrol online today – No set term times
✅ Accredited College – We are fully approved
✅ Spread the cost – interest-free finance (Guaranteed acceptance*)
✅ NUS/Totum Student Card Approved*
✅ Trading since 2006 – We will not let you down
✅ Flexible learning – Study at a time that suits you
✅ Qualified Tutors – Fast assignment turnaround

*NUS/TOTUM Student cards are only available to students who are studying a fully recognised RQF/QCF course of 120 study hours or more. £12 fee per year applies.

Payments plans - Guaranteed acceptance*

Select whether to pay in full upon enrolment or opt to pay a deposit and spread the cost with our Interest-free payment plan.  *Guaranteed acceptance for those who meet the following conditions:

Aged 21 and above (Maximum age 75)
Permanent resident in the UK
Be able to provide 3 years of address history from the UK
Have a UK bank account that accepts direct debits
Hold a valid UK credit or debit card

Please note: We do not carry out credit checks

Alternative payment plans may be available for those that do not meet these conditions. Please speak to a member of our team who will be happy to assist on 0121 792 3872.

Applicants choosing the monthly option will be required to complete and sign a financial agreement for the remaining payments.  All payments to be set up via direct debit.  We are only able to set up monthly payments for students resident in the UK. 

Please note: Once a payment plan is set up, you are liable to pay the course fees in full whether you complete the course or not.  Please ensure the monthly repayments are affordable before agreeing to any payment plan offered.

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Once received at your requested delivery address, you have 14 days to ensure this course meets your needs and requirements. If for any reason you are not happy, simply return your course pack unused for a refund.*

*Minus postage. An admin fee is deducted from any deposit refunded if a finance plan is arranged and then cancelled.

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