As
the need for adult social care continues to rise, it's important that care
workers have up-to-date support and guidance that allows them to provide the
best care possible for the people they work with. You will also learn the
importance of safeguarding, equality and diversity, and duty of care.
Written or Verbal Question and Answer
Knowledge only Qualification
This
course is accredited by ICQ (Icanqualify) a leading educational awarding
organisation. Recognised by the UK
department for Education and regulated by Ofqual.
Upon
enrolment you will have access to our Online Learning Platform giving you
access to extensive study material – you will have regular meetings with your
Personal Training Advisor who will support you through to completion.
How long will my course take?
We often refer to our online courses as 'flexible learning'
because they're designed to be completed around your work and home life
commitments. Each of our online courses has its own set duration, which depends
on the course and how many units there are to complete. You'll typically have
12 weeks to complete.
Do I need internet access to complete this course?
Yes, you will need internet access and a device such as a
laptop or a desktop computer. If you
have not got this access please speak to the Enrolment Team and share your
circumstances.
Do I need to talk to my trainer or can I just work
independently?
You will be allocated a Personal Training Advisor who will
need to have regular communication with you during your course. They will provide teaching, Support,
Information, Advice and Guidance about what you might do next. If your course
is Government Funded, it is a requirement for you to have a monthly review with
your trainer.
How long does it take to receive my certificate?
Certificates can take up to 12 weeks to process. Once you've
completed your course and your tutor has marked your work, it will then be sent
for quality assurance. As our qualifications are nationally recognised and
accredited, we'll then need to claim your certificate from the awarding
organisation.
This course is government funded; you must meet the following criteria to be able to study for free:
If you are ineligible for funding you can undertake this course commercially for £395. Click here to enquire about this option.