Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities Level 2
The Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities Level 2 Certificate is designed for anyone who wants to develop the knowledge and understanding required to provide high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with learning disabilities.
Delivered through a highly supported online model, your studies will begin with a face-to-face induction on campus to ensure you are confident with the systems. Throughout the 16 weeks, you will attend a one-hour weekly live group session via Microsoft Teams where your teacher will introduce the key concepts for that week. You will then complete your learning and assessments through independent study using our dedicated online platforms, with flexible tutor support available either face-to-face, via email, or over the phone whenever you need it.
Duration: 16 weeks. Face-to-face induction, followed by a 1-hour weekly live online session plus independent study.
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Sector Overview
The health and social care sector relies heavily on compassionate, knowledgeable professionals who can support vulnerable people to live fulfilling, independent lives. There is a high and continuous demand for trained support workers, care assistants, and educational support staff who understand the specific needs of individuals with learning disabilities and can advocate for their wellbeing.
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Entry Requirements
The entry requirements for this course are:
- No previous care sector qualifications are required
- A reasonable standard of English and maths to complete the written portfolio tasks
- Access to a computer and a reliable internet connection for online study
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What will I study?
This course explores a range of topics relating to the care and support of those with learning disabilities, typically covering:
- Understand the context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities
- Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care
- Introduction to personalisation in social care
- Principles of positive risk-taking for individuals with disabilities
- Introductory awareness of autistic spectrum conditions
- Principles of supporting individuals with a learning disability to access healthcare
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How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed via:
- An online portfolio of evidence
- Internally assessed workbooks and written tasks demonstrating your understanding of the learning outcomes
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Enrichment
As an adult learner, you will be offered opportunities to actively engage with industry-related professionals to increase your personal and career development. This includes access to key industry guest speakers, such as social workers, care home managers, and health professionals, who will deliver virtual insights to help you build your industry knowledge and expand your professional network.
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Work Experience
Work experience opportunities do not apply to this course.
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Progression Opportunities
The completion of this course will allow you to progress onto:
- Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
- Level 2 or 3 qualifications in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
- Higher skills development programmes in Health and Social Care
- Enhanced employability in roles such as Support Worker, Care Assistant, or Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant
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Alumni
Waltham Forest College is a vibrant and aspirational college and will support you to reach your career aspirations. Last year 90% of adult learners progressed onto a positive destination either to higher levels of study, employment, or an Apprenticeship.
