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Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities - Level 2

Course code: XPZV016P

Subject area: Online Courses

Study level: Part Time

Course level: 2

Course details

Course time:

Flexible

Days of week:

Flexible

Course date:

Flexible Start - 31st Jul 2025

Course location:

Online

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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This free online qualification serves individuals with an interest in or existing involvement in roles working with individuals with learning disabilities. Its primary purpose is to equip learners with the necessary knowledge and understanding for such roles. The course is free subject to students meeting the government funding criteria detailed below.
The course content includes exploring the principles of working with individuals with learning disabilities, covering aspects like safeguarding and positive risk-taking. Additionally, it raises awareness of the autistic spectrum. This qualification prepares learners for employment and positions in various sectors where they may work or interact with people with learning disabilities, including healthcare, social care, education, and housing support roles.
Course units
Unit 01: Understand the context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities
Unit 02: Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care
Unit 03: Introduction to personalisation in social care
Unit 04: Principles of positive risk-taking for individuals with disabilities
Unit 05: Introductory awareness of autistic spectrum conditions
Unit 06: Principles of supporting individuals with a learning disability to access healthcare
What next?
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:
• Level 2 Diploma in Care Disabilities (601/1687/0)
• Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
• Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support
Entry criteria
Learners must be aged 19 or above and have not previously completed a similar qualification to qualify for funding. Some courses may have additional specific prerequisites. Funding requirements can be discussed in detail upon enquiry.
Fee information
This course is free to the learner if eligible for funding from the Adult Skills Fund (ASF). The ASF is a fund that has been set up by the government to help support the delivery of education and training to people aged 19 and over. If you meet the eligibility criteria below, you can access this course for free.

To be eligible for the ASF funding, you must meet the following criteria: - Must be aged 19 or over (if aged between 19-23, you must already have a minimum Full Level 2 or equivalent qualification)- Must not have previously completed the course you are wanting to enrol on or another course where the content is similar- Must not be currently enrolled on any other government funded education programme, either with The Skills Network or any other college/provider- Must have been living in the UK, EU or EEA for the last 3 years- Must live in England

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Course fees

19+ Fee:

Tuition Fee: £429.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £429.00

19+ Reduced Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £0.00

Qualifications received
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities (601/1687/0)
Learning & method assessment
This course is taught online and can be accessed remotely.

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