Level 2 Certificate in Supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities

The purpose of the qualification is to develop knowledge and competence for individuals who: –

already work in Health and Social care but are new to learning disability services
work in learning disability services and want a short qualification for CPD
have a job role not exclusively focused around supporting individuals with learning disabilities, but have some contact and wish to develop relevant skills and knowledge
are community and volunteer carers whose role includes contact with individuals with learning disabilities
have other roles such as employment support worker, dementia care adviser or palliative care professional and wish to develop their service to meet the needs of a wider range of service users

should have a minimum of level one in literacy and numeracy or equivalent. The qualification is suitable for learners of 16 years of age and above.

Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as:

Level 2 Diploma in Care (RQF)
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF)
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities (RQF) or to an Apprenticeship in Health or Care.