ADULT SOCIAL CARE TRAINING
Whether looking to maximise your own career prospects, or your team’s full potential, this new apprenticeship offers a fresh and updated approach to caring for vulnerable adults.
In a bid to tackle qualified staff shortages in the adult care sector, the UK government has launched a new Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate. Developed by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) in collaboration with Skills for Care, this apprenticeship aims to support care workers in gaining a recognised qualification - whether they are UK residents, or working in the UK on a visa.
The Ofqual-approved Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate qualification covers 15 key topics and areas, including:
…and much more.
Impact Futures is excited to support care organisations across the UK in raising the number of accredited care staff available, as well as the quality of care throughout the industry for our country's most vulnerable.
An accredited certification that proves exceptional levels of skill.
Act quickly for a chance to access limited government funding to minimise costs.
Benefit from the expertise of Impact Futures’ renowned Development Coaches.
The UK care sector is suffering a shortage of qualified staff. Impact Futures is enabling individuals with a passion for care excellence to obtain the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to ease this industry burden, as well as facilitate meaningful careers and a high standard of care delivery.
Now, the UK government has also taken action in the form of this new qualification, in an effort to ease the pressure on care organisations, and facilitate an influx of freshly qualified care professionals, to reinvigorate the industry.
There is a very limited amount of government funding available via the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS) for the adult social care workforce, offered by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) for the financial year of 2024 to 2025. Applicants are advised to act quickly if they want to secure a portion of the funding pot to cover course costs.
Employers can claim up to £1,500 per learner for the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate, but government funding is limited. It works as a reimbursement scheme. Claims can be submitted for 60% of the costs upon course commencement, and the remaining 40% upon completion.
If government funds cannot be obtained, Impact Futures will work with employers to identify funding alternatives, such as levy funds or other schemes that may be available.
The Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate is created from the 15 widely used Care Certificate standards, this qualification ensures the best practices are upheld.
Available to individuals aged 19+ in direct care roles, including non-UK nationals with legal employment status.
The total qualification time is 369 hours, and it is typically completed in 6 months. This can however be completed sooner depending on your personal circumstances.
Complete the form below and submit your details
Our resident Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate experts will check your eligibility and secure your space.
We'll guide employers through the process of accessing available funding to cover course fees for employees.
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Competition is high among Adult Social Care employers. Securing the right talent saves valuable time and money. Act now – reach out to Impact Futures now to stay one step ahead, secure apprenticeship places for those who want or need to train, and begin the process while limited funding is available.
Stay ahead of trends. Secure limited funding. Impact Futures will guide you, keep you informed, and provide our signature support and advice every step of the way. Your new era of excellence starts now.
Duration: 16 months including End-Point Assessment
Suitable for: Care Assistants, Care Workers, Support Workers and other associated job titles
Duration: 18 months including End-Point Assessment
Suitable for: Care Officers, Care Supervisors, Senior Care Workers and other associated job titles
Duration: 21 months including End-Point Assessment
Suitable for: This programme is designed for current and aspiring leaders who are looking to progress within an adult care setting.
The Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate is an exciting new qualification, developed by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) in collaboration with Skills for Care. Launching in June 2024, this certificate is specifically designed for individuals working in adult social care settings. It aims to equip staff with the essential skills, knowledge, and expertise needed to excel in their care roles.
Unlike the existing Care Certificate, this new qualification will be accredited, ensuring its quality and recognition across different roles and organisations. This means you won't need to retake the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate if you change roles, saving both time and money for you and your business.
There is a very limited amount of government funding available via the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS) for the adult social care workforce, offered by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) for the financial year of 2024 to 2025. Applicants are advised to act quickly if they want to secure a portion of the funding pot to cover course costs.
Adult Social Care employers in England, in both Care Quality (CQC) regulated and non-regulated care settings, can apply for funding towards the cost of the new Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate. It applies to both new and existing employees aged 19 and over, working in direct adult social care roles only. Employers must also be registered on the Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (AS-WDS).
Employers can claim up to £1,500 per learner for the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate, but government funding is limited. It works as a reimbursement scheme. Claims can be submitted for 60% of the costs upon course commencement, and the remaining 40% upon completion.
If government funds cannot be obtained, Impact Futures will work with employers to identify funding alternatives, such as levy funds or other schemes that may be available.
The new Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate is designed for individuals aged 19 and over who are working in direct adult social care roles. Eligible positions include care workers, senior care workers, rehabilitation workers as well as community support and outreach roles.
The qualification covers 15 key topics and areas, subject to Skills for Care and Ofqual approval:
All modules have been carefully structured to provide learners with both the practical skills and theoretical knowledge that are directly applicable to roles in the adult social care setting.
The entirety of this course can be accessed online. While traditional classroom training has long been the norm, Impact Futures uses e-learning for maximum flexibility and convenience. Online learning presents numerous benefits for care home leaders and their teams.
The assessment methods for your knowledge and skills will vary by unit. These will include practical and skills-based evaluations, such as direct observation and professional discussions, conducted by our experienced assessors.
With our e-learning approach, the duration of the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate qualification is fully flexible to accommodate your schedule. However, at Impact Futures we expect the average completion time to be around six months.
Just complete the form here to register your interest in our qualification and be among the first to receive updates.
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