ADULT SOCIAL CARE TRAINING

Answer the Call to Care Excellence: Upskill with Impact Futures

NEW: Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate

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.

Your Trusted Provider of ADULT SOCIAL CARE Training

Your Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate

Level:
2

Duration:
6 months (can be completed sooner)

Cost:
FREE (Government Funded - Limited Funding Available)

Format/Delivery Method:
Online learning

This will suit you if you are:
New to care and wanting to progress in adult social care settings and for those who have worked as a care or support worker for several years, who would like to gain a recognised qualification

Key Features:
Work at your own pace, and get a dedicated Development Coach to support you along your journey

Government Funding Info:
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

Tackling sector challenges with positive change

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:

  • Understanding of role
  • Duty of care
  • Nutrition and hydration
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Safeguarding

…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.

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Gain a Recognised Qualification

01

An accredited certification that proves exceptional levels of skill.

Potential Possibilities for Funding

02

Act quickly for a chance to access limited government funding to minimise costs.

Inspiring Standardised Training

03

Benefit from the expertise of Impact Futures’ renowned Development Coaches.

What will you learn during your Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate?

Learning Foundations

Month 1

Personal Development, & Communication

Begin with the self-directed Learning Foundations module, and explore your own role and identify areas for own personal development. We will also dive in to working relationships in care settings. We will then cover the importance of communication, handling information and accessing support.

Month 2

Duty of Care & Safeguarding

In this module, we will cover the duty of care, it's true meaning and the support available to you for addressing dilemmas. We will also look at adult safeguarding, the requirement for action, legislation, requirements and responsibilities within safeguarding too.

Month 3

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Health & Safety

We will look at the meaning of EDI, and how it can be applied in the workplace, and understand all principles incolved. We will also cover the promotion of Health & Safety, working practices, and importance, and responsbilities where H&S is concerned.

Continued

Month 4

Basic Life Support & Infection Prevention

As we approach month 4, we will being looking at the principles of basic life support, medication and healthcare tasks. This will involve identifying common hazards, and managing mental health and personal wellbeing. We will also cover infection prevention and control, the standard precautions, and a demonstration of how to prevent.

Month 5

Nutrition, Hydration, and Person-Centered Working

In this module we will cover the principles of nutrition and hydration, importance of food safety, and how this links in to maintaining health and wellbeing. We will also cover person-centred working, the principles of gaining consent, encouraging active participation, and supporting wellbeing.

Month 6

Mental Health, Dementia, Disabilities, and Autism Awareness

As we approach the end of your course, we will cover the needs and experiences of people living with mental health conditions or dementia, and how legal frameworks and guidelines can support those individuals. We will also cover supporting those with a learning disability and autistic people, and how to meet their communication and information needs.

Continued

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE INITIATIVE

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.

Apply for the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate in 3 easy steps

Register Your Interest

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Complete the form below and submit your details

Quick Phone Call

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Our resident Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate experts will check your eligibility and secure your space.

Begin Your Funding Claim

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We'll guide employers through the process of accessing available funding to cover course fees for employees.

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Why Impact Futures is Your Best Choice

Access your training anytime, anywhere – even on the go

Government funding covers course fees, making learning affordable

Learn from home or your favourite café with easy-access e-learning

Connect and thrive amongst like-minded care professionals

Learn from the highest calibre of dedicated teaching staff

Be assured by our years of success in helping others to thrive

Create Lasting Impact: The Data Speaks Volumes

99%

Employer Satisfaction Rate

99%

End-Point Assessment Success

95%

Learner Satisfaction Rate

90%

Learner Retention Rate

Act now - Secure your spot and your funding

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.

Transform your workforce with our Level 2 Adult Care Social Certificate

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.

Looking for longer term? Browse our Adult Care apprenticeships

Level 2

Adult Care Worker

Duration: 16 months including End-Point Assessment

Suitable for: Care Assistants, Care Workers, Support Workers and other associated job titles

Level 3

Lead Adult Care Worker

Duration: 18 months including End-Point Assessment

Suitable for: Care Officers, Care Supervisors, Senior Care Workers and other associated job titles

Level 5

Ops Manager in Adult Care

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 new Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate: Frequently asked questions

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:

  1. Understanding own role
  2. Personal development
  3. Duty of care
  4. Equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights
  5. Working in a person-centred way
  6. Communication
  7. Privacy and dignity
  8. Nutrition and hydration
  9. Awareness of mental health and dementia
  10. Safeguarding adults and children
  11. Health, safety and principles of basic life support
  12. Handling information
  13. Infection prevention and control
  14. Awareness of learning disabilities and autism

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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