Course Details

Launch your career in adult social care! Take the first step towards a rewarding career in adult social care. This NCFE Award course provides a foundation in caring principles, communication skills, and the realities of working in this dynamic sector. What will I learn? • Introduction to adult social care, roles, and settings. Exploring service user needs and promoting independence. • Develop effective communication skills for active listening and building rapport. • Understanding safeguarding principles, recognising abuse, and promoting well-being. • Learning about equality, diversity, and inclusion in social care settings. • Exploring health and safety regulations and safe working practices in social care. Who should join this course? This course is ideal for: • Individuals with no prior experience in social care. • Those considering a career change and interested in adult care. • Volunteers wanting to develop their caregiving skills. Entry Requirements: You will be invited to undertake an initial assessment to ascertain your levels of English and maths prior to entry on this course of study. Progression Opportunities: This course can serve as a stepping stone to further qualifications in health and social care, such as Level 2 and 3 diplomas in care work, or specialist areas like dementia care. With experience, you could progress into roles like: • Support Worker • Care Assistant • Social Care Assistant How do I enrol? To apply for this course online at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk and simply click on the 'How to Enrol' button and complete the Enrolment Form and one of our customer service team will be in touch or call to speak to one of our friendly Learning Advisors on 01752 660713. How will the course be delivered? This is an E-Learning course and is exclusively delivered via an online learning, self-study programme. You will be enrolled for an online learning platform and will work independently through the units and materials provided. Will I need to practise outside the classroom? There is a considerable amount of work for you to do in your own time for this qualification. Please allow a minimum of 2 hours per week for this. How will I know I’m making progress? You will receive regular feedback from an assessor following completion and submission of individual units. What will I need? A laptop or desktop computer with internet access is required for completion of coursework and home learning. Please note: Most courses attract a subsidy from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA). It is a requirement of the ESFA that you complete various forms at different stages of your course, further information is available on request. Courses are subject to a minimum number of enrolments and could be cancelled if recruitment is low. In some cases, an alternative class at a different location may be offered. Terms and conditions are available at https://www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk/learner-information/essential-information-for-every-learner Room numbers are subject to change - please check when you arrive at the venue.