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Working with individuals with Learning Disabilities – Level 2

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Courses Code
QD2LCLD
Study method
Part Time
Location(s)
Online Learning
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  • Is this course for you?

    There really has never been a better time for you to learn something new. Whether it’s for personal interest, to help in your job or to progress your career this level 2 Certificate in Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities may be just what you are looking for.

    The course covers topics that will relate to many careers including the education sector, health and social care, the NHS to name but a few or to anyone who wants to just gain a better understanding of learning disabilities.

    This course is free and can be studied at a time to suit you and at home without you having to attend college.

  • Required qualifications

    You don’t need any formal qualifications in order to do this course. You will need to be able to read and write in English.

  • What skills will I develop?

    You will develop an understanding of the context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities. Look at the principles of Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care and gain an introduction to Personalisation in Social Care.

    Develop an understanding of the principles of Positive Risk-Taking for Individuals with Disabilities and an Awareness of Autistic Spectrum Conditions. Including the Principles of Supporting Individuals with a Learning Disability to Access Healthcare

  • Careers

    Once complete you may want to continue and study another distance course.

  • English and maths

    You should have a good level of English to complete the course. However, English and Maths is not formally assessed as part of your course. 

  • Is this course for you?

    There really has never been a better time for you to learn something new. Whether it’s for personal interest, to help in your job or to progress your career this level 2 Certificate in Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities may be just what you are looking for.

    The course covers topics that will relate to many careers including the education sector, health and social care, the NHS to name but a few or to anyone who wants to just gain a better understanding of learning disabilities.

    This course is free and can be studied at a time to suit you and at home without you having to attend college.

  • Required qualifications

    You don’t need any formal qualifications in order to do this course. You will need to be able to read and write in English.

  • What skills will I develop?

    You will develop an understanding of the context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities. Look at the principles of Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care and gain an introduction to Personalisation in Social Care.

    Develop an understanding of the principles of Positive Risk-Taking for Individuals with Disabilities and an Awareness of Autistic Spectrum Conditions. Including the Principles of Supporting Individuals with a Learning Disability to Access Healthcare

  • Careers

    Once complete you may want to continue and study another distance course.

  • English and maths

    You should have a good level of English to complete the course. However, English and Maths is not formally assessed as part of your course. 

Testimonials

Jane Lee

"My background has been in education for the last 22 years and I have taught on many Health and Education courses. I have first hand experience of working with adults, young people and children with learning disabilities and this course will give you the opportunity to develop your own knowledge in this area."

Jane Lee

South Staffordshire College

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  • Working with individuals with Learning Disabilities Level 2 (LF)

    Online Learning

    Start Date: Start Any Time

    Code: QXD2LCLD

    Part Time: 12 Weeks

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