Course overview

This course enables learners to develop a basic knowledge of the adult social care sector and is aimed at those learners to help them decide whether working in the sector is for them and gain information to make decisions about career progression.

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements needed.

Course Modules

Introduction to the adult social care sector.
Introduction to the values and principles of adult social care.
Awareness of the skills and attitudes needed to work in adult social care.
Awareness of communication in adult social care.
Awareness of the roles and responsibilities of the adult social care work.

How will I be assessed?

Written and pictorial information
Scenarios or case studies
Professional discussions

What can I do next

Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to work in Adult Social Care.