Level 2 Care Diploma

Part Time

Course Overview

This BTEC qualification provides evidence of competence in delivering care within a range of adult care services. It is a work-based qualification and therefore you will need a supportive employer to allow assessment in the workplace. It is usually completed over a 12-month period but course length may vary according to the setting and the nature of your job role. You will be assessed by one of our highly-skilled and occupationally-competent members of staff.

Course Content

You will be allocated an assessor who visits the work setting every 4 to 6 weeks to support and guide you through your qualification. You will need to complete both mandatory units plus optional knowledge & competency units. The mandatory units include safeguarding and protection, personal development and
equality and inclusion.

Entry Requirement

You need to be aged 18+ to study this course.
There are no formal entry criteria, though a good standard of English and maths is required, which will be assessed at an initial assessment on enrollment.
Learners need to be currently working in a care setting and have 3 months of work experience.

Assessment

This diploma is delivered in the workplace using a variety of assessment methods, with competency evidence collected throughout the course. Assessment methods include workplace observations, witness testimonies, professional discussion, oral and written questions and work product evidence.