Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Level 2

Looking to begin a rewarding career in adult social care with confidence?

Our NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care covers the key skills and knowledge needed for entry into the sector. You’ll learn about communication, safeguarding, equality and diversity, personal development, and the role of the social care worker in providing safe and person-centred support.

With demand for social care services rising, this qualification offers a strong foundation for employment or progression within the sector. It’s ideal for anyone new to adult social care or considering a career change into this vital field.

What will you learn?

Course title: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Course ref: 600/0047/8

This qualification helps you:

• Describe the basic concepts of caring within adult social care settings
• Demonstrate understanding of effective communication in health and social care
• Explain the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion and their importance in care practice
• Recognise the importance of personal development and reflective practice in social care roles
• Identify the key responsibilities of the social care worker
• Demonstrate understanding of safe and appropriate handling of information in care settings
• Explain the principles of health and safety and how they apply in social care environments
• Recognise safeguarding responsibilities and the duty of care owed to individuals
• Describe the principles of person-centred approaches in adult social care
• Apply knowledge as preparation for further learning or employment in the health and social care sector

Your course is divided into manageable units:

• Unit 1: Understand the role of the social care worker
• Unit 2: Principles of personal development in adult social care
• Unit 3: Understand person-centred approaches in adult social care settings
• Unit 4: Principles of diversity, equality and inclusion in adult social care settings
• Unit 5: Principles of communication in adult social care settings
• Unit 6: Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care
• Unit 7: Introduction to duty of care in health, social care or children's and young people's settings
• Unit 8: Understand how to handle information in social care settings
• Unit 9: Understand health and safety in social care settings

No exams required you’ll complete assessment activities that demonstrate your knowledge and skills.

Why learn with us?

• Flexible online learning – study anywhere, anytime, and fit learning around your lifestyle.
• Maximise learning & development budgets – employers can improve retention, morale, and CPD outcomes.
• 80% achievement rate – achieve a nationally recognised NCFE CACHE qualification.
• Dedicated tutor support – expert guidance every step of the way.
• Achieve in as little as 10 weeks - by committing 5–10 hours per week.

What our learners say

“It’s given me the confidence to be able to advance my work life.’’ Online Course Learner.

Where could this qualification lead?

Successful learners often progress to:

• Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
• Level 3 Certificate in Mental Health
• Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism
• Level 3 Certificate in Principles of End-of-life Care
• Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care

This course is also a great step toward careers in:

• Care Assistant
• Support Worker
• healthcare Assistant
• Home Care Worker
• Residential Care Worker
• Voluntary Roles (such as charities, Care Home volunteer, Hospice volunteer or Community Health Projects).

Course Requirements

This course requires a basic level of English and Mathematics proficiency. By purchasing this course, you confirm that you meet these requirements.

Proof of Identification: Our operations team will contact you directly to request a copy of your identification for the purpose of registering you with the awarding body.