Level 2 Adult Social Care and Understanding Autism (RQF) - Two Course Bundle

• Access Duration: 24 Months
• Awarded by: NCFE CACHE
• Credit Value: 35
• GLH: 290
• TQT: 350
• Qualification Level: 2
• Qualification Number: 610/4131/2

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism:

• Access Duration: 24 Months
• Awarded by: NCFE CACHE
• Credit Value: 18
• GLH: 152
• TQT: 180
• Qualification Level: 2
• Qualification Number: 601/6330/6

• Analyse the core principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care settings.
• Evaluate the diverse roles and responsibilities of a social care worker in various settings.
• Demonstrate effective methods for handling sensitive information in social care settings.
• Identify key health and safety regulations relevant to adult social care environments.

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism:

• Demonstrate a complete understanding of autism as a spectrum condition, recognising the varying ways it can present in individuals.
• Develop strategies to support effective communication and interaction with individuals on the autism spectrum.
• Raise awareness of different perspectives and approaches to supporting individuals with autism.
• Develop inclusive practices that support the education, employment, and social participation of individuals with autism.
• Understand the sensory processing differences that may affect individuals with autism and learn how to create environments that are supportive and accommodating.

• Caregivers
• Care workers
• Residential support workers
• Domiciliary care workers
• Senior care assistants
• Home care coordinators
• Support workers
• Rehabilitation workers
• Community care workers

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism is ideal for anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of autism.

• Special education needs teachers and teaching assistants
• Autism support workers
• Healthcare workers
• Care workers
• Care coordinators
• Community-based support workers

Completing the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate opens the door to several career prospects in the healthcare, adult care, and social care sectors. If you’re already working in the care sector, the skills acquired through this course can lead to more specialised roles within residential and nursing homes. Additionally, this certification serves as a stepping stone for higher education and career advancement. It supports personal development by arming you with the right skills to manage emotional and practical challenges when dealing with patients in a care environment.

Here are some career prospects you can explore, once you’ve achieved this certificate.

• Care Coordinator
• Caregiver
• Residential Support Worker
• Domiciliary Care Worker
• Senior Care Assistant
• Home Care Coordinator
• Support Worker
• Rehabilitation Worker
• Community Care Worker

This Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism helps in advancing your career by enhancing your professional credibility and opening doors to specialised roles. It can also serve as a stepping stone to higher academic pursuits. The skills and knowledge acquired through this course can also lead to opportunities where you can make a significant impact on autism support practices and services.

Here are some career prospects you can explore, once you’ve achieved the Level 2 Certificate.

• Autism Support Worker
• Special Education Needs Teacher
• Autism Specialist
• Care Coordinator

• Learners over the age of 19 years are eligible to enrol for the course.
• A Level 1 qualification is recommended.
• Learners should have GCSE in English and Maths.
• Learners must spend a minimum of 40 hours working, volunteering, or on practical placement in a suitable environment.

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism: 

• Learners should be over the age of 16.
• It is recommended learners have a Level 1 qualification.
• Learners should have GCSE in English and Maths.
• Have an intermediate ability to read and write in English.

• This Level 2 Adult Social Care and Understanding Autism Bundle can be completed in a matter of months or over the course of two years. Some learners may complete the course quicker, depending on their personal circumstances and available study time. We will accommodate your pace, providing unlimited support for 24 months.

•  Assignment Submission: You will be required to complete and submit written assignments for 15 units. Once submitted, each assignment is reviewed and marked internally by an assessor. After your assignments are graded, you will receive detailed and constructive feedback from your personal tutor. This feedback is designed to help you improve and refine your skills for future assignments.
• Practical Placement: You will be required to complete 40 hours working or volunteering in an adult and social care environment.
• Direct Observation: You will be required to undergo direct observation in a suitable environment to demonstrate your practical skills. This hands-on assessment validates your competence and ability to perform essential tasks and responsibilities.

The Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism is assessed through written assignments for six units, which are evaluated by an assessor. Importantly, there is no exam. Here’s an overview of how you will be assessed throughout:

• Written Assignments: The course requires you to complete written assignments. Your assignments will be marked internally by an assessor.
• Feedback and Guidance: Your personal tutor will consistently monitor your progress and provide you with detailed feedback and guidance. This constructive feedback is designed to help you improve in future assessments.
•  Assessor Support: Throughout your studies, you will have comprehensive support from assessors through multiple channels, including telephone, WhatsApp, online discussions, email, and web chats.

For further details or any specific questions about the assessment process, please click the ‘Enquire Now’ button below to get in touch with us.

Next possible steps for an Academic Progression Pathway: 

• Step 01: Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
• Step 02: Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
• Step 03: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services
• Step 04: Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care
• Step 05: HNC or HND in Health and Social Care
• Step 06: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, or Health and Social Care

Additional qualifications you can progress to: 

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
• Specialised training in dementia, palliative care, or mental health

After completing this Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism, you can advance to a higher-level qualification. You also have the option to pursue a degree in healthcare or adult care.

A possible next step of Academic Progression Pathway:

• Step 01: Level 3 Diploma for the Children’s Workforce (Early Years Educator)
• Step 02: Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England
• Step 03: Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England)
• Step 04: Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Step 05: Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or Psychology
• Step 06: Master’s Degree in Special Education Needs, Autism Studies, or Applied Behaviour Analysis.

Additional qualifications you can progress to:

• Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support Services
• Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support
• Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (England)

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RQF

The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is a system used in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales to categorise and regulate qualifications based on their level of difficulty and size. RQF is jointly regulated by England’s regulator Ofqual, Wales DCELLS, and Northern Ireland’s CCEA. The RQF ensures qualifications are standardised, making it easier for learners, employers, and educational institutions to understand the value and level of each qualification. The framework consists of nine levels, from Entry Level to Level 8, with each level indicating the complexity and depth of learning. For a qualification to be recognised as part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), it must be created or approved by an awarding body that is acknowledged by one of the government-appointed regulatory bodies.