This qualification develops a basic knowledge of the adult social care sector. It covers the type of job roles and services within it, the role of communication and the importance of valuing the individuals being cared for.
Course aim
This qualification will enable learners to develop a basic knowledge of the adult social care sector and is aimed at those learners who wish to explore roles in this field.
Do I need any particular skills or experience?
- This course is for beginners and improvers
- Before you can join this course you will need to talk to a member of staff and do an initial assessment to make sure the course is right for you. Please call the Student Support Team on 0300 303 3464
By the end of the course I should be able to:
- be introduced to the adult social care sector.
- be introduced to the values and principles of adult social care.
- be aware of the skills and attitudes needed to work in adult social care.
- be aware of communication in adult social care.
- be aware of the roles and responsibilities of the adult social care worker.
What else do I need to know?
Pre-course reading is required: resources will be made available to you using the WEA's digital learning platform, Canvas: http://bit.ly/WEAonline. You will have access to to course resources and links to wider learning through the WEA's digital learning platform, Canvas: http://bit.ly/WEAonline.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care - Accredited







