Introduction to Social Care (Level 2) Course

Course Structure

The Level 2 award in Introduction to Social Care is divided into five comprehensive modules:

Unit 1: Introduction to the role of the carer

• Types of caring roles
• Who needs care and why
• A carers role

Unit 2: Carers – The role of the Government

• Definition of a carer
• What a carers assessment is
• How the Government can help
• The protection of vulnerable adults and children

Unit 3: Health and Safety in Care environments

• Introduce the Care Quality Commission
• Health and Safety
• Risk Assessments
• Security

Unit 4: Valuing People’s Equality, Diversity and Rights

• Definitions
• Different type of discrimination
• Principles of good practice
• Discrimination- who is at risk
• Where to get advice

Unit 5: Basic Care Skills

• Factors to consider
• Needs
• The future
• Working in the caring profession

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