Level 2 Award in Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities
QUALIFICATIONS
This qualification provides learners with the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills around supporting individuals with learning disabilities. It is aimed at learners who support individuals with learning disabilities as part of their job role.
The units offered within this qualification mirror those offered within the Learning Disabilities Pathway of the Health and Social Care Diplomas in England.
This qualification is approved by the Quality Assured Care Learning Service (QACLS), confirming it meets national quality standards and can support employers to access funding through the Learning and Development Support Scheme and is also available as a level 3 award.
| Qualification No. | Level | Credit Value | Awarding Organisation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 600/4041/5 | 2 | 12 |
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Qualification Overview
A minimum total of 12 credits must be achieved to gain the qualification as follows:
Group M – 4 credits
Group O – 8 credits
To achieve the qualification you need to pass all of the online computer-marked assessments.
Each unit will also have associated learning materials. All the answers to the assessment questions can be found within the learning materials.
Group M - Mandatory Units
| Unit | AO Ref. | Title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K/601/5315 | LD201 | Understand the context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities | 2 | 4 |
Group O - Optional Units
| Unit | AO Ref. | Title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J/601/2874 | DEM201 | Dementia awareness | 2 | 2 |
| A/601/2886 | DEM207 | Understand equality, diversity and inclusion in dementia care | 2 | 2 |
| M/601/5316 | LD210 | Introductory awareness of autistic spectrum conditions | 2 | 2 |
| F/601/3442 | SS MU 2.1 | Introductory awareness of sensory loss | 2 | 2 |
| Y/601/3446 | SS OP 2.1 | Introductory awareness of models of disability | 2 | 2 |
Topics Covered
The units offered within this qualification mirror those offered within the Learning Disabilities Pathway of the Health and Social Care Diplomas in England.
Delivery
Delivered and accessed online via EdgeWorks™ Care Academy
Assessment marking and invigilation
NCFE CACHE qualification certificate upon successful completion
Online candidate support
Learner records archived for future tracking and reporting
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