Distance Learning - Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Award L1 (24/25)
Course Overview
With an aging population it is more crucial than ever to have enough professionals in adult social care. This course is ideal for anyone looking to move into the social care sector. It covers fundamental knowledge, values and attitudes in what is a demanding but rewarding and important aspect of social care. We would recommend this course to anyone who is looking to get into a career in adult social care, or wants to learn more about caring for their loved ones.
Learners start and complete our distance learning courses every day, all year, so there is no need to wait until term begins. The courses are designed to be ready when you are, so you can fit it into your schedule.
Study takes place in an online virtual learning environment (VLE) where you can study at any time and at your own pace. We ask that learners complete their courses within the given timeframe and that as a broad average most courses can take approximately 6-8 hours per week to complete. However, timeframes are flexible on a person-by-person basis should any learners require reasonable adjustments or other additional support.
What topics are covered?
- Introduction to the adult care sector
- Introduction to values and principles
- Awareness of skills and attitudes
- Awareness of communication
- Roles and responsibilities of the adult social care worker
Success Story
- "Thoroughly enjoyed this course with Bath College and felt very well supported by all the different offers of learning and guidance. Found both my tutor and my course contacts very helpful and understanding to work alongside."
- "It has been a while since I've been in a formal learning environment. On the whole this was an excellent course and a very good experience."
- "I really enjoyed completed the course. At age 52 I thought my learning days were behind me but now find myself looking to do another one."
Course Details
Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care L1
Code
S12ASC1/RRF1A
Duration
24 Weeks
Price
Non-Funded
£216.00
Frequently asked questions
With an aging population it is more crucial than ever to have enough professionals in adult social care. This course is ideal for anyone looking to move into the social care sector. It covers fundamental knowledge, values and attitudes in what is a demanding but rewarding and important aspect of social care. We would recommend this course to anyone who is looking to get into a career in adult social care, or wants to learn more about caring for their loved ones.
Learners start and complete our distance learning courses every day, all year, so there is no need to wait until term begins. The courses are designed to be ready when you are, so you can fit it into your schedule.
Study takes place in an online virtual learning environment (VLE) where you can study at any time and at your own pace. We ask that learners complete their courses within the given timeframe and that as a broad average most courses can take approximately 6-8 hours per week to complete. However, timeframes are flexible on a person-by-person basis should any learners require reasonable adjustments or other additional support.
- Learners must live in England
- Learners must not live in a local combined authority, apart from West of England Combined Authority (WECA)
- Learners must have lived in the European Economic area or the UK for at least the last three years
- Non-UK nationals will be asked to supply evidence of their immigration status
- Learners aged 19-23 must already hold a either a full level 2 qualification, or 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above