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The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has introduced a new Level 2 qualification for the adult social care workforce. This qualification, which has been developed from the 15 widely used Care Certificate standards, is part of the Government commitment to recognising the care workforce for the professional career it is.
Currently over 50% of the workforce do not hold an accredited qualification but the sector is filled with experienced and committed colleagues who deserve to be acknowledged for the skilled care they provide.
Under the Department’s current plans, it is encouraged for care providers to prioritise enrolling staff who do not hold a relevant qualification on to the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate qualification to enable them to benefit from gaining one.
Entry requirements
This qualification is available to those aged 19+ and will take around 6-8 months to achieve. This does not include any English or Maths content but can be studied alongside.
Additional information
The DHSC has funding that allows adult social care employers to claim funding for certain training courses and qualifications on behalf of eligible care staff. Eligible employers can claim funding for the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate on behalf of eligible care staff for up to £1500 per qualification.
For the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate, a combined claims model will apply, wherein employers must claim 60% of the reimbursement value upon their employee starting the qualification, with the remaining 40% reimbursement provided upon proof of course completion.
To enquire about this course, contact our team at clinicaladmin@telfordcollege.ac.uk
Type
Part time
Duration
6 months
Campus
Haybridge Road
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