Who is this qualification for?

This qualification is aimed at individuals who are preparing to work in a role within adult social care. It forms the knowledge component of the Advanced Apprenticeship for Health and Social Care and can also be delivered on a stand-alone basis.

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How long will it take?

To complete this qualification learners should expect to undertake 190 hours of learning or 6-12 months

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Topics covered

These include Principles of communication in adult social care settings, personal development in adult social care settings, diversity, equality and inclusion in adult social care settings, safeguarding and protection in health and social care, implementing the duty of care in health, social care or children’s and young people’s settings, the role of the social care worker and person-centred approaches in adult social care settings.

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Assessment method

This qualification can be assessed by a portfolio of evidence.