Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
E. Quality Training Limited
New Hall Street, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 5HQ
Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)
Level 2
Available start dates
Available start dates
Thursday, 01 October 2026
E. Quality Training Limited
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Course Summary
This qualification gives you the knowledge you need if you are interested in working in adult social care. You will learn about the values, skills and responsibilities needed to support adults in different care settings. The course is theory-based, so you do not need to be working in a care job to complete it.
Course Details
You will study a range of topics, including:
The role of the adult social care worker
Communication skills in care settings
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Duty of care
Person-centred approaches
Safeguarding and protection
Health and safety in social care
Handling information and confidentiality
These units will give you an excellent foundation for moving into further training or employment in the care sector.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Coursework and assignments
Written tasks and portfolio of evidence
No final exam � assessment is ongoing throughout the course
Entry requirements
An interest in working with and supporting people
Good communication skills
Commitment to attendance and participation
Equipment required
Basic stationery (pens, paper, folder)
Access to a computer for written work and research
Your next steps...
After completing this qualification, you can move on to:
Level 2 or Level 3 Diplomas in Health and Social Care
An apprenticeship in adult social care
Employment as a care assistant, support worker or similar role
Additional information
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