Adult Care Worker Level 2
- MOA
- Part Time
- Level
- Level 2
- Type
- Adult PT
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Location
- Employer Premises
- Start date: 07/09/2026
You must be employed in a care role in order to complete this qualification.
Adult Care Workers are frontline staff who work in a care role to make a positive difference to someone’s life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional or intellectual challenges. An adult care worker works with people and is passionate about supporting and enabling people to live a more independent and fulfilling life. This is a rewarding and worthwhile job that provides excellent career opportunities.
- Course Overview
These are the personal attributes and behaviours expected of all Adult Care Workers when carrying out their roles, these can include:
Caring – You are required to be caring consistently and enough about individuals to make a positive difference to their lives
Compassionate – You will deliver care and support with kindness, consideration, dignity and respect
Courageous – you will be required to do the right thing for people and speak up if the individual you support is at risk
Communication – Good communication is central to successful caring relationships and effective team working
Competencey – Are you able to apply knowledge and skills to provide high quality care and support
Commitment – to improving the experience of people who need care and support ensuring it is person centred
On programme – Typically 14 - 18 months.
You are required to complete a portfolio of evidence and demonstrate your working practice minimum twice whilst on the programme. Once certificate gained you are then ready to enter the Gateway process for the end point assessment.
- Entry Requirements
Achieved 5 GCSE’s including Maths & English at grade C or above or 4/5 (new grading), will accept key skills or Functional Skills Level 1.
A Level 2 Care Certificate and current DBS.
- Course Fees
This course costs £258.50, including exam fees.
You may be eligible for free study if you are 23 or under and this is your first full Level 2 or 3 course. Alternatively, if you are unemployed, receiving an eligible benefit, and taking the course to help you find employment.
You may also be entitled to additional financial support including course materials, uniforms, and childcare expenses depending upon your individual circumstances. Read more about Financial Support for adults.
- How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this course, please click 'Apply' in the top right, follow the steps, and our Admissions Team will be in touch with you.
For more information, advice and guidance please phone Employer Engagement on 01524 521483 or 0800 306306 or email advice@lmc.ac.uk
Course code: B36802
