Level 2 Certificate in Caring for the Elderly

Course Overview

The purpose of the qualification is to develop learners’ knowledge and understanding relevant to working with the elderly.

Who is suitable?

This qualification is suitable for learners who are looking to enter into, or progress within, employment in a variety of sectors and job roles where an understanding of care planning is required.

What you will learn

This course is split into six manageable units:

• Unit 1: Principles of elderly care in the UK
• Unit 2: Maintaining health and well-being in elderly care
• Unit 3: Common health issues affecting individuals in elderly care
• Unit 4: Individual rights in elderly care
• Unit 5: Minimising risk in elderly care
• Unit 6: Communication in elderly Care

Learning method

Studying via Remote E-Learning means you can choose when and where you study. We ensure that you get all the support you need throughout your course in the form of a personal tutor.

This course is available: Fully online

This fully online course is made available on The Skills Network’s online learning platform, EQUAL. Online learning with a difference. EQUAL features:

• Exciting and engaging content
• Interactivity – featuring videos and games to enhance learning
• Access to an online portfolio where learning and feedback can be accessed at any time

Benefits

• Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Establish a long-standing career pathway within the care industry
• This course is delivered via Remote E-Learning, allowing you to choose when and where you study
• Study will enhance both your personal skills and professional development
• A personal tutor will be assigned to you, to ensure you have the necessary support needed to be successful and complete your qualification.

If you would like more information, please call Georgia Whitfield on 0151 257 2175 or email: remote-e-learning@riversidecollege.ac.uk