Caring for the Elderly – Level 2

The free Distance Learning Caring for the Elderly course is aimed at someone who would like to gain knowledge and understand the principles of elderly care, legislation and common health issues that relate to caring for the elderly.  
Course Duration:
16 weeks
Course Level:
Level 2
Course Fees:
Free

Course Details

To complete the enrolment process, we are required to see proof of ID, such as a passport or driving license. We will also need to see either proof of earnings, such as a recent payslip (from within the last 3 months), or proof of benefits, such as a recent, full Universal Credit statement. This is so that we can check your eligibility for full funding.

These documents must be uploaded when completing your enrolment form.

The course is divided into 6 mandatory units as follows:

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

 

Due to the nature and course delivery of distance learning we require all applicants to hold a minimum of English Literacy Level 1 or equivalent.

If you are between 19-23 years of age you must also have already achieved a full level 2 qualification (or higher) or 5 GCSE Grades A*-C/Grade 9-4.

We will require evidence of this in order to receive funding for you.

If you are unsure of your level of literacy, please let us know.

Each candidate is required to give written responses to questions, which will be submitted to a qualified script marker to assess. These responses can either be handwritten in the assessment booklets, or typed using electronic templates, which are provided at induction.  Candidates are issued with workbooks to assist with assessments.

You will be required to submit 4 assessments each taking 4 weeks to complete.

Upon completion, you will receive an electronic certificate, which will be sent to you via email. A paper certificate can be issued upon request.

Courses are fully funded subject to learner eligibility and changes in government funding. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you wish to discuss the eligibility criteria otherwise we will confirm eligibility upon receiving your application.

For further information about the course specification please visit the awarding body’s web site www.TQUK.org or click here.

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Our Fees & Funding

Our Level 2 Distance Learning courses are now completely free of charge*

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