Adult Care Worker Level 2

Outline

Adult care workers are the frontline staff who work helping and supporting adults with care and/or support needs to achieve their personal goals, whilst living as independently and safely as possible, enabling them to have choice and control in their lives. Job titles may include, but are not exclusive to: Care Assistant, Care Worker, Support Worker, Personal Assistant in settings including residential, domiciliary, day services, substance misuse, learning disability services, mental health support including outreach and re-enablement.

Assessment

Mandatory Qualifications

• Level 2 Diploma in Care
• Care Certificate completion evidence

A portfolio of evidence will be developed by the apprentice with the support of the assessor. This portfolio will show the knowledge, skills and the behaviors demonstrated to be an effective competent Adult Care Worker.

End Point Assessment

The end point assessment is synoptic, and takes place at the end of the apprentice’s learning and development. The requirement is that the end point assessment is completed within three months from the start of the end point assessment period. The end point assessment is made up of the following components:

• A situational judgement test- 60 questions using real work scenario’s graded pass/merit/distinction
• A professional discussion – 45 minutes informed by prior learning and experience and supporting evidence submitted including statements from individuals.
  

Entry Requirements

Each organisation will have their own entry requirements, and must be able to provide opportunities to work towards this apprenticeship as part of the job role.

Apprentices aged 16-18 must achieve maths and English, prior to End Point Assessment or provide a certificate of prior achievement. For Apprentices aged 19+ maths and English are optional – to be agreed at the start of programme.

Funding may be available to cover this apprenticeship, please contact us for more information on eligibility.

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