Professional Training Solutions
Apprenticeship

Level 2 Adult Care Worker

Please note, to enrol on an apprenticeship you must be working in a relevant sector for at least 16 hours per week. If you are not currently employed, you can view our apprenticeship vacancies here. You do not need to be employed to apply for these and new vacancies are added regularly.

Course Synopsis

The Level 2 Adult Care Worker apprenticeship helps you build a career supporting adults to live as independently, safely and comfortably as possible. Working in care settings such as residential homes, supported living or people’s own homes, you’ll develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours to deliver compassionate, person centred care that protects each individual’s dignity, independence and choices, as you learn on the job.

Why Study

Start or grow a career as a care assistant, support worker or key worker.
Work in residential care, supported living, day services or people’s own homes.
Progress to Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker or Level 5 Leader in Adult Care.

Course Content

Deliver person centred care that promotes each individual’s choice, independence and dignity in daily life.
Recognise and report safeguarding concerns, and understand your duty of care to those you support.
Support physical health, mental health and emotional wellbeing, and encourage positive lifestyle choices.
Communicate effectively with individuals, families, colleagues and other professionals as part of the team.
Follow infection prevention, health and safety, confidentiality and professional boundaries to work safely.

How It Works

You learn on the job, combining structured training with practical experience in your care role, so you apply what you learn straight away in real situations. Our experienced tutors support you throughout, and additional learning support and reasonable adjustments are available if you need them. At the end, an independent end point assessment checks you can work safely, compassionately and competently, including safeguarding, communication and person centred care. English and maths are supported alongside your training.

Eligibility

To enrol, you must be working in a relevant adult care role for at least 16 hours per week, one that lets you develop and show the skills the apprenticeship requires. Not currently employed? You don’t need a job to apply for our apprenticeship vacancies, and new roles are added regularly. You’ll need a genuine interest in supporting others, and to meet the suitability and employment requirements for adult care. Your English and maths will be assessed and supported. Not sure this applies to you? Get in touch and our team will be happy to help.

Future Progression

Apprenticeships:

Careers:

  • Care Assistant
  • Care Worker
  • Support Worker
  • Domiciliary Care Worker
  • Home Carer
  • Personal Assistant
  • Residential Care Worker
  • Healthcare Assistant
  • Rehabilitation Worker

The Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship is a nationally recognised work based programme for individuals starting or developing a career in adult social care. Apprentices provide person centred care and support to help people maintain their independence, dignity, health, and wellbeing while earning a salary and gaining a recognised qualification.

The main requirement is that you are employed in a suitable adult social care role where you can demonstrate the skills required by the apprenticeship standard. Functional Skills support in maths and English can be provided where needed, and reasonable IT skills are expected for online learning.

The apprenticeship typically takes 12 to 15 months to complete, depending on experience and progress. Apprentices remain employed throughout, receive support from a dedicated tutor, and complete off the job training during paid working hours.

The apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a career in adult social care and an excellent progression route to the Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship. Many employers retain successful apprentices as permanent qualified members of staff following completion.