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  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

    The Skills Network
    This course prepares you for any role within adult social care
    • 14,277 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Are you interested in making a meaningful contribution to the well-being of vulnerable adults in our society? This free online course is designed specifically for individuals seeking to prepare themselves for a rewarding career in adult social care. With an estimated 818,000 adul …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Start your career in Social Care.
    • 46,351 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    As the need for adult social care continues to rise, it's important that care workers have up-to-date support and guidance that allows them to provide the best care possible for the people they work with. If you'd like to work in adult social care, this fully online course will h …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

    The Skills Network
    This course prepares you for any role within adult social care
    • 14,277 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Are you interested in making a meaningful contribution to the well-being of vulnerable adults in our society? This free online course is designed specifically for individuals seeking to prepare themselves for a rewarding career in adult social care. With an estimated 818,000 adul …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Safe Handling of Medication in Health & Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Safe Handling of Medication
    • 22,102 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    Modern medicines are powerful substances which have beneficial effects for millions of people worldwide. However, inappropriate use or handling of these substances can have severe, or even fatal, consequences. Up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines is essential fo …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Dignity & Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Benefit the people you care for
    • 6,575 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If you work in health and social care, you need to understand the fundamentals of safeguarding in order to protect the health, well-being and human rights of the people you care for. Our level 2 certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Customer Service skills for Care
    • 2,871 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The best healthcare providers thrive by creating positive working relationships with patients, families and residents. This fully online level 2 Certificate in Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings is designed to help you develop these positive working relationship …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for Children and Young people
    • 85,418 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    We all know how important it is for children and young people to be safe and well cared for. Unfortunately, some children are at risk of abuse and exploitation. If you’re involved in caring for children and you want to help those affected by these issues, our level 2 certificate …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Nurse. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 34,881 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If nursing has always been your dream job, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Nursing) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in nursing. If you don’t have the grades you need to apply for university, an Access to HE …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about domestic abuse.
    • 4,359 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    The annual Crime Survey estimates that almost 2.5 Million adults experience domestic abuse each year. In addition, one in five children witness or experience domestic abuse in their childhood. Although it is often an under reported crime, with most cases of domestic abuse kept hi …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health

    The Skills Network
    Increase your knowledge of children and young people's mental health
    • 6,032 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    Our level 2 understanding children and young people’s mental health course develops the skills needed to understand mental health conditions that affect people, the legislation and guidance surrounding mental health, risk factors that may affect mental well-being and the impact t …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Special Education Needs and Disability

    The Skills Network
    Improve your knowledge of Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND)
    • 24,200 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with special educational needs and disabilities? If so, this Level 2 Certificate in Special Educational Needs and Disability (RQF) Course is ideal for you. You'll explore many different aspects of SEND, incl …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Care Planning

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,797 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In the care sector, it’s important that residents and patients are treated with a friendly and caring approach. The need for high-quality, skilled and knowledgeable care workers has never been greater. Our level 2 course in Care Planning will make sure you’ve got all the knowledg …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,287 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Britain has an ageing population - the number of people aged over 64 is expected to grow to 15 million by 2040. This means more people will live with serious chronic illnesses and need end of life care. Our level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care will give you the k …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and support. Understand Young People's Mental Health.
    • 14,628 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    Around 1 in 10 children and young people are affected by mental health problems, so it’s important that people working with them have a good understanding of mental health. If you want to learn about mental health issues to support children and young people that you work with, or …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 5,573 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Around 15% of people have a learning difficulty, which means they can find it harder to learn certain skills. If you're looking to improve your understanding and awareness of learning difficulties, this is the course for you. You will learn about a range of specific learning diff …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Cancer Support

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Cancer Support
    • 4,003 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    One in two people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. For many people, diagnosis can be a daunting and overwhelming time. It's important that people can access the right levels of care and services when they need it most. As cancer treatments are improved and more pe …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professionals)

    Learning Curve Group
    Ideal for Health Professionals. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 9,055 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If your dream career is to work in the healthcare sector, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Health Professionals) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of healthcare related degrees. If you don’t have the grades you …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention

    The Skills Network
    Improve your understanding and awareness of suicide and self-harm
    • 3,085 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    This qualification is aimed at anyone seeking to improve their understanding and awareness of suicide and self-harm. The knowledge individuals will gain is not sector-specific but can be applied to a broad range of personal and professional situations. Individuals who may find th …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,000 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If you work in care, it’s essential that you know about some of the most common health conditions faced by people in the UK. This level 2 course covers a variety of health conditions including dementia, strokes, sensory loss, arthritis and Parkinson’s disease. It’s a great way to …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

    The Skills Network
    Raise your awareness of mental health with this distance learning course
    • 1,881 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    UK employers, particularly in the health and social care sector, are increasingly interested in their staff having a sound understanding of a range of mental health problems. The demand for mental health skills and resources has been steadily growing throughout the last decade, b …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 7,021 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Around 450 million people worldwide suffer from a mental health problem. You can help tackle this challenge by increasing your knowledge with our level 2 certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems. This fully online course will help you gain new knowledge and skills for y …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology)

    Learning Curve Group
    Start your career in psychology. Pay nothing for this course if you graduate from University.
    • 5,761 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If a career in one of the many psychology disciplines is your dream, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Psychology) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of psychology degrees. If you don’t have the grades you need t …
    Free

  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Business School
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 2,610 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    Are you struggling to get in-person work experience? Do you want to know more about what it's really like to work in different sectors like Marketing, Product design, Finance or Care? If so, this Digital Work Experience course could be exactly what you're looking for. This D …
    Free

  • Certificate in Awareness of Men's Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 616 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The number of men who have suicidal thoughts has doubled since 2009. Although men are now more likely to see a therapist if they’re feeling worried or low, there’s still a long way to go to ensure that men are supported with their mental health. This online course, Understanding …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in LGBTQIA+ Inclusion in the workplace (RQF)

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Become a LGBT ally
    • 1,710 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Inclusivity in the workplace is important for any industry, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion is a priority for many organisations. Social attitudes and legal rights have changed dramatically in recent years, and it’s important that employees are protected from discrimination in the workpla …
    Free

  • Get ready to work - From digital work experience to mock interviews

    Reed Business School
    The ultimate careers programme for students, graduates and job seekers
    • 328 students
    • Online
    • 7.9 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Popular
    Calling all students… If you want to know how to get into your dream job or career once you've finished school, college or university, this course is for you. Gateway to Work is a free digital careers programme that gives you all the tools you need to smoothly transition from edu …
    Free
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Reed Courses advertises a large variety of Social care courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The Social care courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a Social care course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

If you're looking for Social care courses, you might also be interested in Healthcare, Social worker and Health & Social Care. These courses can be taken to further enhance your understanding of the subject. By having a broader understanding of the subject can help you to improve your professional or personal development.

In addition to free Social care courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online Social care courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

Reed Courses advertises a variety of free online Social care courses. Alternatively you'll be able to enrol on an online Social care course of your choosing, and study entirely online. If you'd prefer an in-person learning experience, you could take a classroom Social care course where you'll be taught in a classroom at a given location. Reed Courses also advertises distance learning courses and in-company Social care courses from a variety of learning providers.
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