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Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care - Employability

Course ID: 170360

Course Year: 23/24

Course Details

  • This course is suitable for adults aged 19 and over.
  • You’ll be able to study at a time to suit you, in the comfort of your own home.
  • The course is free of charge to adults who meet eligibility criteria.
  • The course is delivered using an online platform, supported throughout by a member of our experienced team.
  • Ideal for students looking to improve their knowledge and understanding of this topic.
  • You’ll be supported, no matter what your learning style or needs. We have an amazing team of staff to help you achieve your best.

What to expect from the course

With the growing demand for adult social care, it is crucial to ensure that care workers receive timely and comprehensive support and guidance. This empowers them to deliver the highest level of care to the individuals they serve. Additionally, they will gain a deep understanding of the significance of safeguarding, equality and diversity, as well as their duty of care.

This comprehensive course encompasses a wide range of vital units that are essential for professionals in the sector. By enrolling in this course, you will gain a deeper understanding of sector expectations, person-centred care, safe working practices, duty of care, safeguarding, equality and diversity.

Qualifications

On successful completion of the qualification you will achieve an NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Why study with us?

Student Benefits

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Academy Bakery

The Academy Bakery is located on the Duke Street campus, producing a range of first class baked goods daily. These include artisan breads, patisserie and biscuits, as well as special occasion/novelty cakes by award-winning master-bakers. Students are offered a range of discounts throughout the year.

The Academy Bakery
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Academy Hair and Beauty Salons

Duke Street is also home to The Academy Hair and Beauty salons. They offer generous student discounts on a wide range of hair and beauty treatments, at a fraction of high-street prices. These include styling, cutting, perming, highlights, facials, manicures, electrolysis and traditional and homeopathic massage.

The Academy Salons
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Academy Restaurant

Duke Street campus is also home to the College’s Academy Restaurant. Often referred to by it’s customers as Liverpool’s hidden gem, the restaurant serves top class cuisine, at highly competitive prices. Food is expertly prepared by professional chef/tutors and young chefs in training and offers students a range of discounts at different times of the year.

The Academy Restaurant
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Microsoft Office 365 - Free

When you become a student of the College you’ll receive full access to Microsoft Office 365. This allows you to install the software on your own computer and other devices at home, completely free of charge.

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Onsite Sports Facilities/Fitness Suite

The college has excellent sports and fitness facilities at its Roscoe Street campus. Students pay a one-off membership fee for all year round usage of weekly supervised gym sessions, as well as access to a number of sporting clubs and events.


We're here to help...

Contact us to discuss your application or find out more:

 : 0151 252 3000
 : enquiry@liv-coll.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this course learners must be aged 19+ and over, have at least a Level 1 in English, good IT skills and access to a PC or laptop.

For more information please email employability@liv-coll.ac.uk and one of the team will get back to you.

Fees

This course is only available to learners aged 19 and over.
If you are unemployed or earning less than £31,600 a year? You may qualify to join this course for free.
To find out more, contact our admissions team on 0151 252 3000 or at applications@liv-coll.ac.uk.

Fee for23/24 is 811.00
In future years this fee may be subject to change.


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