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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Adult Social Care
Build your confidence in adult social care and gain a recognised qualification that combines essential knowledge with assessed workplace practice.
What does this qualification cover?
The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate develops the knowledge and practical skills needed to provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care in England.
You will explore your responsibilities as a care worker, communication, safeguarding, equality and inclusion, duty of care, and supporting individuals’ dignity and independence. The course also develops your understanding of safe working practices and meeting people’s care and support needs.
This is a regulated qualification based on the Care Certificate standards, with assessment of both your knowledge and workplace skills.
Study format: Online study supported by a dedicated tutor and assessor, with monthly check-ins to keep you progressing. Assessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence, including written work and observations of your practice.
Workplace requirement: You must be working, volunteering or completing a suitable practical placement in adult social care in England. NCFE requires a minimum of 40 workplace hours, although you may need more time to demonstrate all the required skills. Your role must provide suitable opportunities for workplace assessment.
Entry requirements: You must be aged 16 or over and have a suitable adult care role or placement. We normally expect your English and maths skills to be at Functional Skills Level 1 or above. You will need sufficient written English to understand the course materials and complete the assessments.
These skills will help you communicate effectively, understand instructions, maintain accurate records and use basic maths relevant to your responsibilities.
You do not need a Functional Skills certificate to enrol. An initial assessment will help identify your readiness and any support you need. If you are unsure whether the course or your workplace is suitable, please contact us before purchasing.
Duration: Typically 6–8 months, depending on your experience, progress and access to workplace assessment.
Employer funding: This qualification is eligible for the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS). Eligible adult social care employers in England can claim reimbursement of up to £1,540 per learner, limited to the eligible costs they have paid. Funding is subject to scheme eligibility, claim approval and availability. If you are paying for yourself, speak to your employer before purchasing to explore this route.
It’s ideal if you:
Are new to adult social care and want to develop your knowledge and confidence.
Already work in care and want formal recognition of your knowledge and practical skills.
Are an employer looking to develop and recognise your care team’s competence.
Want a foundation for further learning in adult care.
What you’ll gain:
The nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated NCFE CACHE Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate.
Evidence of your knowledge and practical competence through workplace assessment.
Greater confidence in providing safe, person-centred care.
A foundation for progression to the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, subject to its entry requirements.
Qualification number: 610/4131/2.
Get immediate course access when you enrol. Please check the entry and workplace requirements before purchasing.
Build your confidence in adult social care and gain a recognised qualification that combines essential knowledge with assessed workplace practice.
What does this qualification cover?
The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate develops the knowledge and practical skills needed to provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care in England.
You will explore your responsibilities as a care worker, communication, safeguarding, equality and inclusion, duty of care, and supporting individuals’ dignity and independence. The course also develops your understanding of safe working practices and meeting people’s care and support needs.
This is a regulated qualification based on the Care Certificate standards, with assessment of both your knowledge and workplace skills.
Study format: Online study supported by a dedicated tutor and assessor, with monthly check-ins to keep you progressing. Assessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence, including written work and observations of your practice.
Workplace requirement: You must be working, volunteering or completing a suitable practical placement in adult social care in England. NCFE requires a minimum of 40 workplace hours, although you may need more time to demonstrate all the required skills. Your role must provide suitable opportunities for workplace assessment.
Entry requirements: You must be aged 16 or over and have a suitable adult care role or placement. We normally expect your English and maths skills to be at Functional Skills Level 1 or above. You will need sufficient written English to understand the course materials and complete the assessments.
These skills will help you communicate effectively, understand instructions, maintain accurate records and use basic maths relevant to your responsibilities.
You do not need a Functional Skills certificate to enrol. An initial assessment will help identify your readiness and any support you need. If you are unsure whether the course or your workplace is suitable, please contact us before purchasing.
Duration: Typically 6–8 months, depending on your experience, progress and access to workplace assessment.
Employer funding: This qualification is eligible for the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS). Eligible adult social care employers in England can claim reimbursement of up to £1,540 per learner, limited to the eligible costs they have paid. Funding is subject to scheme eligibility, claim approval and availability. If you are paying for yourself, speak to your employer before purchasing to explore this route.
It’s ideal if you:
Are new to adult social care and want to develop your knowledge and confidence.
Already work in care and want formal recognition of your knowledge and practical skills.
Are an employer looking to develop and recognise your care team’s competence.
Want a foundation for further learning in adult care.
What you’ll gain:
The nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated NCFE CACHE Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate.
Evidence of your knowledge and practical competence through workplace assessment.
Greater confidence in providing safe, person-centred care.
A foundation for progression to the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, subject to its entry requirements.
Qualification number: 610/4131/2.
Get immediate course access when you enrol. Please check the entry and workplace requirements before purchasing.