Christmas office closure: We’re closing for the Christmas break from 5pm on Monday 23 December 2024 until 8:30am on Thursday 2 January 2025. Learn more.
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Award in Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Ref:
600/4041/5
Sector:
Health, Public Services and Care, Children and Young People, Health and Social Care
Registration & certification fee:
£54.50
Level:
Level 2
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
88
TQT:
120
Credit value:
12
Return to Search
What does this qualification cover?
This professional development qualification provides essential knowledge and skills to anyone wanting to actively support individuals with learning disabilities. Units include: the meaning of learning disability, support, legislation, communication and planning.
Who is it suitable for?
The Award is suitable for people who come into contact with individuals with learning disabilities as part of their job. This could include people in community and volunteering roles or working in education, leisure and employment support.
What are the entry requirements?
You should be at least 16 years old. We do not set any other entry requirements but colleges or training providers may have their own guidelines.
How many credits are required to complete it?
The Award requires 12 credits.
How is it assessed?
It will be assessed by your Tutor or Assessor using a range of methods. This could include direct observation in the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
Yes, you will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement as you need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.
How long does it take to complete?
You can usually complete the Award in 6 months.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
The Award provides a direct progression route to Level 2 & 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care as they share a number of units or the Level 3 Award and Certificate in Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities.
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our Funding page.
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
This qualification does not qualify you to work but will support you in your current job role or future job roles when supporting children, young people or adults with learning disabilities.
Support materials
Mandatory qualification information
Qualification specification (PDF | 441 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOCX | 533 KB)
Appendix (PDF | 1517 KB)
Appendix (Word) (DOCX | 580 KB)
Additional qualification information
Qualification factsheet (PDF | 121 KB)
Support Handbook
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Unit breakdown
Mandatory units
Understand the Context of Supporting Individuals With Learning Disabilities (K/601/5315)
Optional units
Understand Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Dementia Care (A/601/2886)
Contribute to the Support of Individuals With Multiple Conditions and/or Disabilities (A/601/4895)
Principles of Supporting Individuals With a Learning Disability Regarding Sexuality and Sexual Health (A/601/6274)
Support Individuals to Access and Use Information About Services and Facilities (A/601/7926)
Provide Support for Journeys (A/601/8025)
Contribute to Support of Positive Risk-Taking for Individuals (A/601/9546)
Introductory Awareness of Sensory Loss (F/601/3442)
Promote Positive Behaviour (F/601/3764)
Support Individuals to Negotiate Environments (F/601/5160)
Introduction to Communication in Health, Social Care or Children's and Young People's Settings (F/601/5465)
Support Young People With a Disability to Make the Transition into Adulthood (F/602/0049)
Understand Mental Well-Being and Mental Health Promotion (F/602/0097)
Contribute to Supporting Individuals in the Use of Assistive Technology (H/601/3451)
Principles of Supporting an Individual to Maintain Personal Hygiene (H/601/5703)
Work in Partnership With Families to Support Individuals (H/601/8147)
Dementia Awareness (J/601/2874)
Contribute to Supporting Individuals With a Learning Disability to Access Healthcare (J/602/0036)
Support Individuals With Self-Directed Support (J/602/0053)
Understand Mental Health Problems (J/602/0103)
Principles of Positive Risk Taking for Individuals With Disabilities (K/601/6285)
Support Parents With Disabilities (K/601/7047)
Support Individuals to Maintain Personal Hygiene (K/601/9963)
Understand Physical Disability (L/601/6117)
Support Person-Centred Thinking and Planning (L/601/6442)
Contribute to Supporting Group Care Activities (L/601/9471)
Purpose and Principles of Independent Advocacy (M/502/3146)
Introductory Awareness of Autistic Spectrum Conditions (M/601/5316)
Principles of Self-Directed Support (M/601/7048)
Principles of Supporting Young People With a Disability to Make the Transition into Adulthood (M/601/7227)
Support Individuals During a Period of Change (M/601/7907)
Support Individuals in Their Relationships (R/601/8578)
Support Individuals With Specific Communication Needs (T/601/8282)
Support Independence in the Tasks of Daily Living (T/601/8637)
Principles of Supporting Individuals With a Learning Disability to Access Healthcare (T/601/8654)
Introductory Awareness of Models of Disability (Y/601/3446)
Provide Active Support (Y/601/7352)
Support Participation in Learning and Development Activities (Y/601/8632)