Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Level 2 Certificate

Name of Course

TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care (RQF).

Who is the course suitable for?

Anybody working in a role that involves safeguarding or anybody aiming to develop their knowledge of safeguarding/individual dignity.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of level one in literacy and numeracy or equivalent.

The qualification is suitable for learners of 16 years of age and above.

Qualification Purpose

The TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care (RQF) develops learners’ knowledge and understanding of a range of issues around respecting and protecting the individual dignity of the individual in a care scenario. Learners will be given an understanding of safeguarding in adult health and social are, the principles of dignity as it relates to adult health and social care, duty of care and dilemmas and public concerns in adult health and social care.  This qualification is primarily designed to prepare learners for further learning or training.

Cost of the Course

Funding opportunities may be available.

Mandatory Units/Course Content

Unit Level Guided Learning Hours Credit Value
Understand safeguarding in adult health and social care 2 28 3
Principles of dignity in adult health and social care practice 2 45 5
Understand duty of care in adult health and social care 2 46 5
Understand dilemmas and public concerns in adult health and social care 2 26 3

Length of Course

145 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) over 3-6 months.

Assessment

The assessment for the course will be undertaken through a range of workbooks.

Progression Prospects

Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as:

  • TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems (RQF)
  • TQUK Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care (RQF)
  • TQUK Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia (RQF)
  • TQUK Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (RQF)
  • TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (RQF)

Delivery Methods

Delivery methods for the course may vary but will involve either taught sessions or distance learning.

Learners must complete all 4 mandatory units.

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