What does this qualification cover?

This qualification aims to give learners knowledge and understanding of the key principles of dignity, the duty of care, and safeguarding as applied to adult health and social care. Learners will investigate the principles and how they are applied in everyday work contexts. They’ll also have an opportunity to examine the dilemmas that can arise and the consequences when these principles aren’t upheld.

Total Qualification Time (hours): 160

Guided Learning(hours): 145

Credit value: 16

Grading system: Achieved/Not Yet Achieved

Regulation information: This is a regulated qualification. The regulated number for this qualification is 601/3119/6.

Who is it suitable for?

This qualification is designed primarily for individuals working with, or intending to work with, vulnerable adults in the health and social care sectors. It aims to give learners knowledge and understanding of the key principles of dignity, the duty of care, and safeguarding as applied to adult health and social care.

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 1 qualification. The entry is at the discretion of the center. However, learners should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification.

How is it assessed?

To achieve the Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care, learners must successfully demonstrate their achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria of the units as detailed in the qualification specification. Grades are not awarded. The Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care is internally assessed.

Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?

The objectives of this qualification are to prepare learners for further training and to support a role in the workplace where the individual may work or interact with vulnerable adults.