Adult Care Worker Level 2

Qualification

On successful completion, apprentices will achieve the Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship Standard, including the Care Certificate and the Level 2 Diploma in Care. Functional Skills in maths and English will also be completed if required.

Apprenticeship details

Throughout this apprenticeship, apprentices will develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours necessary to excel as Lead Adult Care Workers, providing frontline care and leadership to support vulnerable adults.

What it covers:

Knowledge

• Understanding their role, statutory standards, duty of care, and how to create and review care plans tailored to individual needs.
• Leading others in delivering person-centred care while promoting dignity, equality, and diversity.

Skills 

• Supporting individuals with personal care, social activities, health monitoring, and safeguarding.
• Developing communication, mentoring, and problem-solving skills to lead and support teams effectively.

Behaviours

• Emphasising empathy, respect, and professionalism while maintaining high standards of care.
• Mentoring colleagues, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and addressing workplace challenges confidently.

Delivery

A Skills Development Tutor will be allocated and will deliver learning and assessment sessions with on a regular basis, liaising with a work-based mentor to monitor progress.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have minimum GCSE grades A*-C/4-9 in English and maths and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Progression

If apprentices complete the apprenticeship standard with a pass or a distinction, employers can support their apprentices in progressing to higher levels of study such as the Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 Apprenticeship.