NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities is a qualification designed to provide individuals with foundational knowledge and skills for effectively working with individuals who have learning disabilities. Its purpose is to:
• Promote Understanding: This qualification aims to increase awareness and understanding of learning disabilities, including their causes, characteristics, and the diverse needs of individuals with learning disabilities. It helps individuals recognise and appreciate the unique strengths and challenges this brings.
• Improve Professional Practice: For individuals working in roles that involve direct care, education, or support for individuals with learning disabilities, such as support workers, caregivers, teachers, or healthcare professionals, this qualification can serve as professional development. It helps individuals align their practice with best practices and guidelines for working with individuals with learning disabilities.
• Promote Empathy and Advocacy: By increasing awareness and understanding, the qualification contributes to promoting empathy and advocacy for individuals with learning disabilities.
Min Credits : 18
Description: The learner must achieve 18 credits from the Mandatory Group.
Min Credits : 18
Description: The learner must achieve 18 credits from the units in this group.
Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
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Communication and Interaction with Individuals with Learning Disabilities | Y/650/8142 | 3 | Level 2 |
Delivering Appropriate Support | T/650/8141 | 3 | Level 2 |
Equity, Equality and Inclusion for Individuals with Learning Disabilities | R/650/8140 | 3 | Level 2 |
Positive Risk-Taking and Promoting Independence | K/650/8139 | 3 | Level 2 |
Principles of Safeguarding | J/650/8138 | 3 | Level 2 |
Understanding Learning Disabilities | H/650/8137 | 3 | Level 2 |
Current Funding | View Funding |
Title | Type | Reference | Date |
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Amendment - NOCN Level 2 Autism and Learning Disabilities qualifications | Amendment | B24-12 | 14/2/2024 |