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Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate (RQF)

Care workers developing essential adult social care knowledge and practical competence.

RQF Level 2Self-funding learners & employers

Illustrative adult care learner reviewing a workbook with an assessor

Build on your experience

Bring essential knowledge and practical care skills together in a regulated qualification, with evidence from your current care role.

Your questions answered

Is this the right qualification for me?

Care workers developing essential adult social care knowledge and practical competence. We check your responsibilities, experience and access to workplace evidence before enrolment. Job title alone does not determine suitability.

What workplace evidence will I need?

You need a suitable adult care role and opportunities to demonstrate practical competence. Your assessor will plan observations and other evidence around your responsibilities. Your assessor agrees an individual assessment plan with you.

How will I learn and be assessed?

Knowledge tasks and assessment plans are available through your e-portfolio. Practical competence is assessed through planned workplace evidence and observation. Completion requires all relevant knowledge and practical assessment requirements to be met, followed by quality assurance.

What support will I receive?

Your appointed assessor introduces the programme and e-portfolio, helps plan your evidence and provides guidance and feedback. Learning and assessment arrangements are agreed around the qualification and your needs.

How long does it take?

Duration depends on your prior knowledge, responsibilities, access to evidence and the time you can commit. We agree realistic expected timescales before you enrol.

Where is workplace assessment available?

Delivery is subject to assessor availability in your location. Contact us to check coverage and agree suitable arrangements before enrolment.

Can I pay for the qualification myself?

Yes. Qualifications are available to self-funding learners and employers. Contact us for the full fee. We explain the fees and any available payment options before enrolment.

Is employer funding available?

Eligible adult social care employers in England may be able to claim support through LDSS. Eligibility, approved learning, evidence and available funding must be checked before booking. Reimbursement is not guaranteed. Read about funding and payment options.

Is this the same as the Care Certificate induction standards?

This Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate is a regulated RQF qualification. The Care Certificate induction standards are a separate framework. We can explain which route meets your learning and workplace needs.