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Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities - Level 3 Award
L01433

Do you work with individuals with learning disabilities and want to support them by enhancing your skills and knowledge? This Level 3 Award provides valuable insight into the nature and characteristics of learning disabilities. You'll learn about effective support strategies, relevant legislation, communication techniques, and person-centred planning. This course is ideal for anyone supporting individuals with learning disabilities, helping you to provide the best possible care and support.

Course Content

This course enables you to understand the context and give you tools to support individuals with learning disabilities. The course is delivered over a number of units, details of which will be provided at course induction.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.

To be eligible for this course, you must meet the following criteria:
Be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
Have a GCSE in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above, or Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 2.
Be working with at least one person with a learning disability in an education or adult social care context.

First Class Requirements

Bring suitable note-making equipment. You might wish to bring a pad or lap top device.

Attendance Requirements

This is a qualification course and you should aim for 100% attendance at lessons.

Assessment Methods

Your tutor will assess your progress through written assignments and direct observation in your workplace (paid or volunteering role). This qualification can open doors to further learning and career advancement in the field of learning disabilities support.

Further Study Options

This course does not qualify you for work but does support you in your current job or future job roles when supporting children, young people or adults with learning disabilities.

Additional Information

You will manage your portfolio for this qualification using a digital platform. To make this easier, we recommend you have access to a suitable IT device. This will help you stay organised and track your progress throughout the course.