Perfect for beginners looking to start a career in adult care
Start your journey into health and social care with our Adult Care Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship. This nationally recognised programme is ideal for anyone new to care, or those already working in a support role who want to gain a qualification while developing practical skills.
You will learn how to provide high-quality, person-centred care and support individuals to live safely, independently, and with dignity.
✅ The Details
Qualification: Adult Care Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship
Duration: 12 months plus 3 months End Point Assessment (EPA)
Delivery: Combination of classroom/online learning and workplace training
Workplace support: Your designated Assessor/Trainer will visit your workplace to support portfolio development and complete quarterly progress reviews
Assessment: End Point Assessment (EPA) including a Situational Judgement Test and Professional Discussion
Functional Skills: English and maths at Level 1 (or attempt Level 2 depending on prior achievement)
Registration includes: On-programme portfolio tracking via OneFile
✅ Who is it for?
• Individuals new to adult care
• Employees working in residential, domiciliary, day centre or clinical care settings
• Personal Assistants supporting individuals in their own home
• Employers seeking to develop competent and compassionate care staff
✅ What you’ll learn
This programme develops the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to provide safe, professional, and person-centred care. Core areas include:
• Key responsibilities of an Adult Care Worker
• Values and behaviours essential in adult care
• Effective communication
• Safeguarding individuals from harm
• Supporting wellbeing in individuals and colleagues
• Professional practice and continuous development
You will apply your learning directly in the workplace, building confidence and competence in real care settings.
✅ Entry Requirements
• No formal qualifications required to start
• Functional Skills or GCSE Level 1 in maths and English may be required depending on prior attainment
• Focus Training offers personalised support to achieve Functional Skills alongside the Apprenticeship if needed
✅ Common Job Roles Include:
• Adult Care Worker
• Support Worker
• Home Care Assistant
• Residential Care Assistant
• Day Centre Support Worker
• Personal Assistant (PA)
✅ Progression Opportunities
Once you complete your Level 2 Apprenticeship, you can continue your development with:
• Lead Adult Care Worker – Level 3 Apprenticeship – Develop leadership skills and take on more responsibility within your care setting
• Lead Practitioner in Adult Care – Level 4 Apprenticeship – Lead teams and shape care practice at a higher level
• Leader in Adult Care – Level 5 Apprenticeship – Move into senior management and strategic roles within the adult care sector
This pathway allows for ongoing career growth, from hands-on care to leadership and management positions.
✅ Costs
- This is a government-funded initiative: Apprentices are not required to pay for their training
- Employers with a wage bill of under £3 million may need to make a 5% contribution towards training costs
- The cost of this Apprenticeship is set at £4,000, with an employer contribution rate of £200 + VAT
- Employers recruiting an Apprentice aged 16-21 years old, will be exempt from paying the employer contribution
- If the Apprentice is aged 16-18 years old, employers will receive a £1,000 government incentive to be used towards training and salary costs
Visit this page to find out more about employer costs and responsibilities.
✅ Ready to Apply?
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