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Social Work courses (Social Worker training)

Few things are more rewarding than a career spent caring for those most in need. A social work course covers the fundamentals of health and social care, including mental health training and child protection. Whether you prefer to work online, have tutor support or even want to secure a guaranteed job at the end of the course, Reed Courses has something for you. By taking a social work course, you could develop the skills needed to become a social worker. There are also many other training options available in the health care. 

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  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Care Planning

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,635 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In the care sector, it’s important that residents and patients are treated with a friendly and caring approach. The need for high-quality, skilled and knowledgeable care workers has never been greater. Our level 2 course in Care Planning will make sure you’ve got all the knowledg …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology)

    Learning Curve Group
    Start your career in psychology. Pay nothing for this course if you graduate from University.
    • 3,254 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If a career in one of the many psychology disciplines is your dream, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Psychology) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of psychology degrees. If you don’t have the grades you need t …
    Free

  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Learning
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 2,149 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
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    Are you struggling to get in-person work experience? Do you want to know more about what it's really like to work in different sectors like Marketing, Product design, Finance or Care? If so, this Digital Work Experience course could be exactly what you're looking for. This D …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Start your career in Social Care.
    • 39,038 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    As the need for adult social care continues to rise, it's important that care workers have up-to-date support and guidance that allows them to provide the best care possible for the people they work with. If you'd like to work in adult social care, this fully online course will h …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and support. Understand Young People's Mental Health.
    • 13,505 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
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    Around 1 in 10 children and young people are affected by mental health problems, so it’s important that people working with them have a good understanding of mental health. If you want to learn about mental health issues to support children and young people that you work with, or …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Dementia Care
    • 5,454 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Dementia is one of the main causes of disability in later life, and cases are rising – by 2051, it’s expected that two million people in the UK will have dementia. If you work with people with dementia, it’s important that you understand the condition and know how to provide the …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Dignity & Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Benefit the people you care for
    • 5,830 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If you work in health and social care, you need to understand the fundamentals of safeguarding in order to protect the health, well-being and human rights of the people you care for. Our level 2 certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,004 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Britain has an ageing population - the number of people aged over 64 is expected to grow to 15 million by 2040. This means more people will live with serious chronic illnesses and need end of life care. Our level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care will give you the k …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 6,062 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Around 450 million people worldwide suffer from a mental health problem. You can help tackle this challenge by increasing your knowledge with our level 2 certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems. This fully online course will help you gain new knowledge and skills for y …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Help Safeguard individuals
    • 8,255 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to the Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Anyone wanting to work in local authorities, schools, colleges, uniformed services or health and social care needs to be aware of safeguardin …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Safe Handling of Medication in Health & Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Safe Handling of Medication
    • 17,681 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
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    Modern medicines are powerful substances which have beneficial effects for millions of people worldwide. However, inappropriate use or handling of these substances can have severe, or even fatal, consequences. Up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines is essential fo …
    Free

  • Level 2 Understanding Tenant Support in Social Housing

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Tenant Support Skills
    • 2,272 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
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    Over 4 million people in the UK live in social housing. It’s important that anyone working in this sector is equipped with the key skills to make a real difference to the lives of tenants and the communities they live in. This fully online course in Understanding Tenant Support …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Cancer Support

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Cancer Support
    • 3,111 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    One in two people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. For many people, diagnosis can be a daunting and overwhelming time. It's important that people can access the right levels of care and services when they need it most. As cancer treatments are improved and more pe …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for Children and Young people
    • 69,467 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
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    We all know how important it is for children and young people to be safe and well cared for. Unfortunately, some children are at risk of abuse and exploitation. If you’re involved in caring for children and you want to help those affected by these issues, our level 2 certificate …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 822 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
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    If you work in care, it’s essential that you know about some of the most common health conditions faced by people in the UK. This level 2 course covers a variety of health conditions including dementia, strokes, sensory loss, arthritis and Parkinson’s disease. It’s a great way to …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Customer Service skills for Care
    • 2,290 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
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    The best healthcare providers thrive by creating positive working relationships with patients, families and residents. This fully online level 2 Certificate in Customer Service for Health and Social Care Settings is designed to help you develop these positive working relationship …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Falls Prevention Awareness

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Keeping people you care for safe
    • 1,982 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Falls represent the most frequent and serious type of accident in people aged 65 and over, with 10,000 falls happening each day. Falls often have both a physical and mental impact, as they can result in lack of confidence, isolation, fractures and broken bones.
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Personal Care Needs

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Personal Care Skills
    • 3,602 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Britain has an increasingly ageing population, and the number of adults needing around-the-clock care is on the rise. As well as the need for medical care, there is also a need for high levels of personal care to allow those who need support to live as comfortably as possible. Th …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Diabetes Management Skills
    • 3,781 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
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    Diabetes is a growing health problem worldwide, but it can be prevented, delayed or managed with simple lifestyle changes. Whether you work in the care sector or just want to look out for your own health or the health of someone you know, this online course will provide you with …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in LGBTQIA+ Inclusion in the workplace (RQF)

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Become a LGBT ally
    • 1,525 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    Inclusivity in the workplace is important for any industry, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion is a priority for many organisations. Social attitudes and legal rights have changed dramatically in recent years, and it’s important that employees are protected from discrimination in the workpla …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 4,765 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Around 15% of people have a learning difficulty, which means they can find it harder to learn certain skills. If you're looking to improve your understanding and awareness of learning difficulties, this is the course for you. You will learn about a range of specific learning diff …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Technology Enabled Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Technology in Care
    • 961 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    In this fast-moving world, technology plays a huge part in daily life. The care sector is no different. Technology Enabled Care (TEC) is playing an increasing role in health and social care, with over 1.7 million vulnerable people relying on TEC to support independence in their o …
    Free

  • Gateway to Work - Kick start your journey from education to work

    Reed Learning
    The ultimate careers programme for 16-18 year olds
    • 118 students
    • Online
    • 7.9 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Calling all students… If you want to know how to get into your dream job or career once you've finished school, college or university, this course is for you. Gateway to Work is a free digital careers programme that gives you all the tools you need to smoothly transition from edu …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Midwifery)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Midwife. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University. Open to UK residents.
    • 9,020 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If being a midwife has always been your dream job, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Midwifery) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in midwifery. If you don’t have the grades you need to apply for university, an …
    Free
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Reed Courses advertises a large variety of Social care courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The Social care courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a Social care course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

If you're looking for Social care courses, you might also be interested in Healthcare, Social worker and Health & Social Care. These courses can be taken to further enhance your understanding of the subject. By having a broader understanding of the subject can help you to improve your professional or personal development.

In addition to free Social care courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online Social care courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

Reed Courses advertises a variety of free online Social care courses. Alternatively you'll be able to enrol on an online Social care course of your choosing, and study entirely online. If you'd prefer an in-person learning experience, you could take a classroom Social care course where you'll be taught in a classroom at a given location. Reed Courses also advertises distance learning courses and in-company Social care courses from a variety of learning providers.
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