Understanding Technology Enabled Care: Level 2 Certificate
For a wide range of learners, either working or wishing to work in health and social care specifically using Technology Enabled Care.
Course summary
- Qualification
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Technology Enabled Care
- Level
- Level 2
- Awarding body
- NCFE (CACHE)
- Qualification number (QAN)
- 603/5155/X
- Guided learning
- 110 hours
- Total time
- 132 hours, including study and assessment
- Cost
- Being checked. Ask the provider
Who it's for and what you'll learn
This Understanding Technology Enabled Care NCFE CACHE Level 2 qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of Technology Enabled Care (TEC). It will support the learner to develop their knowledge of how a range of technology can be used to help improve an individual’s quality of life and support them to live independently.
The objectives of this qualification are to support the learner to:
- gain an understanding of TEC, which can be used to help support an individual’s quality of life
- understand person-centred care approaches to TEC that can be used to help support independence, health and wellbeing
- understand different roles and responsibilities in relation to TEC
- gain an understanding of legislation, safeguarding and regulatory requirements relating to TEC
What the course covers
To be awarded the Understanding Technology Enabled Care level 2 qualification, learners are required to successfully achieve 4 mandatory units:
Unit 1 - Introduction to technology enabled care
In this unit, the learner will gain an understanding of technology enabled care, which can provide a range of technology-based solutions that can be used to improve an individuals’ quality of life and support them to live as independently as possible by focusing on their individual needs.
The learner will:
- Understand technology enabled care (TEC)
- Understand the benefits of TEC within the health and social care system
Unit 2 - Understand a person-centred approach to technology enabled care
In this unit, the learner will understand person-centred care approaches to TEC that can be used to support independence, health and wellbeing.
The learner will:
- Understand person-centred care in relation to TEC
- Understand the importance of effective communication in relation to TEC
- Understand the positive impact TEC can have in reducing isolation
- Understand person-centred care in TEC assessment and care planning
Unit 3 - Understand roles and responsibilities in relation to technology enabled care
In this unit, the learner will gain an understanding of the different roles and responsibilities in relation to the appropriate use of Technology Enabled Care.
The learner will:
- Understand the roles and functions in the use of TEC
- Understand different types of TEC devices available and their functions
- Understand the infrastructure for TEC
Unit 4 - Introduction to legislation, safeguarding and regulatory requirements relating to technology enabled care
In this unit, the learner will understand legislation, regulatory requirements and the principles of safeguarding relating to technology enabled care.
The learner will:
- Understand legal, ethical and regulatory requirements relating to TEC
- Understand the principles of safeguarding relating to TEC
- Understand risks associated with TEC
How these courses usually work
Every provider does things a little differently, so check the details with them before you apply.
Where and how you study
Most of these courses are studied online, from home. You'll usually need internet access and a laptop or desktop computer. A phone or tablet may not be enough. Some providers can send paper workbooks if you ask.
How long it takes
- This qualification is designed to take about 132 hours in total, including study and assessment.
- Many learners finish in around 6 weeks by studying 4 to 5 hours a week. You can go faster if you have more time.
- Providers usually set a deadline, often 10 to 12 weeks after you start.
Support
Providers usually give you a tutor who marks your work and answers your questions by email, phone or message.
Assessment
There are usually no exams. Instead, you answer assessment questions as you work through the course and send them to your tutor to mark. If an answer needs more work, you can usually change it and send it again.
Your certificate
When you pass, your certificate comes from the awarding body, NCFE. It often takes 8 to 12 weeks to arrive after your final assessment.
Things to check before you start
- Many providers only let you study one funded course at a time.
- If you leave the course early, or don't finish by the deadline, some providers charge an admin or withdrawal fee, often around £125. Ask about this before you sign up.
What could I do next?
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Sources
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Technology Enabled Care - List of Qualifications approved for fundingqualifications.education.gov.uk
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Technical Specialist in Technology Enabled Care (Certificate) - List of Qualifications approved for fundingqualifications.education.gov.uk
- Post-16 reforms explainer: health and social carencfe.org.uk (PDF)
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