CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Unit 1 Understand the context of supporting individuals with learning difficulties (K/601/5315, unit level: 2; GLH: 35 hours; credits: 4)

• Understand the legislation and policies that support the human rights and inclusion of individuals with learning disabilities.
• Understand the nature and characteristics of a learning disability.
• Understand the historical context of learning disabilities.
• Understand the basic principles and practice of advocacy, empowerment, and active participation in relation to supporting individuals with learning disabilities and their families.
• Understand how views and attitudes impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and their family carers.
• Know how to promote communication with individuals with learning disabilities.

Unit 2 Principles of self-directed support (M/601/7048, unit level: 3; GLH: 26 hours; credits: 3)

• Understand self-directed support.
• Understand how to support an individual to direct their own support and develop their support plan.
• Understand the different ways that people can use their personal budget.
• Understand the outcome focused review process.

Unit 3 Principles of supporting individuals with a learning disability regarding sexuality and sexual health (A/601/6274, unit level: 3; GLH: 21 hours; credits: 3)

• Understand the development of human sexuality.
• Understand how the sexual development of individuals with a learning disability can differ.
• Understand issues of sexual health and how these can be supported.
• Understand relevant legislation influencing the support of sexuality and sexual health for individuals with learning disabilities.
• Know how to support the sexual expression of an individual with a learning disability.

Unit 4 Principles of supporting young people with a learning disability to make the transition into adulthood (M/601/7227, unit level: 3; GLH: 30 hours; credits: 3)

• Understand the steps and stages of moving from childhood into adulthood.
• Understand how having a disability may affect the process of moving from childhood into adulthood.
• Know the options for supporting a young person who has a disability to make the transition into adulthood.
• Understand how to support a young person with a disability through a successful transition.
• Understand the importance of supporting a young person and their family to reflect on the transition.

Assessment

This course is assessed through a series of assignments which are submitted to your tutor for marking. No external examination is required, so you can complete all assessments from home.

Course duration

This course will take you 12 months to complete, which is more than enough time to complete approximately 110 hours of learning time. You will receive a full year to complete the course, which is a lot more time than you will need. This allows you to work at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines.

Study method

You will study this course by distance learning, which will enable you to take control of your studies. You can study at your own pace from a place that suits you. All your learning materials will be posted or emailed to you online, depending on the learning method you choose. You will also receive our tutor support by email, so help is only ever a click away.

Course outcome

Upon successful completion of your assignments and course, you will achieve an NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities. A certificate will be provided to you as recognition of your achievement.

Who are CACHE?

The Council for Awards in Care, Health and Education (CACHE) are the UK’s leading provider of vocational qualifications for those working within care and education. CACHE qualifications are recognised across the education and care industries and they are amongst the most well-known and respected qualifications.

Our range of CACHE vocational qualifications are suitable for individuals involved in early years, education, childcare, and health and social care. All courses lead to a nationally recognised Ofqual regulated qualification and are accredited on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

CACHE works closely with employers and learners to ensure that learners have a progression route whether it’s into further study, a career, or university. These qualifications have helped millions of people obtain the skills and knowledge they need to meet the professional standards required in the care, education, and health industries.

CACHE Alumni membership

Once you have enrolled on your CACHE course, you will have access to the CACHE Alumni membership for two years. CACHE Alumni is a professional membership network for those who work in the care, health, and education industries, providing valuable resources and advice for your studies when working towards/with a CACHE qualification.

What's next?

Once you have completed this course, you can add it to your CV to demonstrate your knowledge and boost your prospects. You can also apply the knowledge and skills you have gained during the course in your current role.