Level 2 Short Course: Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities (NCFE)

This Level 2 NCFE-accredited short course is designed for anyone interested in working with or supporting individuals with learning disabilities across a range of settings. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to key topics in learning disability support.

Through a series of targeted modules, learners will explore:

• The wider context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities, including historical and current approaches to care, legislation, and rights.
• An introductory awareness of autistic spectrum conditions, covering key characteristics, challenges, and support strategies.
• An understanding of physical disabilities, including how they intersect with learning disabilities and impact daily life.
• An introductory awareness of models of disability, encouraging learners to think critically about the social and medical models and their implications for support practice.
• The principles of supporting young people with a disability in their transition to adulthood, focusing on person-centered planning, independence, and preparing for future pathways.

This course is ideal for teaching assistants, support staff, or anyone with a personal or professional interest in learning disability support. On completion, learners will have gained the knowledge and confidence to support individuals in a respectful, informed, and empowering way.