You will complete an online assessment.
You can start this course at any time. It will take you up 12 weeks to complete depending on your engagement.
No previous formal qualifications are required.
You will achieve a Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance. (TKUK)
Do you give information, advice and guidance but want to become more confident in your knowledge so you know what information can and can’t be shared, both legally and professionally? If so, this course is for you!
If you are currently working in a capacity that offers information, advice or guidance, this qualification will ensure your skills and knowledge are up-to-date and in line with the latest rules and regulations regarding the sharing of information and data. It will enable you to offer clear and accurate information, advice or guidance and feel confident knowing what can and can’t be shared, both legally and professionally.
You will study:
• Understanding Information, Advice, and Guidance practice
• Understanding the interaction skills required for Information, Advice or Guidance
• Understanding signposting and referral in Information, Advice or Guidance
• Understanding the context of Information, Advice or Guidance
• Understanding skills required by advice providers
You will complete an online assessment.
All materials are provided for you to complete the course. However, you will need access to a PC/laptop and suitable Wi-Fi to access teaching and learning resources.
You could progress onto the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Advice and Guidance.
This course may be FREE to you subject to eligibility criteria. Funding is available for those claiming benefits or on a low wage. (Eligibility criteria applies.) If you are not entitled to any funding the course fee is £405.
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 – 19 and don’t already have a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths they will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards higher grades in English and Maths we can help you do that too.
Need a higher level Maths qualification? We offer a Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths).
This can be added to your study programme.
If you need any further information, please contact our friendly Information Team.
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.