Awareness and Prevention of Falls Level 2 – Online Nationwide

The Awareness and Prevention of Falls Level 2 qualification is designed for individuals working in health and social care who support people at risk of falls. It provides essential knowledge about the common causes of falls, key risk factors, and how falls can affect a person’s health, independence, and overall wellbeing.

Through this course, learners gain a clear understanding of effective fall prevention strategies, environmental safety considerations, and the importance of person-centred care planning and communication. These skills help staff identify risks early and take appropriate action to reduce the likelihood of falls.

Learning is applied directly in the workplace, ensuring practical relevance and immediate impact on daily care practices. The blended delivery model offers flexibility while still providing regular guidance, assessment, and support, helping to build staff confidence and create safer, more supportive care environments.

Employer Benefits: After Course Completion

Employers benefit from staff who can identify fall risks early and contribute to safer environments, reducing incidents and improving care quality.

Employers benefit from staff who:

• Understand the causes and risks associated with falls
• Apply preventative strategies consistently in care settings
• Recognise environmental risks and individual factors
• Communicate effectively and maintain accurate documentation
• Support safer practice and reduce incidents
• Enhance team confidence and overall care quality

Employers typically see:

• Reduce falls incidents through improved risk awareness
• Apply preventative strategies consistently in the workplace
• Support early intervention and safer care environments
• Enhance organisational compliance with policies and regulations
• Reduce harm and improve overall wellbeing outcomes

The programme supports:

• Enhance health and safety knowledge in care settings
• Apply safeguarding principles effectively
• Deliver person-centred care
• Develop competence in falls awareness and prevention

Who is this course for?

This course is for individuals working in care and support roles who contribute to maintaining safe environments and supporting individuals at risk of falls.

This course aligns with care standards and regulatory frameworks, supporting effective, person-centred planning and coordination of care.

This course is ideal for Individuals who:

• Work as care assistants, support workers, or healthcare assistants
• Support individuals with mobility needs or increased fall risk
• Work in residential, domiciliary, or community care settings
• Are involved in daily care, observation, and reporting
• Are committed to safe practice, person-centred care, and professional boundaries

Typical Job Roles Include:

• Care Assistant
• Support Worker
• Healthcare Assistant
• Domiciliary Care Worker
• Residential Care Worker
• Community Care Worker

This course is suitable for employers operating in:

• Residential care services
• Domiciliary care providers
• Supported living services
• Learning disability services
• Mental health services
• Community-based care organisations

Time commitment – Learners should allow for 1–2 guided learning sessions per month, alongside a few hours per week engaging with learning materials and applying learning in the workplace.

This course starts weekly and could be fully funded for you! To register your interest here, Click the Apply Now button to find out more!

(Code: ACIWT)