ICTQual Level 3 Award in Supporting Intellectual Disabilities

This qualification provides learners with essential knowledge and practical understanding required to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in health and social care settings.

• Internationally recognised ICTQual AB qualification

• Focus on person-centred support and inclusion

• Comprehensive understanding of intellectual disabilities

• Covers safeguarding and professional responsibilities

• Suitable for health and social care environments

• Supports progression to higher-level care qualifications

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Supporting Intellectual Disabilities is designed for learners seeking knowledge and practical understanding of supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities in a professional and compassionate manner. The qualification develops awareness of person-centred approaches, communication strategies, safeguarding responsibilities, and inclusive support practices.

• Develop understanding of intellectual disabilities and support needs

• Learn person-centred support approaches

• Improve communication and interpersonal skills

• Understand safeguarding and duty of care responsibilities

• Promote inclusion, equality, and independence

• Prepare for employment and further study in care sectors

This qualification enables learners to understand the principles, responsibilities, and practices involved in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.

• Understand the characteristics and causes of intellectual disabilities

• Apply person-centred approaches in support settings

• Promote communication, inclusion, and independence

• Understand safeguarding procedures and duty of care

• Support emotional, social, and physical wellbeing

• Maintain professional practice within health and social care environments

This qualification is suitable for learners seeking careers or professional development in health and social care, support services, and community care environments.

• Support workers and care assistants

• Health and social care learners

• Community support staff

• Residential care workers

• Individuals seeking entry into care professions

• Professionals supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities

Learners should possess basic communication and literacy skills suitable for Level 3 study and an interest in health and social care practice.

• Minimum age of 16 years or equivalent local requirement

• Basic English language, literacy, and communication skills

Assessment is designed to evaluate learners’ understanding of course knowledge and their ability to apply principles in practical care and support environments.

• Written assignments and coursework

• Practical case study assessments

• Knowledge-based assessment tasks

• Internal assessment and quality assurance procedures

Successful learners may progress to higher-level qualifications and employment opportunities within health and social care and support services.

• ICTQual Level 4 qualifications in Health and Social Care

• Specialist studies in disability support services

• Employment in residential or community care settings

• Progression to supervisory and support practitioner roles