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Falls Prevention Awareness
LEVEL
2
10 weeks
Want to Know How to Reduce the Risks of Falls and Keep People Safe?
Our NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Falls Prevention Awareness introduces you to the causes and risk factors of falls, how to recognise hazards, and the practical steps that can help reduce risks in everyday settings.
With falls being one of the leading causes of hospital admissions among older people, awareness and prevention are critical. This course is perfect for anyone working in health, care, or community roles—or for those supporting older relatives and wanting to promote safety and independence.
Course title: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Falls Prevention Awareness
Course ref: 603/2552/5
This qualification helps you:
- Explain the impact and consequences of falls on individuals
- Identify risks and hazards that may contribute to falls in healthcare and social care environments
- Describe strategies and interventions to reduce the risk of falls
- Recognise the importance of accurate recording and reporting of falls incidents
- Apply knowledge to support the prevention of falls, particularly when working with older people
- Use this understanding to progress within employment in healthcare or social care settings
- Unit 1: Falls in context
- Unit 2: The risk factors and causes of falls
- Unit 3: Falls assessment and prevention
- Unit 4: Managing falls
No exams required — you'll complete assessment activities that demonstrate your knowledge and skills.
Successful learners often progress to:
- Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End-of-Life Care
- Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End-of-Life Care
- Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care
- Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care
This course is also a great step toward careers in:
- Care Assistant
- Support Worker
- Healthcare Assistant
- Rehabilitation Assistant
- Community Health Worker
- Volunteer roles
This course may be fully funded through the Adult Skills Fund, if not we have self-funding options available.
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TESTIMONIALS
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I really enjoyed my course and I had great support from my tutor. This is the first course I have done for a long time but getting back into studying has given me an incentive to do more.
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Adult Skills Fund
This course may be fully funded through the Adult Skills Fund, if not we have self-funding options available.
Use this search tool to check funding in your area.
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Aged 19 or over as of 31/8/25
- Living in England
- Not currently enrolled on any other government funded course or started another application for one
Please note: Not all areas of England are funded. You can use our postcode checker above to see if you are.
The most likely reason is that you live in a postcode area that we do not currently deliver funded courses in, but we do have a self-funded route. Please contact our customer service team to discuss via 0115 959 9544 or complete the contact form below.
Of course! We have options available to self-fund courses. Details can be found on each course page.
Level 2 courses typically take up to 10 weeks and Level 3 courses 15–25 weeks.
You will need to commit 5–10 hours study time each week to meet the course unit deadlines.
Yes – your qualification will be nationally recognised accreditation by NCFE CACHE and you will receive a certificate.
Once you've signed up, we'll check your details. As soon as everything is approved, your course will be unlocked. You'll get an automatic email to let you know it's ready. After that your tutor will send you a welcome email. They'll also invite you to a masterclass where you can meet them and get started.
Absolutely. Our courses can be offered via the Adult Skills Fund if eligible, if not we have lots of options available to self-fund courses. Details can be found on each course page.