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4.7
Course Duration
Lifetime Access
Last Updated
July 10, 2025
Students Enrolled
155
Total Video Time
7 hours, 37 minutes
Certification
Make a Real Difference in Families' Lives: Become a Family Support Worker!
Thinking about a career helping families? Nearly 1 in 4 adults face mental health issues, and many families experience breakdowns and child safety concerns. Families need caring professionals like you to make a difference.
Why Choose Our Course?
- 100% online and flexible
- Covers all the latest UK laws
- Simple quizzes to check your learning
- Reliable 24/7 customer support
- Downloadable resources for easy learning
Level 5 Diploma in Family Support Worker Overview
A family support worker is someone who helps families facing problems like housing, school, or parenting. They support both parents and children to build safer and happier homes. Our course teaches important topics like family support, laws, mental health, substance use and keeping families safe. It gives you the skills and confidence to make a real difference in families’ lives every day. That’s why our Level 5 Diploma in Family Support Worker is a smart choice—start learning the skills families need and employers want to see.What You’ll Learn in the Family Support Worker Course
- Spot early signs of drug or alcohol use in families.
- Learn about key laws and rules that affect families.
- Do careful checks to find out what each family needs.
- Use simple ways to solve common family problems fast.
- Help children and families during breakups or family changes.
- Know how to keep families safe and check what help’s needed.
- Give fast, proper help when families are at risk.
- Build good relationships with families using positive ideas.
- Complete trusted family support worker training to build real skills.
- Talk and listen well to give the right help to families.
Which Level Do You Need to Be a Family Support Worker?
Start with Level 3 to learn basic care for your first job. Then, Level 4 helps you gain more skills for advanced support roles. Finally, Level 5 gets you ready for leading family support careers.Entry Requirements
- No formal qualifications required to enrol
- Need basic reading, writing, and computer skills
- Open to learners aged 16 or over
- Ideal for anyone ready to start a career in family support
Who Should Take Our Course?
Our course is designed for anyone who wants to help families and learn about the role of a family support worker. It’s perfect if you want to start a caring career or earn recognised qualifications.Assessment
Complete all the quizzes with at least 60% and pass the final test to obtain your certificate. You’ll receive a free PDF to download, and you can request a printed version if you prefer.Career Opportunities for Family Support Worker Qualifications
You can get jobs like –- Family Support Worker
- Community Support Worker
- Social Work Assistant
- Care Manager
- Residential Support Worker
Join Our Family Support Worker Diploma Today!!
Families are counting on professionals like you. Take the first step. Enrol now and start making a real difference.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a family support worker?
- They help families with problems at home.
What does a family support worker do?
- They support parents and children to make family life better.
Is there formal family support worker training?
- Yes, we offer full training to help you learn the role.
What topics does family support worker training cover?
- It covers child safety, family care, and how to give support.
Are your family support worker courses recognised in the UK?
- Yes, they are officially recognised and trusted by employers.
What family support worker responsibilities will I learn?
- You’ll learn how to help families and care for children.
Can I study family support worker courses online?
- Yes, the course is 100% online and flexible.
Do I need prior experience to enrol?
- No, you just need basic reading and computer skills
Study Method : Online
Tutor Support: Yes
Free Certificate: CPD Certified
Original price was: £29.00.£8.99Current price is: £8.99.
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Curriculum
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- A Quick Overview of Family Support Work 00:38:00
- Module 01 Final Quiz – A Quick Overview of Family Support Work 00:10:00
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- A Theoretical Basis for Family Support 00:17:00
- Module 02 Final Quiz – A Theoretical Basis for Family Support 00:10:00
- Understanding the Legislation, Policy and Guidance 00:31:00
- Module 03 Final Quiz – Understanding the Legislation, Policy and Guidance 00:10:00
- Identifying Alcohol and Other Drug Use 00:16:00
- Module 05 Final Quiz – Identifying Alcohol and Other Drug Use 00:10:00
- Solving Family Issues 00:32:00
- Module 07 Final Quiz – Solving Family Issues 00:10:00
- Safeguarding – Assessing Need and Providing Help: Part-1 00:36:00
- Module 09 Final Quiz – Safeguarding – Assessing Need and Providing Help: Part-1 00:10:00
- The Building Blocks of Healthy Family Relationships 00:33:00
- Module 11 Final Quiz – The Building Blocks of Healthy Family Relationships 00:10:00
Our Accreditation
CPD Certification
This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD Certified is globally recognized by employers, professional organizations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement.
CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organizations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.
Our Certification of Achievement
After completing the MCQ assessment for this course, you will be entitled to a Certificate of Completion from Course Cave. It will act as proof of your extensive professional development. The certificate is in PDF format, which is completely free to download. A printed version is also available upon request. It will also be sent to you through a courier for £13.99
Course Reviews
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Alex Barton
Verified customer
This course is a must-have for anyone serious about this field. The content is thorough yet simple, and the module designs are top-notch. I’m already seeing results after just a few lessons!
Jayden Kennedy
Verified customer
I’m so glad I stumbled upon this course! It’s been a game-changer for me. The practical insights and real-world examples have made a huge difference in my understanding. I can’t recommend it enough!
Jasmine Thornton
Verified customer
This course exceeded all my expectations! The material is well-organised, the videos are engaging, and the exercises are super helpful. Definitely worth every penny!
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