Diploma in Adult Care – Level 3 (Workplace Learning)

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QW3HSD

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Part Time

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£2882

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Is this course for you?

If you currently work in the health and social care industry, are aged 19 or above, and want a recognised Level 3 qualification, then this is the course for you.

Adult Care Workers are frontline staff who help adults with their care and support needs to live as independently and safely as possible, enabling them to have control and choice in their lives and achieve personal goals.

To apply for this course, you will need to already be employed in a senior role within the care industry, and there are a range of job roles that this course is suitable for including: Care Officer, Care Supervisor, Senior Care Worker, Supervising Care Worker, Senior Support Worker, Relief Team Leader, Social Work Assistant, Social Services Officer, Outreach Development Worker, Community Support Worker, Community Outreach Worker, Community Development Worker, Family Support Worker, or Personal Assistant. These roles could include a variety of specialisms such as learning disabilities, mental health, drug and alcohol misuse, homecare, dementia, and end-of-life care.

Please note that the course is free for those who:
- Live in a Staffordshire postcode and earn less than £25,750 per year
- Live in a West Midlands Combined Authority postcode and earn less than £34,149 per year
If you fall into one of these categories, please ignore the payment screen after you have submitted your application. If you earn over the threshold, you are still able to do the course but would either have to pay for it yourself or get your employer to pay for it. You would be able to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to help cover the cost of the course, and you can read more about the different financial support on offer at the college here.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will achieve the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care.
Required qualifications

No formal qualifications are needed, but a Level 2 Diploma in Care would be advantageous.

You must be aged 19 or over and already be employed in a care setting and have completed your induction training.

You will need to have experience supporting less experienced members of staff to meet the standards, either as a senior, mentor, or supervisor.

A good understanding of basic English and maths and a commitment to completing the coursework set is essential.
What skills will I develop?

You will develop knowledge and skills including:
- communication in the care setting
- how to handle information safely and securely
- personal development and the progression routes available
- person-centred approaches
- personal wellbeing (own wellbeing)
- personal wellbeing (individuals/service users wellbeing)
- equality and inclusion
- health and safety
- the responsibilities of a care worker
- duty of care
- safeguarding
- mental capacity
- infection control
Optional units will be discussed and chosen depending on your role, service users who you support, and any specialist subjects you are interested in studying.
Careers

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to the following:
- Employment as a Lead Adult Care Worker, Senior Care Support Worker, or Lead Personal Assistant
- Further Education with the Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care, Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (England)
- Higher Education
Work experience

Please note that this is a work-based learning course which means that you already need to be employed in the health and social care industry to apply.

No college attendance is necessary, but our workplace assessor will visit you monthly at your workplace.
English and maths

English skills will be developed during the course as you will be researching units, completing work either handwritten or on Microsoft Word, completing discussions, completing reflective accounts, and taking part in verbal questioning.

Maths skills will be developed during the course as you may be completing food and fluid charts, mileage documents, shift rotas, medication administration or auditing, pressure sore risk assessments, or financial transaction sheets.

Support will be given if any areas for development are identified.
Other important information

The course lasts for 15 months.

There are no exams with this course, and you will be assessed through coursework.

Is this course for you?
If you currently work in the health and social care industry, are aged 19 or above, and want a recognised Level 3 qualification, then this is the course for you.

Adult Care Workers are frontline staff who help adults with their care and support needs to live as independently and safely as possible, enabling them to have control and choice in their lives and achieve personal goals.

To apply for this course, you will need to already be employed in a senior role within the care industry, and there are a range of job roles that this course is suitable for including: Care Officer, Care Supervisor, Senior Care Worker, Supervising Care Worker, Senior Support Worker, Relief Team Leader, Social Work Assistant, Social Services Officer, Outreach Development Worker, Community Support Worker, Community Outreach Worker, Community Development Worker, Family Support Worker, or Personal Assistant. These roles could include a variety of specialisms such as learning disabilities, mental health, drug and alcohol misuse, homecare, dementia, and end-of-life care.

Please note that the course is free for those who:
- Live in a Staffordshire postcode and earn less than £25,750 per year
- Live in a West Midlands Combined Authority postcode and earn less than £34,149 per year
If you fall into one of these categories, please ignore the payment screen after you have submitted your application. If you earn over the threshold, you are still able to do the course but would either have to pay for it yourself or get your employer to pay for it. You would be able to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to help cover the cost of the course, and you can read more about the different financial support on offer at the college here.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will achieve the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care.
Required qualifications

No formal qualifications are needed, but a Level 2 Diploma in Care would be advantageous.

You must be aged 19 or over and already be employed in a care setting and have completed your induction training.

You will need to have experience supporting less experienced members of staff to meet the standards, either as a senior, mentor, or supervisor.

A good understanding of basic English and maths and a commitment to completing the coursework set is essential.
What skills will I develop?
You will develop knowledge and skills including:
- communication in the care setting
- how to handle information safely and securely
- personal development and the progression routes available
- person-centred approaches
- personal wellbeing (own wellbeing)
- personal wellbeing (individuals/service users wellbeing)
- equality and inclusion
- health and safety
- the responsibilities of a care worker
- duty of care
- safeguarding
- mental capacity
- infection control
Optional units will be discussed and chosen depending on your role, service users who you support, and any specialist subjects you are interested in studying.
Careers
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to the following:
- Employment as a Lead Adult Care Worker, Senior Care Support Worker, or Lead Personal Assistant
- Further Education with the Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care, Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (England)
- Higher Education
Work experience

Please note that this is a work-based learning course which means that you already need to be employed in the health and social care industry to apply.

No college attendance is necessary, but our workplace assessor will visit you monthly at your workplace.
English and maths

English skills will be developed during the course as you will be researching units, completing work either handwritten or on Microsoft Word, completing discussions, completing reflective accounts, and taking part in verbal questioning.

Maths skills will be developed during the course as you may be completing food and fluid charts, mileage documents, shift rotas, medication administration or auditing, pressure sore risk assessments, or financial transaction sheets.

Support will be given if any areas for development are identified.
Other important information

The course lasts for 15 months.

There are no exams with this course, and you will be assessed through coursework.

Testimonials

“I have had a great experience doing my Level 2 and I'm thoroughly enjoying doing my Level 3 with my tutor. I feel like I am really broadening my skills and feel I have achieved so much more than I anticipated at the start. I would recommend doing a course with South Staffordshire College to anyone. They have been really helpful and supportive throughout.”

Clare Pilcher

Former Level 2 and Level 3 Adult Social Care Student

“Well after a long 3 years of doing my Level 3 for various reasons I’ve finally passed! I’m absolutely over the moon! I can’t thank my tutor enough for all her help along the way. She has been amazing and I would have definitely given up a number of times if it weren't for her! This has really given me a confidence boost that I needed, let’s see what the future holds!”

Elle James

Former Level 3 Adult Social Care Student

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Diploma in Adult Care Level 3 – Workplace Learning (FCFJ)

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Cost: £2882

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Diploma in Adult Care – Level 3 (Workplace Learning)

Are you an adult learner?

Is this course for you?

Required qualifications

What skills will I develop?

Careers

Work experience

English and maths

Other important information

Testimonials

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Diploma in Adult Care Level 3 – Workplace Learning (FCFJ)