Level 3Care
Diploma in Adult Care
- Duration
- 30 Weeks
- Delivery
- Online / In centre
Enrolling nowAdvanced Learner Loan
Course overview
This qualification will support learners to develop the knowledge and skills required to work in a range of clinical healthcare support settings and in adult care environments.
Who is this course for?
Anyone over the age of 16.
Fees and funding
The cost of the course is £1000 with a deposit of £300, if you wish to pay upfront. 0% finance available - spread the cost with interest free monthly payments
Funding
AEB Funding Full Level 2 courses may be free for 19 year olds + who do not already have a full L2 qualification. Many of our learners are eligible for financial support when studying at college – see our funding pages for more information.
Course dates
| Start | End | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing intakes | — | Attend 1 class each week | Enrolling now |
| Call us for dates | — | Attend 1 class each week | Enrolling now |
Dates not suitable? Register your interest and we will contact you about the next intake.
Entry requirements
Must have GCSE English grade D Or Level 1 in English Functional Skills Learners without GCSE or Functional skills can enrol on our Functional Skills course alongside this qualification.
What you will learn
- The qualification is formed of mandatory and optional units. The mandatory units cover core competencies while the optional units allow learners to choose from a variety of areas to tailor the qualification to their needs, interests and to reflect the context of their work.
- It covers a wide range of areas including dementia awareness, mental health and well-being, supporting individuals with their physical and emotional care, daily living needs and healthcare procedures.
Course units (9)
Mandatory units
- Communication in care settings
- Handle information in care settings
- Personal development in care settings
- Implement person-centred approaches in care settings
- Equality and inclusion in care settings
- Health, safety and wellbeing in care settings
- Responsibilities of a care worker
- Duty of care
- Safeguarding and protection in care settings
The qualification includes optional units selected to reflect the learner’s role, needs and interests.
How you will learn
The course is 6-9 months long. You will attend class room sessions at the College once a week There will also be some online activities to complete.
Assessment
Assessment is by coursework over the duration of your study.
You will qualify with
- Focus Awards Level 2 Diploma in Care
Careers and progression
Career options
- adult care worker
- healthcare assistant/support worker
- personal assistant
Progress on to
- higher level courses, such as a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care qualification
Skills employers look for
- Empathy and patience
- Active listening
- Personal care
- Safeguarding awareness
- Accurate record keeping
- Medication support
- Working on shifts
- Teamwork
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