• Access Duration: 12 Months
• Awarded by: NCFE CACHE
• Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 437
• Total Qualifications Time (TQT): 580
• Qualification Level: 3
• Qualification Number: 610/0498/4
• Credits: 58
• UCAS Points: 32

• Develop a fundamental understanding to work in the adult care sector.
• Demonstrate a complete understanding of professional standards and ethics in adult care settings.
• Apply principles of person-centred care in various adult care environments.
• Develop strategies to promote the physical, emotional, and social well-being of adults.
• Apply health and safety policies to ensure a safe care environment.
• Reflect on practice to identify areas for improvement and continuous professional development.

• Learners over the age of 16 years are eligible to enrol for the course.
• It is recommended learners have GCSE in English and Maths or have achieved a Level 2 qualification or equivalent.
• Learners should have a good standard of written and spoken skills.
• Learners will need to be volunteering, working, or on practical placement and demonstrate competence in skills and knowledge. (A care setting is suitable).
• You will need to undertake a UK-based (excluding NI) work placement of at least 50 hours and participate in workplace observations witnessed by a qualified mentor within your workplace and remote observation by our assessor.

• Lead Adult Care Workers
• Senior Care Support Workers
• Lead Personal Assistant
• Mental Health Support Workers
• Children & Young People Support Workers
• Therapy Support Workers
• Care Workers

• Written Assignments: Each unit includes written assignments that you will need to complete. These assignments are marked internally by our qualified assessors. Throughout the course, your personal tutor will provide constructive feedback and guidance to help you succeed.
• Direct Observations: You will be required to undergo direct observation in a suitable environment to demonstrate your practical skills.
• Witness Testimonies: To complete this course, you must be working in a care environment, whether employed or on a temporary placement. You will need a supervisor or manager from your workplace to verify your work as per the criteria. The supervisor or manager will prepare and sign witness testimonies to confirm that you have met the work-based learning outcomes of the course.
• Assessor Support: You will have full access to support from our assessors through various communication channels, including Telephone, WhatsApp, Online discussion forums, email, and web chats.

For further details or any specific questions about the assessment process, please click the ‘Enquiry’ button below to get in touch with us.

• This course can be completed through two flexible study options to suit your lifestyle:
  • Standard Course Plan (9-12 months) – ideal for learners balancing other commitments.
  • Fast Track Option (6 months) – perfect for those who can dedicate intensive study time.
• Most learners complete within their chosen timeframe, though some may finish earlier depending on personal circumstances and available study time. We accommodate your pace with unlimited support for 12 months. This Level 3 Diploma requires approximately 437 guided learning hours.

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The Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care provides you with the knowledge, compassion, and practical skills essential for supporting adults in a variety of care settings. This qualification helps you build the foundation for a genuine, impactful professional pathway.

Potential Academic Progression Pathways

Step 01: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services

Step 02: Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care

Step 03: Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Social Care, Nursing, or Social Work

Alternative Pathways

Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care

Completing the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care at South London College opens up a range of rewarding career prospects in the health, health and social care, and public services sectors. The qualification equips learners with the skills and knowledge to support vulnerable adults in various care settings. Qualified individuals are better prepared to take on more advanced and specialised roles, reflecting their competence. Additionally, the skills acquired through this course are highly transferable and beneficial in many other careers, including social work, youth work, and mental health support. The diploma provides a strong foundation for roles including care coordinators and care managers.

Here are some careers you could pursue, along with typical UK salaries (Source: Glassdoor):

• Senior Carer – £25,000
• Mental Health Support Worker – £25,000
• Care Worker – £25,000
• Senior Healthcare Support Worker – £27,000
• Lead Adult Care Worker – £29,000

With this award, you can also progress to higher-level CACHE Certificates or Diplomas, taking on more specialised roles or leadership positions and boosting your earning potential over time.

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