Adult Care Diploma Level 3 RQF

Our Diploma in Adult Care aims to equip learners with a better understanding of this subject area. The programme strives to assess the development of the student’s knowledge and skills related to the health and social care sector.

The underpinning knowledge sections of the programme of study have been fully updated to include the latest Acts of Parliament, government guidelines and Codes of Practice, including:

Care Act (2014) and subsequent amendments
Fundamental Standards 2015
Duty of Candour
New principles of independent advocacy
Revised Audit Processes, following the publication of the Caldicott Report (2015)
The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
Skills for Care’s updated CPD guide
Updates to the requirements for Care and Support Plans
Updates to definitions of the balance between risk assessment, risk-taking and rights and responsibilities

Please Note: a work placement of at least 50 hours is required to complete this option.

This is the ideal course for individuals who would like to pursue a career in the health and social care industry. Popular job roles include: Senior Care Assistants, Support Workers, and Key Workers in residential settings, as well as domiciliary services and day services.

This is suitable for individuals who would like to develop their knowledge and understanding of the Health and Social Care industry.

There is no previous learning knowledge needed to enrol on to the course making it easily accessible to anyone who would like to learn more about this subject area. However, you will find it useful if you already have some background knowledge of the industry.

Qualification -Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF)

Awarding body - Training Qualifications UK

Regulating body - Ofqual

Regulating body reference - 603/2553/7

19+ loans *cannot* be used to fund this course, Interest free payment plans available