Course overview
This course is perfect for anyone with an interest in Health and Social Care, and who want to develop their knowledge and understanding of the industry.
Our diploma in Adult Care is a recognised RQF qualification and replaces the old level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
The Adult Care diploma prepares learners with the resources needed to develop the student’s knowledge and skills relating to the health and social care sector. Students are required to complete various assignments and will be provided with an expert tutor. Tutors will review and mark work and offer constructive feedback.
This diploma offers a holistic understanding of the primary roles within a health and social care setting. Moreover, the purpose of the qualification is to support the learner’s role in the workplace and to enable them to progress to higher-level qualifications.
Job outcomes
- Senior Care Assistant
- Support Worker
- Key Worker in residential settings
What you'll learn
Undertaking this diploma allows for the opportunity to become a senior care assistant and, or support worker. This programme of study has been fully updated to include the latest Acts of Parliament, Government Guidelines, and Codes of Practice. For instance, Care Act (2014), Fundamental Standards (2015), Skills for Care’s updated (CPD guide), and (GDPR) The General Data Protection Regulations, just to name a few.
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
- Up to 12 months to complete
Entry requirements
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.
Please note that a work placement of at least 50 hours is required to complete this option.
Course features
- You will be provided with comprehensive materials designed to provide you with everything required to complete your Adult Care Diploma
- 12 months expert tutor support
- Unlimited assignment submissions during the course
- This course is eligible for the TOTUM PRO card. The TOTUM PRO card is ideal for part-time learners studying for a professional qualification and who are looking to save money whilst doing so
Work placement
A work placement of at least 50 hours is required to complete this option.
As part of this work placement, you must first ensure that a member of staff with occupational competence is able to provide supervision, prepare and sign the witness testimonies, to prove you have achieved the work based learning outcomes of this course.
Assessment
The level 3 diploma contains several different units of assessment that sit within the RQF (Regulated Qualification Framework). For each section completed, students will gain a specific number of credits.
In terms of entry requirements, there is no previous knowledge needed to enrol on the course, which makes it desirable and easily accessible. However, like anything, if you have background knowledge of the industry, it always helps.
It is worth noting that a work placement will be a part of the assessment, which requires at least 50 hours of your time to complete. You will receive 12 months of expert tutor support and unlimited assignment submissions during the course.
As noted previously, students are required to complete various assignments, and each student will receive expert advice and feedback in order to continue their development and complete the course to a high standard.
Testimonials
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CarleneAdult Care Diploma Level 3 RQF"Very happy with my experience so far. The set up was quick and easy. The course materials arrived quickly. My tutor Julie is always quick to respond and very helpful and friendly. I haven't got a bad word to say about NCC at all. When I'm finished with my course I will be looking at what else I can do with them."
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Sue SearleAdult Care Diploma Level 3 RQF"They have been very helpful since I enrolled in my course. I'm really looking forward to starting my course, which will help me to progress in my Carer as a Care Assistant. Once I've completed my level 3 in Adult Social Care I will be doing my level 4 with NCC Home Learning."
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Thomas SoretireAdult Care Diploma Level 3 RQF"I just enrolled last week, but the enrolment was very smooth and easy. I was quickly assigned a tutor, and even when I called in order to change my course, I received a quick response. Everything was sorted within a couple of minutes."
Who's it for?
- This is suitable for individuals who would like to develop their knowledge and understanding of the Health and Social Care industry.
Delivery
You will be provided with comprehensive materials designed to provide you with everything required to complete your Adult Care Diploma.
You will have your own dedicated tutor who will guide you through your coursework and answer any questions you may have during your course. Additionally, your dedicated support representative will provide you with any practical advice.
Subjects
About NCC Home Learning
NCC Home Learning is an award-winning education provider with over 25 years of experience offering distance learning solutions. To date, we are proud to have delivered quality training to over half a million learners worldwide.
Our belief is that further education should be accessible to everyone - we empower our learners to take control over their education, and help them to study around their busy lifestyles.
