Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care
Learners will have responsibility for providing person-centered, values-driven care and support for those accessing a service.
The learner will work under the direction of a manager or supervisor but will have a degree of autonomy.
As well as demonstrating best practice, they will be working towards promoting and modelling it. Learners may or may not have supervisory responsibilities for others.
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FAQs for Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care
This qualification has been developed to support a role in the workplace, as a lead adult care worker, lead personal assistants, care supervisors or community support workers. Learners are most likely to be working in the following settings:
• residential or nursing homes
• domiciliary care
• day centers
• healthcare
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This qualification also supports delivery of the Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard as the named on-programmed qualification within the apprenticeship.
How long will it take me to achieve this qualification?
This qualification is usually obtained by completing approximately 389 guided learning hours.
How is the qualification assessed?
This qualification is assessed by a portfolio of evidence that the apprentice builds during their time completing the qualification.
What next?
Individuals achieving this qualification can use what they have learned to progress further with the following qualifications:
• Highfield Level 4 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management in Adult Care (RQF)
• Highfield Level 4 Diploma in Care (RQF)
Where can this course be taken?
Through any Highfield approved training centre.