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Health and Social Care

Adult Care NCFE Level 3 Diploma

Next Open Event · 12th January 4:30pm to 7:00pm

This course is for people who are in a caring role within the Health and Social Care sector. You may be employed full or part-time, paid or voluntary.
This qualification allows people to become more competent, confident in their work and will increase their value in the employment market. It will also enable candidates to progress to further education and training.

You will develop the skills and knowledge needed to work in the Health Care Sector.

What You’ll Learn

Course Structure

The qualification consists of 9 mandatory units:

• Communication
• E&D
• H&S
• Personal Development
• Person Centred Care
• Data
• Responsibilities
• Duty of Care
• Safeguarding

Optional units in:

• Aspects of Support
• Specialisms
• Clinical Skills
• Leadership

 

How You're Assessed

Assessment Methods

Assignment work, Direct Observation and Witness Testimony

Career Destinations

Where This Course Takes You

Care Workers and Home Carers

Up to £33,748
/year

Care workers and home carers attend to the personal needs and comforts of children, the elderly, the infirm and others with care and support needs (‘service users’) within residential care establishments, day care establishments or in their own homes.

Senior Care Workers

Up to £36,757
/year

Senior care workers routinely oversee and monitor care workers, care assistants and home carers. They also attend to the personal needs and comforts of children, the elderly and the infirm and others with care and support needs (‘service users’) within residential care establishments, day care establishments or in their own homes.

Houseparents and Residential Wardens

Up to £38,731
/year

Houseparents and residential wardens are responsible for the care and supervision of children, young people and the elderly within residential homes, schools or their own homes. An essential requirement of their work is that they reside with those for whom they are providing support.

Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants

Up to £34,249
/year

Nursing auxiliaries and assistants assist doctors, nurses and other health professionals in caring for the sick and injured within hospitals, homes, clinics and the wider community.

With further study or experience

Where this course can lead in time

  • Residential, Day and Domiciliary Care Managers and Proprietors
  • Social Workers
  • Social Services Managers and Directors

Your progression pathway

Before this Level 2 or GCSEs
This course Level 3 Adult Care NCFE Level 3 Diploma
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Student Voice

“

Doncaster College has been an amazing experience. I’ve learnt teamwork, problem solving, and gained real experience through work placements. The tutors and students are great, and it’s helped me get ready to study paramedic science at university.

Costs

Course Fees

UK

£2882 or National Skills Funded

Please Note Course Fees are subject to change.

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Quick Reference Guide

Level

Level 3

Duration

18 - 24 months.

Study Mode

Full-Time

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Applications are open. Apply online in minutes.

Questions? Call 0800 358 7575