Free Level 3 Adult Care Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study while you work in your care role, applying what you learn directly on the job. The course covers the knowledge and practice needed to deliver high-quality adult care, including supporting individuals' wellbeing, safeguarding, and person-centred approaches. You must be working in an appropriate care setting to enrol. This is a solid adult care qualification for anyone already in the sector who wants to formalise their skills and take on greater responsibility.
Who this course is for
Qualification only delivery funded through National Skills Fund, Learner Loan or directly by the learner
Entry requirements
Applications through the website - must be working in the appropriate setting at the correct level.
What you will learn
You'll develop your understanding of person-centred approaches in adult care.
You'll learn how to support individuals' health, wellbeing, and independence.
You'll apply safeguarding principles to protect vulnerable adults.
You'll understand duty of care and how to handle dilemmas in practice.
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll learn how to support individuals with medication, nutrition, and personal care.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in a care setting.
How you will learn
This is a work-based qualification. You build evidence from your day-to-day practice in your care role. Assessment includes observations in the workplace, professional discussions, and a portfolio of evidence. You will be assessed by a qualified assessor who will visit you at work. Some knowledge units may be assessed through written questions or assignments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Herefordshire College Hereford will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in residential or home care.
Senior care assistant: lead shifts and support junior staff in care settings.
Support worker: help adults with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
Residential care worker: provide personal care and support in a care home.
Home care worker: deliver personal care and support in clients' own homes.
Day centre support worker: support adults in community day service settings.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step if you want to move into a senior or supervisory role in adult social care.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: suited to those moving into registered manager or service manager roles.
Nursing Access to Higher Education Diploma: if you want to progress toward a nursing or allied health degree.
