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Level 3 Adult Care Course at ACL Essex

CostFREE
Duration60 minutes
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Adult Care Course. Work-based training at your workplace. This course is aimed at lead care workers with delegated responsibilities, such as key workers, senior care assistants, and advanced support workers. You study while working in your role, applying what you learn directly to your day-to-day practice. A free adult care qualification that supports progression into senior and lead roles within care settings. NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care with certificate.

Who this course is for

Aimed at lead care workers that have key responsibilities for the delivery of care and support. They will have a level of delegated responsibility, such as key workers, senior care assistants or advanced support workers. It comprises of core mandatory uni

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in leading and overseeing the delivery of care and support
  • You'll learn how to take on delegated responsibilities within a care team
  • You'll understand safeguarding, duty of care, and person-centred approaches at a senior level
  • You'll build knowledge of health, safety, and risk management in care settings
  • You'll learn how to support and communicate effectively with individuals, families, and colleagues
  • You'll develop your understanding of professional standards and accountability in adult care

How you will learn

This is a work-based qualification. You'll be assessed through a portfolio of evidence gathered from your day-to-day role, observations of your practice in the workplace, and professional discussions with an assessor. Assessment takes place in your work setting, so you demonstrate competence through real tasks and responsibilities rather than exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. ACL Essex will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Senior care assistant: lead a team and oversee care delivery
  • Key worker: hold delegated responsibility for named individuals
  • Advanced support worker: provide specialist support in care settings
  • Care team leader: coordinate day-to-day care operations
  • Support worker (senior): step up from a standard support role
  • Residential care worker: work in supported or residential settings at a senior level

What you could study next

With a Level 3 adult care qualification, you could move toward a Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care, which supports progression into management and specialist roles. A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care is the route toward registered manager status. Some learners also pursue specialist qualifications in areas such as dementia care or end-of-life care.

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