Free Level 3 Adult Care Course in Coventry. Classes run at Southfields Adult Education Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time, making it manageable alongside caring responsibilities or other commitments. This adult care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to support adults in care settings, from person-centred practice to safeguarding and health and safety. The course takes around 80 hours to complete.
Who this course is for
Courses run on various days, times and venues in Coventry. Some courses may also be offered online. For more detailed information regarding courses please visit our website: http//www.coventry.gov.uk/adulted from 01/08/2022 or select the "Go to course" option below.
What you will learn
You'll understand person-centred approaches to supporting adults in care settings.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
You'll develop knowledge of health and safety responsibilities in adult care.
You'll understand duty of care and how to handle dilemmas in practice.
You'll learn how to support individuals with communication needs.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
You'll develop skills in supporting individuals with their health and wellbeing.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Southfields Adult Education Centre. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments, reflective accounts, and observation in practice. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your knowledge and competence across the units covered in the Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Southfields Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in residential or home care.
Support worker: working with adults with physical or learning disabilities.
Senior care assistant: taking on lead responsibility within a care team.
Home care worker: delivering personal care in clients' own homes.
Residential care worker: supporting adults in care homes or supported living.
Day centre support worker: assisting adults in community day services.
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 aiming for registered manager or team leader positions.
Nursing or social work degrees: for those looking to move into regulated health or social care professions.
