Free Level 3 Adult Care Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. It covers the knowledge and skills needed to support adults in care settings, including safeguarding, person-centred practice, health and wellbeing, and professional responsibilities. The course typically takes around 18 months. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Adults
Entry requirements
https://www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk/
What you will learn
You'll understand how to provide person-centred care and support for adults.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
You'll develop knowledge of health, wellbeing, and conditions common in adult care settings.
You'll understand duty of care, consent, and professional boundaries.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in care practice.
You'll develop skills in supporting individuals with daily living activities.
How you will learn
This is an online course, so you study through digital learning materials at a time and pace that suits you. Assessment is based on a portfolio of evidence, written assignments, and reflective accounts that demonstrate your knowledge and practice. You will not sit a formal exam. Your assessor will review your work and provide feedback throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. TEC Partnership 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.
Senior care assistant: leading a small team and managing care plans.
Support worker: helping adults with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or community settings.
Domiciliary care worker: delivering personal care in people's own homes.
Residential care worker: supporting adults in care homes or supported living.
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 service manager positions.
Nursing Associate or nursing degree apprenticeships are also open to those with a Level 3 adult care qualification and relevant experience.
