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Free Level 3 Adult Care Course in Lewisham – Deptford Adult Learning

CostFREE
Duration580 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Adult Care Course in Lewisham. Classes run at Deptford Adult Learning, blending time at the centre with online study. The course is free for eligible learners who are unemployed on qualifying benefits or employed earning below the London Living Wage.

You'll develop the knowledge, skills and competence needed to work in adult care. Topics include person-centred care, safeguarding, health and safety, communication, and supporting individuals with their wellbeing. The course takes around 580 hours of study of study, part-time during the day. You must be working, volunteering, or on a practical placement in an adult care setting to meet the assessment requirements.

You'll finish with an NCFE Diploma in Adult Care at Level 3.

Who this course is for

This course is for adults who want to develop the knowledge, skills and competence required to work in adult care. It is suitable for learners who are working, volunteering or undertaking a practical placement in an adult care setting and want to develop their career towards roles such as lead adult care worker, senior care support worker or lead personal assistant.

Entry requirements

Learners must be aged 19 or over. You will complete an initial assessment in English, maths and digital skills and an Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) session before enrolment. You should have the English, maths and digital skills required to study successfully at Level 3. You must be working, volunteering or undertaking a suitable practical placement in an adult care setting to meet the assessment requirements of the qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand person-centred approaches to adult care.
  • You'll learn how to safeguard adults from abuse and neglect.
  • You'll develop skills in communication with individuals, families and colleagues.
  • You'll understand how to support individuals' health, wellbeing and daily living.
  • You'll learn about duty of care and professional responsibilities in care settings.
  • You'll develop knowledge of equality, diversity and inclusion in adult care.
  • You'll understand how to handle information and maintain confidentiality.

How you will learn

The course uses a blend of classroom sessions at Deptford Adult Learning and online study. Assessment is work-based, so you'll gather evidence from your care setting through observations, reflective accounts and professional discussions. You'll also complete written assignments. An initial assessment in English, maths and digital skills takes place before enrolment, along with an Information, Advice and Guidance session.

What you will need to bring

You must be working, volunteering, or on a suitable practical placement in an adult care setting before you start. Deptford Adult Learning will confirm what else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Lead Adult Care Worker, takes responsibility for supporting and guiding other care staff.
  • Senior Care Worker, oversees day-to-day care delivery in a residential or community setting.
  • Senior Care Assistant, provides hands-on care with added responsibility for a team.
  • Care Team Leader, coordinates a small team of care workers.
  • Adult Care Worker, supports individuals with daily living in a range of care settings.
  • Care Assistant, provides personal and practical support to adults in need of care.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care, the natural next step for those moving into management or specialist roles in adult social care.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, suited to those aiming for registered manager or senior leadership positions.
  • Apprenticeship in Lead Adult Care, combines work-based learning with a formal qualification at Level 3.
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