Free Level 3 Adult Care Course. Study online at your own pace with Gecko Programmes. This adult care qualification is designed for people working in, or moving into, a lead adult care worker role in health and social care settings. You study online over around 8 months, fitting learning around your existing commitments. You must be at least 19, eligible for government funding, and able to demonstrate previous achievement in English or Health and Social Care at Level 2, or complete an initial assessment in English.
Who this course is for
Learners who wish to work or are working in a lead adult care worker role with adults in health and social care settings.
Entry requirements
Learners must be at least 19 years old.
Learners must be eligible for government funding.
Learners must demonstrate suitability by way of previous achievement in English or Health & Social Care level 2 and/or initial assessment in English.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in leading and supporting others in adult care settings.
You'll learn how to promote the health, wellbeing, and dignity of the people you support.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to respond to concerns.
You'll learn how to support individuals with their personal care, communication, and daily living needs.
You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches and care planning.
You'll understand duty of care, equality, and the legal framework in adult social care.
You'll build skills in handling information and maintaining accurate records.
How you will learn
You'll complete the course entirely online, working through study materials at your own pace. Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence, which you build up over the course. This typically includes written assignments, reflective accounts, and evidence of your knowledge and understanding across the units covered. Gecko Programmes will guide you through what evidence you need to gather.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Gecko Programmes will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care settings.
Senior care worker: take a lead role in a care team.
Lead adult care worker: coordinate care and support junior staff.
Support worker: work with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Residential care worker: provide support in a care home environment.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into supervisory or management roles 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.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: an option if you want to move into training or mentoring roles within the sector.
