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Level 3 Adult Care Course in Wakefield

CostCheck if you can do this free
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryBlended learning
Start30 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Heart of Yorkshire Education Group for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Adult Care Course in Wakefield. Classes run at Wakefield College, combining one daytime session each week with an online evening session. You'll study both mandatory and optional units, covering person-centred practice, safeguarding, infection control, communication, and leadership skills. The course runs over 12 months part-time. You'll need to be working, volunteering, or on a practical placement throughout, as assessment draws on real workplace evidence. Entry requires a successful interview and GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in English.

Who this course is for

This qualification develops the knowledge and skills needed when working in care settings. It contains both mandatory and optional units allowing learners to tailor the qualification to meet their needs, interests, preferred progression paths and the context of their job role.

The qualification covers a wide range of areas which includes units covering:

  • Aspects of support
  • Specialisms
  • Clinical skills or healthcare tasks
  • Leadership and management skills

It is aimed at all those who wish to work or are already working in health and social care settings in England.

Learners will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement, as they need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.

Entry requirements

A successful interview and GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in English. You should have an interest in the subject, and experience of working in the sector is recommended.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to promote communication effectively in care settings.
  • You'll understand how to handle and protect sensitive information about individuals.
  • You'll apply person-centred approaches that support choice and independence.
  • You'll learn how to safeguard individuals from harm and abuse.
  • You'll understand infection prevention and control in care environments.
  • You'll develop leadership and management skills relevant to a senior care role.
  • You'll learn how to promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights in care settings.
  • You'll understand your duty of care and how to support personal wellbeing.

How you will learn

All units are assessed internally. You'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your workplace or placement, demonstrating both knowledge and practical competence. Assessment methods include case studies, written reports, presentations, poster presentations, discussions, and direct observation by an assessor. One day per week is spent at Wakefield College (9.30am to 4.30pm), with one online twilight session per week (approximately 5.00pm to 8.00pm).

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wakefield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting individuals with daily living in residential or home care.
  • Senior care worker: leading a small team and overseeing care delivery.
  • Support worker: working with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Healthcare assistant: supporting clinical staff in community or hospital settings.
  • Domiciliary care worker: providing personal care and support in people's homes.
  • Day centre support worker: organising activities and care for adults in day services.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step if you move into a supervisory or team leader role.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: suited to those moving into registered manager or service manager positions.
  • Nursing associate or nursing degree apprenticeship: for those looking to progress into a clinical career within health and social care.
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