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Free Level 3 Adult Social Care Course in Stafford

CostFREE
Duration10 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Adult Social Care Course in Stafford. Classes run at E.Quality Training Stafford Training Centre. This full-time daytime adult social care course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in adult social care settings. The course runs over 10 months. If you don't yet have maths or English at grade 4 or equivalent, you'll work toward those alongside the main qualification. The level 3 adult social care qualification is awarded by NCFE CACHE, a name employers in health and social care recognise.

Who this course is for

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care. This qualification provides an ideal taster for those who may be new to the sector or new to the world of work. It is accessible to learners of all ages who may want to understand more about working in health and social care.

Entry requirements

Anyone working towards a career in adult health and social care in a supervised job role.

Students who do not have their Maths & English at a grade 4 or above, including equivalent qualifications, (Functional Skills) will work to achieve these alongside this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the values and principles that underpin adult social care work.
  • You'll learn how to support individuals' dignity, rights, and independence.
  • You'll explore safeguarding and how to protect adults at risk of harm.
  • You'll study health, safety, and wellbeing in care settings.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals and their families.
  • You'll understand person-centred approaches to care and support.
  • You'll develop awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion in social care.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at E.Quality Training Stafford Training Centre. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete during the course. Maths and English are integrated into your study programme where needed, so you build those skills alongside your adult social care classes.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. E.Quality Training Stafford Training 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: helping individuals with physical or learning disabilities
  • Home care worker: providing personal care and support in people's homes
  • Healthcare support worker: assisting in NHS or community health settings
  • Residential care worker: working in care homes with older adults
  • Day centre support worker: supporting adults in community day services

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into a substantive care role, and the qualification linked to the Lead Adult Care Worker standard.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): suited to those working in a care role who want a work-based qualification.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: for those aiming toward senior or management roles in social care.
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