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Free Level 3 Adult Social Care Course in Stoke-on-Trent

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 Stoke-on-Trent. Classes run at E.Quality Training Hanley Training Centre, with full-time daytime adult social care classes across a 10-month programme. This level 3 adult social care qualification covers the knowledge and values you need to work in adult social care settings. It suits anyone new to the sector who wants to understand what the work involves before committing to a longer course or role. Students who need to build their maths and English work toward those alongside the main course.

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 explore the principles and values that underpin adult social care work.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding adults and how to recognise and respond to abuse or neglect.
  • You'll understand the importance of person-centred approaches in care settings.
  • You'll study health, safety, and wellbeing responsibilities in a care environment.
  • You'll learn about communication skills relevant to working with adults who need support.
  • You'll develop an understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in social care.
  • You'll gain knowledge of the roles and responsibilities involved in supervised care work.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at E.Quality Training Hanley Training Centre, attending full-time during the day. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that reflect real situations in adult social care. Maths and English are integrated into your programme if you need to work toward those qualifications at the same time.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. E.Quality Training Hanley 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: working with adults with disabilities or mental health needs
  • Home care worker: providing personal care and support in clients' own homes
  • Day centre support worker: assisting adults in community day service settings
  • Residential care worker: working in care homes under supervision
  • Healthcare support worker: entry-level support roles in NHS or private health settings

What you could study next

  • NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the fuller qualification for those moving into a substantive care role or apprenticeship.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): widely used for career progression and often completed alongside employment in the sector.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading Adult Care: a step toward supervisory and team leader roles in social care settings.
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