Free Level 3 Adult Social Care Course in Kettering. Classes run at Tresham College Kettering Campus on a part-time daytime basis, taking around 5 months to complete. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care is the right starting point for you. The course covers the knowledge and values you need to work in adult social care settings, from safeguarding and person-centred care to communication and health and safety.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of safeguarding adults and how to respond to concerns.
You'll explore person-centred approaches and what they mean in practice.
You'll learn about duty of care and how it applies to care work.
You'll develop your understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
You'll cover communication skills relevant to working with adults who need support.
You'll learn about health, safety, and wellbeing in adult social care environments.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of those working in adult social care.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Tresham College Kettering Campus. You'll be assessed through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that reflect real care work situations. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than a single end-point exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tresham College Kettering Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in care homes or the community.
Support worker: helping adults with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
Home care worker: providing personal care and support in people's own homes.
Residential care worker: working in supported living or residential care settings.
Day centre support worker: assisting adults in community day service settings.
Healthcare support worker: entry-level support roles in NHS or community health teams.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the main vocational qualification for those moving into paid care roles, covering practical competencies alongside knowledge.
Level 4 Certificate in Leading Change in Health and Social Care: suited to those moving toward supervisory or team leader responsibilities.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: for those aiming at registered manager or senior leadership roles in care services.
