Free Level 3 Adult Social Care Course in York

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Adult Social Care Course in York. Classes run at York College, full-time during the day. Over one year, you'll build the knowledge and skills needed to work in adult social care settings. The course covers areas such as safeguarding, person-centred care, communication, and health and safety. When employers ask for an adult social care qualification, this level 3 adult social care certificate meets that standard.

Who this course is for

Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/

Entry requirements

Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of person-centred care and how to apply them.
  • You'll learn how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
  • You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals and their families.
  • You'll explore health, safety, and risk management in care settings.
  • You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in adult social care.
  • You'll learn about the roles and responsibilities of care workers and the wider sector.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at York College, attending full-time during the day. Assessment is likely to include written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that reflect real care work situations. York College will confirm the specific assessment methods and any placement requirements before you start.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in home or residential settings.
  • Support worker: helping individuals with physical or learning disabilities.
  • Healthcare assistant: assisting clinical staff in community or hospital care.
  • Domiciliary care worker: delivering personal care in people's own homes.
  • Residential care worker: working in care homes for older adults.
  • Day centre support worker: supporting adults in community day services.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the NVQ-style qualification many employers require for senior care roles and career progression.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing Adult Care: for those moving into team leader or supervisory positions.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health and Social Care): a route into nursing, social work, or health-related degrees at university.

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