Free Level 3 Adult Care Course in Lambeth. Classes run at JGA Group on weekends, so you can retrain without giving up weekday work. You'll need to be working, volunteering, or on a practical placement in a care setting to join. The course covers communication in care, safeguarding, person-centred approaches, health and safety, and the duties of a care worker. You'll also choose optional units to build on those foundations. The course typically takes six months part-time.
Who this course is for
All those who wish to work or are working in a lead adult care worker role with adults in health and social care settings.
Entry requirements
Learners will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement as they will need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to promote effective communication in care settings.
You'll understand how to handle information safely and confidentially.
You'll apply person-centred approaches when supporting adults with daily living needs.
You'll promote equality and inclusion in health and social care settings.
You'll carry out health, safety, and wellbeing responsibilities in a care environment.
You'll understand your duty of care and the responsibilities of a care worker.
You'll recognise and respond to safeguarding and protection concerns.
You'll develop skills to support adults with physical and emotional care needs.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in weekend classroom sessions at JGA Group in Lambeth. Assessment covers both knowledge and practical competence, so you'll need to demonstrate skills in your care setting as well as complete written work. The qualification includes nine mandatory units plus optional units you choose to suit your role. You'll be assessed on what you know and what you can do in practice.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. JGA Group will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living and personal care.
Lead adult care worker: taking on more responsibility within a care team.
Domiciliary care worker: providing care in people's own homes.
Support worker: helping adults with physical or emotional needs in residential settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in health and social care settings.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (NCFE CACHE): the next step for those moving into senior or supervisory roles in adult social care.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: suited to those aiming for registered manager or service-lead positions.
Nursing Associate or nursing degree apprenticeship: for those looking to move into a registered clinical role.
