Level 3 Adult Care Course in Wandsworth. Classes run at South Thames College - Tooting Centre, part-time during the day over one year. The pace is manageable, making it a practical option if you have other commitments alongside your studies. You'll cover the knowledge and skills needed to work confidently in adult social care settings. This level 3 adult care qualification is awarded by Highfield and covers areas such as safeguarding, person-centred care, and health and safety.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect adults at risk.
You'll learn how to support individuals using person-centred approaches.
You'll develop skills in health and wellbeing support, including personal care.
You'll explore effective communication with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll learn about duty of care, consent, and professional boundaries.
You'll understand how to support individuals with mental health, dementia, or learning disabilities.
You'll cover health and safety responsibilities in adult care settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Thames College - Tooting Centre. Assessment includes written assignments, reflective accounts, and observation of your practice in a care setting. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your competence across the units. Some elements may require you to be working in or have access to an adult care environment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Thames College - Tooting Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
Support worker: help individuals with daily living and independence.
Senior care assistant: take on lead responsibility within a care team.
Domiciliary care worker: deliver care in people's own homes.
Dementia care worker: specialist support for people living with dementia.
Mental health support worker: assist adults with mental health needs.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step if you want to move into a senior or supervisory role in adult social care.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: suited to those aiming for registered manager or service manager positions.
Nursing Associate or nursing degree programmes: for those considering a clinical career route after gaining care experience.
