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Level 3 Adult Care Course Online – JAG Training

Cost£2,882.00
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Adult Care Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, which makes it practical if you're already working shifts or have other commitments. The course covers the skills and knowledge needed to support adults in residential, domiciliary, or day care settings, and prepares you to take on greater responsibility in your role. You'll need to be working or volunteering in an adult care setting to enrol. The course typically takes 12 months.

Who this course is for

The Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is designed for individuals working in adult care who want to build their skills and take on more responsibility in their role. It is ideal for care workers, support workers, key workers, and senior care assistants in residential, domiciliary, or day care settings. If you are already working in care and are ready to progress or develop professionally, this course is a perfect next step.

This qualification is suited to those who support adults with physical or learning disabilities, mental health conditions, or age-related needs. It will help you develop a deeper understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding, communication, health and safety, and professional responsibilities. You will also learn how to lead by example, work in partnership with others, and contribute to the wellbeing and independence of those you support.

The course is delivered through a mix of workplace observations, written assignments, reflective practice, and professional discussions. A dedicated assessor will support you throughout, helping you to apply learning directly to your role and build a strong portfolio of evidence.

By the end of the course, you will have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to work more independently and take on supervisory duties. It is also a great foundation for further study, such as leadership or management qualifications in adult care. If you are committed to making a difference in people’s lives and want to progress in your care career, this course is for you.

Entry requirements

Learners must be working or volunteering in a relevant adult care setting. A valid DBS check is required. While no formal qualifications are needed, a good standard of English and maths is essential. Basic computer skills are useful, particularly for accessing learning materials and submitting assignments online. This qualification is ideal for those who have already completed a Level 2 care qualification or have experience in the sector and are ready to take on more responsibility.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in care planning, including how to assess needs and review plans alongside other professionals.
  • You'll learn safe moving and handling techniques to protect both yourself and the people you support.
  • You'll understand end-of-life care, including advance care planning, communication, and symptom management.
  • You'll cover basic life support, including CPR, recovery position, and responding to accidents in the workplace.
  • You'll learn about fire safety procedures and how to prevent workplace fires.
  • You'll understand food safety practices, including hygiene, contamination risks, and safe food preparation.
  • You'll build the knowledge needed to take on a senior or lead role within your care setting.

How you will learn

You study online, working through learning materials and submitting assignments digitally. Assessment is based on the work you produce in your care setting, so you apply your learning directly to your day-to-day role. Basic computer skills are needed to access materials and submit work. JAG Training will confirm the full assessment requirements before you start.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a valid DBS check and to be working or volunteering in an adult care setting. Basic computer skills are needed to access learning materials and submit assignments online. JAG Training 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 settings.
  • Senior care worker: leading a team and taking responsibility for care quality.
  • Support worker: helping adults with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
  • Key worker: coordinating care and acting as a named contact for individuals.
  • Domiciliary care worker: delivering personal care to people in their own homes.
  • Day care support worker: supporting adults in a structured daytime care environment.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step if you want to move into a supervisory or management 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 or social work degrees: if you want to move into a regulated health or social care profession, this Diploma can support your application.
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