Level 3 Adult Social Care Course at Newcastle College Southwark College

Cost£1,596.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start5 Oct 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Adult Social Care Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Newcastle College Southwark College, full-time during the day. This adult social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to support adults in care settings. The course takes one year to complete. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care with certificate.

Who this course is for

For learners interested in Healthcare releated disciplines

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles and values that underpin adult social care
  • You'll learn how to support individuals with their personal care and wellbeing
  • You'll explore safeguarding and how to protect adults from harm or abuse
  • You'll develop knowledge of health and safety responsibilities in care settings
  • You'll learn about person-centred approaches to supporting individuals
  • You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in a care context
  • You'll gain knowledge of communication skills used in adult social care

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom setting, full-time during the day. Learning is delivered through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and written assignments. Assessment is through coursework and knowledge-based tasks completed throughout the year. There are no formal written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College Southwark College 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 care
  • Support worker: helping individuals with physical or learning disabilities
  • Healthcare assistant: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings
  • Domiciliary care worker: providing care for people in their 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 in regulated settings.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing Adult Care: suited to those moving into supervisory or team leader positions.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: for those aiming toward registered manager roles.

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