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Level 3 BTEC Adult Care Course in Derby

Cost£2,225.00
Duration52 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Adult Care Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College Hudson Building, part-time during the day. You need to be working in an appropriate role in the adult care sector to join. The course runs over 52 weeks, so you can build your knowledge alongside your current job. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Diploma in Adult Care classes cover the skills and understanding needed to take on greater responsibility in senior care roles.

Who this course is for

This Diploma is ideal if you want to advance your career and take greater responsibility in more senior roles in the adult care sector.

Entry requirements

You need to be working in an appropriate role in the sector.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your understanding of safeguarding adults and how to respond to concerns.
  • You'll learn how to apply person-centred approaches in care settings.
  • You'll explore health, wellbeing, and person-centred care planning.
  • You'll build knowledge of legislation and duty of care in adult social care.
  • You'll develop skills to support effective communication with individuals and their families.
  • You'll learn how to lead and support others in a care team.
  • You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in adult care practice.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at Derby College Hudson Building, with a mix of taught sessions and practical application linked to your workplace role. Assessment is through assignments, case studies, and portfolio evidence drawn from your work in adult care. You'll build a body of evidence over the 52 weeks that demonstrates your competence and knowledge across the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Derby College Hudson Building will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Senior care assistant: take on more responsibility in a care team.
  • Team leader in adult care: supervise and support care staff day to day.
  • Care coordinator: organise care plans and manage service delivery.
  • Support worker: assist adults with daily living and independence.
  • Residential care worker: provide support in a care home setting.
  • Community care worker: deliver care in people's own homes.
  • How to become a senior care worker: this level 3 btec diploma in adult care qualification is the recognised step up.

What you could study next

A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care is the natural next step if you want to move into management. You could also look at a Foundation Degree or degree in Health and Social Care for further professional development. If you're working toward registration with a professional body, a Level 4 or 5 qualification in adult care management opens those routes.

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