Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Adult Care Course in Hayle. Classes run at Dynamo Healthcare Training, blending online study with daytime sessions at the centre. You must have a Level 2 in health and social care, or an equivalent qualification, to enrol. The course takes 12 months part-time. It is aimed at lead adult care workers who support people facing physical, social, emotional or intellectual challenges. You'll develop skills in leadership, person-centred care, and supporting independence and dignity. Funding is available through an Advanced Learner Loan, which covers 100% of the course fee.
Who this course is for
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (England) is for learners who are employed in the role of a lead adult care worker.
A lead adult care worker will make a positive difference to someones life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional or intellectual challenges. They will be expected to exercise judgement and take appropriate action to support individuals to maintain their independence, dignity and control. By providing leadership, guidance and direction at the frontline of care delivery, they will be instrumental in improving the health and wellbeing of those receiving care and support. Lead adult care workers will in some circumstances have delegated responsibility for the standard of care provided and may supervise the work of other care workers. By exercising autonomy and accountability, they will lead and support others to comply with expected standards and behaviours. Lead adult care workers may work in residential or nursing homes, domiciliary care, day centres or some clinical healthcare settings. As well as covering lead adult care workers, this standard also covers Lead Personal Assistants who can work at this senior level but may only work directly for one individual who needs support and/or care services, usually within their own home.
Entry requirements
You must have a level 2 in health and social care or equivalent
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in providing leadership and guidance to other care workers.
You'll learn how to support individuals to maintain their independence, dignity and control.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to respond to concerns.
You'll practise person-centred approaches to care planning and review.
You'll learn how to handle complex situations and exercise professional judgement.
You'll explore health and wellbeing, including supporting individuals with physical and emotional needs.
You'll develop your understanding of legislation, duty of care, and professional standards in adult social care.
How you will learn
Learning is blended: you'll complete online study in your own time alongside scheduled daytime sessions at Dynamo Healthcare Training in Hayle. Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence drawn from your workplace practice, demonstrating competence across the units. You must be employed as a lead adult care worker to complete the work-based evidence required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Dynamo Healthcare Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people with daily living in care settings.
Lead adult care worker: provide guidance and oversight within a care team.
Senior care worker: take on supervisory responsibility in residential or community care.
Support worker: work with adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in people's own homes.
Care team leader: coordinate a small team in a care home or supported living setting.
What you could study next
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: the next step if you want to move into management or registered manager roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management in Adult Care: a shorter route to developing management skills.
Nursing or social work degrees: if you want to move into a regulated health or social care profession, this qualification supports your application.
