Level 4 BTEC Diploma in Adult Care Course in Newcastle. Classes run at Newcastle College, part-time during the day over 18 weeks. You'll need to be working in a care role to enrol, as the qualification is designed to be applied in a real work setting. A Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is an advantage, and your English and maths will be assessed at an initial guidance session. The course covers the knowledge and practice needed to work at a senior level in adult social care. This is the Pearson Edexcel BTEC Diploma in Adult Care qualification.
Who this course is for
Part time
Entry requirements
A Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care would be an advantage. A good level of English and maths which will be assessed at the information, advice and guidance session. Also to be in a work role to support the level of the qualification.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches in adult care settings.
You'll understand how to support individuals' health, wellbeing, and dignity.
You'll learn how to lead and supervise others in a care environment.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to apply them in practice.
You'll explore duty of care, legislation, and professional responsibilities.
You'll build understanding of communication in complex care situations.
You'll examine how to support positive risk-taking and individual choice.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Newcastle College, combining taught sessions with work-based evidence gathered from your current role. Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence, written assignments, and professional discussions. Your workplace practice forms a core part of how you demonstrate competence at this level. You'll attend daytime classes part-time across 18 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to be in a relevant work role in adult care, as workplace evidence is required for this qualification.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: progress into senior or lead care roles
Senior care worker: supervise day-to-day care delivery
Team leader in adult social care: coordinate a small care team
Support worker: work with adults with complex needs
Residential care worker: support adults in care home settings
Community care worker: deliver care in people's own homes
What you could study next
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: the next step if you want to move into registered manager or service manager roles.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a higher education route that builds on Level 4 study and can lead to degree-level qualifications.
Nursing or social work degree programmes: some universities accept relevant Level 4 qualifications as part of entry requirements.
