The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is designed for people who aspire to, or want to gain employment as adult care workers or caregivers in the health and social care industry. It is the perfect choice of course that will equip you with the relevant skills and knowledge to have a career in Adult Care. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to work in the adult care industry, and the role pertaining to it. It is a highly rewarding career on many levels.
The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care will discuss key topics, including how to oversee the physical and emotional needs of patients, meeting the health and social care responsibilities of the people in your care, and safeguarding their welfare. As an adult care worker, you will learn what role and responsibilities you have to take to ensure that the people in your care lead lives of dignity.
If you want to help people and support them as they live out their lives, you will find working in adult care to bring you joy. This career is satisfying, as well as a good way to make a high income. This industry is growing, and qualified adult care workers are in high demand.
South London College (SLC) is your best choice for online education. We aim to equip all learners with the right skills and knowledge to pursue their dream careers. Whether it’s Adult Care or the corporate world SLC offers exclusive courses from accredited bodies. Qualified tutors, high-quality course material, complementary resources such as CV writing packs, career support, and course demo are all part of the learning experience at SLC.
Who is this Course aimed at? |
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Entry Requirements |
Learners will need to be over the age of 16 and must demonstrate the following:
In order to qualify for the programme, you will need to submit a completed application form which will be provided to you. This form should be provided to us within a month of enrolment, along with the following;
Upon submission of the documents, your application will be reviewed. If you fail to meet the entry requirements of the programme, your application will not be accepted. |
Course Objectives |
The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care has been developed to give learners the opportunity to:
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Course Description |
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Method of Assessment |
The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is a 580 TQT, 58-credit, and 399-guided-learning-hour (GLH) qualification that consists of 9 mandatory units (28 credits) and few optional units (30 credits) to achieve a total of 58 credits. To pass this course, the learner must regularly submit assignments. The purpose of the assessment is to ensure that effective learning has taken place to give learners the opportunity to:
All units within these qualifications are internally assessed. The qualifications are criterion referenced-based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes. Learners can take 12-18 months to complete this course. |
Certification |
Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care Certificate. It will make you valuable to employers, and your motivation at gaining new skills will be recognised. |
Awarding Body |
CACHE is continually investing in high quality qualifications for the care and education industry, making them the UK’s leading sector specialist. Developed by experts, CACHE qualifications help millions of learners to raise professional standards across the sector. As a result, CACHE has gained a deserved reputation for excellence and leadership. NCFE is a National Awarding Organisation passionate about designing, developing, and certificating diverse, nationally recognised qualifications and awards. These qualifications contribute to the success of millions of learners at all levels, bringing them closer to fulfilling their personal goals. Last year alone, over 340,000 learners from over 2,000 colleges, schools, and training organisations chose NCFE as the Awarding Organisation to help them move their careers forward. |
Progression and Career Path | Once you successfully completed the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, you will gain an accredited qualification that will give your career the jumpstart you have always wanted. The certification will demonstrate your skills in working in adult care. The qualification provides an introduction to the skills, qualities, and knowledge that may be required for employment in the healthcare sector, health and social care and public services and care sector. This course provides learners with realistic and appropriate career-related opportunities to progress into employment in residential homes, nursing homes, day centres, domiciliary care, and in clinical healthcare settings. After the successful completion of this course, you can go onto study further units in order to gain employment opportunities. Learners can also progress to the Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Adult Care. According to Payscale.com, the average salary per annum of a senior healthcare assistant is given below.
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Getting Started | |||
Getting Started | |||
Course Induction | |||
Equity and Access Policy | |||
Complaints Policy | |||
Academic Appeals Policy | |||
Qualification Specification | |||
Qualification Specification – Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care | |||
Awarding Body Registration | |||
Application Form – NCFE Awarding Body Registration | |||
1: Promote Communication in Care Settings [H/615/7145] | |||
Promote Communication in Care setting | |||
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Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
2: Promote Effective Handling of Information in Care Settings [K/615/7146] | |||
Promote effective handling of information in care settings | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
3: Promote Personal Development in Care Settings [M/615/7147] | |||
Promote Personal Development in Care Settings | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
☑ Submit Your Assignments | |||
(A) Assignment Submission – NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care | |||
☑ Re-Submit Your Assignment | |||
4: Promote Person-centred Approaches in Care Settings [M/615/7150] | |||
Promote Person-centered Approaches in Care Settings | |||
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Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
5: Promote Equality and Inclusion in Care Settings [T/615/7151] | |||
Promote Equality and Inclusion in Care Settings | |||
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Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
6: Promote Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Care Settings [A/615/7152] | |||
Promote Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Care Settings | |||
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Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
☑ Submit Your Assignments | |||
(A) Assignment Submission – NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care | |||
☑ Re-Submit Your Assignment | |||
7: Responsibilities of a Care Worker [R/615/7142] | |||
Responsibilities of a Care Worker | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
8: Duty of Care in Care Settings [F/615/7153] | |||
Duty of Care in Care Settings | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
9: Safeguarding and Protection in Care Settings [D/615/7144] | |||
Safeguarding and Protection in Care Settings | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
☑ Submit Your Assignments | |||
(A) Assignment Submission – NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care | |||
☑ Re-Submit Your Assignment | |||
10: The Principles of Infection Prevention and Control [J/615/7154] | |||
The Principles of Infection Prevention and Control | |||
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Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
11: Causes and Spread of Infection [L/615/7155] | |||
Causes and Spread of Infection | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
12: Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management [R/615/7156] | |||
Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
☑ Submit Your Assignments | |||
(A) Assignment Submission – NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care | |||
☑ Re-Submit Your Assignment | |||
13: Move and Position Individuals in Accordance with their Care Plan [T/615/7229] | |||
Move and Position Individuals in Accordance with their Care Plan | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
14: Support Positive Risk Taking for Individuals [M/615/7262] | |||
Support Positive Risk Taking for Individuals | |||
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Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
15: Support Individuals to Maintain Personal Hygiene [K/615/7177] | |||
Support Individuals to Maintain Personal Hygiene | |||
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Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
☑ Submit Your Assignments | |||
(A) Assignment Submission – NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care | |||
☑ Re-Submit Your Assignment | |||
16: Support Individuals to Access and Use Services and Facilities [A/615/7202] | |||
Support Individuals to Access and Use Services and Facilities | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
17: Support Individuals with Specific Communication Needs [L/615/7320] | |||
Support Individuals with Specific Communication Needs | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
18: Understand the administration of medication | |||
Understand the administration of medication | |||
Assignment | |||
Reflective Journal | |||
Witness Testimony | |||
☑ Submit Your Assignments | |||
(A) Assignment Submission – NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care | |||
☑ Re-Submit Your Assignment |
Outstanding
I must say that the presentation and structure of the course blew me away. I plan to take more courses relevant to my work in the near future.
Transformational
I work in adult care but I’ve never really had a recognised certification to validate my skills before. After taking this course, all of that has changed.
Good Value
The course was of good value. It was engaging and interactive.