Level 3 Diploma in Adult care is designed to support learners in their roles in the workplace and enable them to progress to higher-level qualifications in the same subject area. The course covers a range of topics, including person-centred care, communication, safeguarding, health and safety, and working with other healthcare and social care professionals.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is suitable for individuals in various roles, such as care coordinators, senior care workers, support workers, and community care workers. It provides a solid foundation of knowledge and skills required to work in a supervisory or management role. The course is ideal for individuals looking to progress in their careers in health and social care.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults)
| Course Codes | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Modules: (39 credits) | ||
| SSHC301 | Agreed Ways of Working in Care Settings | 3 |
| SSHC302 | Duty of Care in Care Settings | 2 |
| SSHC303 | Effective Communication in Care Settings | 4 |
| SSHC304 | Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights in Care Settings | 3 |
| SSHC305 | Handling Information in Care Settings | 2 |
| SSHC306 | Health and Safety in Care Settings | 3 |
| SSHC307 | Importance of Choice and Independence in Care Settings | 2 |
| SSHC308 | Importance of Health and Wellbeing | 3 |
| SSHC309 | Infection Prevention and Control in Care Settings | 2 |
| SSHC310 | Mental Capacity and Restrictive Practice in Care Settings | 3 |
| SSHC311 | Person-Centred Practice in Care Settings | 3 |
| SSHC312 | Safeguarding in Care Settings | 4 |
| SSHC313 | The Importance of Continuous Development | 3 |
| SSHC314 | The Importance of Personal Wellbeing | 2 |
| Optional Module: (19 Credits) | ||
| SSHC315 | Diabetes awareness | 6 |
| SSHC316 | Provide support to adults who have experienced harm or abuse | 5 |
| SSHC317 | Understand the role of communication and interactions with individuals who have dementia | 3 |
| SSHC318 | Care for the elderly | 2 |
| SSHC319 | Lead a team | 3 |
On the successful completion of LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (ADULTS), students will be able to progress to the Level 4 Diploma.
You must be in employment in the social care setting. This can be full, part-time or in a voluntary capacity. The level 3 Diploma is not approved for those who are under the age of 16.