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Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

Take on greater responsibility and lead by example in adult care.

Level 3Adult CareDiploma
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Duration
3–9 months
Level
Level 3
Delivery
In-person & Online
Start dates
Monthly intakes
Certificate
Yes — TQUK

Course overview

The Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is designed for individuals looking to advance their career and take on greater responsibility within the adult care sector. Learners develop deeper understanding of care practice, leadership in practice, professional boundaries, and supporting individuals with complex needs. The course strengthens the learner’s ability to deliver high-quality, person-centred care with confidence and integrity.

At Keyznow you will learn through tutor-led sessions, one-to-one support and workplace observation, building a portfolio of evidence that shows your competence in real care settings. If you are not currently working in care, we can help connect you with partner care agencies for placements.

What you’ll learn

  • Promote person-centred care for individuals with complex needs
  • Maintain professional boundaries and work within your role
  • Lead by example and support colleagues in day-to-day practice
  • Promote safeguarding, mental capacity and human rights
  • Contribute to risk assessment and positive risk-taking
  • Reflect on and continuously improve your own practice

Curriculum & modules

Key units you will study. The exact unit combination is confirmed at enrolment in line with the awarding-body specification.

  1. 01

    Promote communication in care settings

    Meeting complex communication needs and supporting advocacy.

  2. 02

    Promote personal development

    Reflective practice, supervision and continuing professional development.

  3. 03

    Equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights

    Embedding rights-based, inclusive practice.

  4. 04

    Duty of care and professional boundaries

    Managing conflicts, dilemmas and complaints.

  5. 05

    Safeguarding and mental capacity

    Applying the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act in practice.

  6. 06

    Person-centred practice and wellbeing

    Promoting independence, choice and wellbeing for individuals with complex needs.

  7. 07

    Health, safety and wellbeing

    Risk management, infection prevention and supporting your own wellbeing and resilience.

  8. 08

    Leadership in practice

    Supporting and guiding colleagues, handover and team working.

Entry requirements

  • Aged 18 or over
  • Working in a care role (paid or voluntary)
  • A Level 2 qualification in care or equivalent experience is recommended
  • A good standard of English and maths

Who this course is for

  • Experienced care workers ready for a senior role
  • Senior carers, team leaders and key workers
  • Learners who have completed the Level 2 Diploma in Care

Career opportunities

  • Senior Care Worker
  • Team Leader
  • Key Worker
  • Supervisor
  • Lead Support Worker

Certification

Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

On successful completion you will receive a nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated certificate issued by TQUK, a leading national awarding body.

Your tutors

Adult Care Tutor Team

Qualified tutors & occupational assessors

Our adult care tutors are experienced health and social care practitioners and managers who hold teaching and assessing qualifications. They combine classroom teaching with workplace observation, giving you one-to-one feedback at every stage of your portfolio.

Frequently asked questions

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Apply for the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

Complete the form, then pay the course fee of £2,200 securely by card. Your application is sent to our admissions team as soon as payment is complete.

  1. 1Complete your application
  2. 2Pay the course fee
  3. 3Our admissions team contacts you
  4. 4Enrol and start learning
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