Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

This is a level 3 course for individuals who would like to work in the adult social acre sector, it is a practical, work-related course. You will learn by completing projects and coursework based on realistic workplace situations, activities, and demands. As well as learning about employment in the care sector, you will develop the knowledge and skills needed for starting a valuable career in this area. You will need to develop good study skills including the ability to research independently and meet deadlines. You will be required to source a variety of work placements, and there are two exams in each year.

This qualification is aimed at learners interested in, or new to, working in adult social care in England.

Care conferences

Trips to care homes and hospitals

Entry Requirements

Level 3 - Minimum 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above, one being English or Maths. Related L2 vocational qual at Merit or above (if Pass GCSE and/or Functional Skills results can be considered) English & Maths at L1 or above. Evidence of commitment to learn.

DBS check to be done at enrolment.

An interest in Health and Social Care and a clean DBS check. • Positive reference including a high level of attendance and punctuality. • You will need to source a work placement for 60hrs.

Learners can progress to the Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care or the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services Adult pathway qualifications. Learners may also progress onto qualifications for management or lead practitioner roles in adult care, or to specialist qualifications reflecting the context in which they work. Learners can progress into employment in residential or nursing homes, domiciliary care, day centres or some clinical healthcare settings within job roles such as: • Senior Care Support Worker • Lead Personal Assistant.

Applying to study overseas can seem like a complex procedure, but we’re here to make the process as straightforward as possible. Below, we take you through it step by step.

Step 1

You can apply for our courses at any time. The easiest way to apply is to download and complete our International Student Application Form. Then email it back to us at [email protected] along with:

• A copy of your current passport / all visas and travel documents.
• Copies of international and UK qualifications, and English Language proficiency certificate (if required).
• Copies of previous CAS’s assigned and used as part of the Tier 4 application (if applicable).
• A reference from your current school/college/university/employer.
• IELTS test report form (if required).
• Completed Initial Tier 4 Questionnaire (only for Non-EU/EEA national students).

Alternatively, if you are applying for a Foundation Degree, BA (Hons) Degree or LLB Degree you can apply via UCAS. However, you will still need to provide our International Office with the following:

• A copy of your passport and any current visa.
• Copies of international and UK qualifications, and English Language proficiency certificate (if required).
• Copies of previous CAS’s assigned and used as part of the Tier 4 application (if applicable).
• A reference from your current school/college/university/employer.
• IELTS Test Report Form (if required).
• Completed Initial Tier 4 Questionnaire.

Step 2

Once we have received everything relevant from the list above, you will be sent an interview date. All Tier 4 students are required to attend an academic interview either in person or via Skype. If you are applying for a creative arts course, you will also need to supply scanned copies of your artwork / sketchbook / portfolio – or if you are attending an interview, you need to bring your sketchbook and / or portfolio.

If you meet all of our entry requirements, you will be sent an offer letter. In order to accept the offer you will need to provide the following:

• 50% deposit.
• Signed acceptance of offer.
• Financial documents providing evidence of the UKVI required maintenance funds and tuition fees.
• UKVI approved TB Health Screening Certificate (if we request this).

Step 3

Once we are in receipt of all of the above, and no more than three months before the start of the course, we will be able to assign your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies). You will need to make your Tier 4 application to the UKVI within five days of receipt of the CAS.

Step 4

Please inform our International Office as soon as your visa is issued so that we can send you an enrolment letter. If you are currently overseas, before travelling you will need to inform the International Office of your arrival date and time.