Adult Care Diploma Level 3
If you’re currently working in adult social care or stepping into a Lead Adult Care Worker role, the Level 3 Diploma in Care at South Devon College is the recognised route to building your expertise and achieving a respected qualification in the sector.
This programme is designed for those delivering care on the frontline of adult support services. You’ll develop the skills and confidence to help adults with care needs live independently, safely, and with dignity, while also preparing for supervisory responsibilities, frontline leadership, and working with greater autonomy and accountability.
Lead Adult Care Workers often work in a variety of settings, including:
Residential or nursing homes
Domiciliary (home) care
Day centres
Clinical healthcare environments
Course content is delivered flexibly, with pre-recorded sessions taught by an industry expert. You’ll also attend a monthly Community of Practice tutorial, which brings together students to share insights and strengthen your professional development. A dedicated Trainer Facilitator/Assessor will support your journey through regular one-to-one tutorials and workplace observations, arranged around your schedule and employer needs.
After completing this course, you could progress onto higher-level qualifications or a foundation degree at University Centre South Devon, opening doors to more senior roles in care or further study in health and social care disciplines.
Funding may be available for learners aged 19+ who have lived in the UK for at least three years (exclusions apply for devolved regions or those on apprenticeships).
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Course Details
- You will require good literacy and IT skills
- You must already be working in the care sector and have undertaken study or continuous professional development within the last 5 years
Responsibilities and ways of working
Understanding mental capacity and restrictive practice
Promoting equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights
Safeguarding and protection & duty of care
Continuous development when working in an adult care worker role
Plus a range of optional units specific to your specialist area or work setting
Course Applications
Please choose your preferred study option below (subject to change).
This course costs: £2882.00
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
Many of our courses are fully funded for 16-18 year olds however not all courses are available for this age group.
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
I chose South Devon College because I am able to study part-time and receive the support I need. The staff are very friendly and encourage you to achieve your best.Lisa Pearce
