NVQ Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults)
NVQ Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Adults)
This NVQ Level 3 health and social care for adults course helps to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to hone the quality of care you provide for service users. A Level 3 NVQ in adult care qualification is proof of your ability in your current health and social care role and can open you up to new opportunities.
About the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
The NVQ Level 3 in health and social care provides you with a nationally recognised qualification in health and social care. It is evidence for employers that you have a full skill set through personal development and experience working within the care sector.
A Level 3 NVQ in health and social care reinforces and evaluates your day-to-day experience, you will understand in detail key aspects of adult care, such as communication, your duty of care, taking a person-centred approach and much more. Our health and social care NVQ Level 3 qualification is a fantastic stepping stone for any carer looking to progress in their role or take on new responsibilities.
 Please note that the NVQ Level 3 health and social care has been superseded nationwide by the RQF Level 3 in health and social care. These qualifications are effectively identical.
This diploma is fully accredited by Highfield Qualifications.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care – Core Information
This course is the equivalent of an A-level qualification. It is aimed at those who already work in the care sector with a small amount of responsibility, sometimes working without supervision. When completed, the candidate will have the skills and knowledge to work with adults across all social care settings.
Course Length
While enrolled students are encouraged to learn at their own pace, the NVQ Level 3 in Adult Care must be completed in 24 months, but can be finished sooner.
Certificate Validity
This NVQ Level 3 in Adult Care provides an accredited, nationally-recognised lifetime qualification. Our diplomas are great additions to any CV.
Delivery
The NVQ Level 3 in Adult Social Care is completed via an innovative online portfolio with the help of a dedicated assessor and support team.
Topics Covered
Please see our course outline here. This Highfield Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ), students will learn how to promote effective communication in care settings, effective handling of information in care settings, continuous professional development, and more…
Cost/Pricing
Pricing can vary depending on location, dates, group size (where applicable), and more factors. For a free email quotation, please contact our advisors directly on 0800 781 2041 or leave an enquiry.
Entry Requirements
To enrol, students must be aged 19+ and working or volunteering in England and working in a relevant adult care role.
Delivery and Certification
Coursework for the NVQ Level 3 in health and social care is submitted online using our innovative digital e-portfolio. This course’s vocational nature helps you understand the skills required and challenges of adult health and social care work, by promoting and reflecting on your day-to-day hands-on experience within your role.
If you enrol on the NVQ Level 3 in health and social care, you will be assigned a personal assessor to review and aid with your coursework. You are encouraged to learn at your own pace. Email and telephone support with our dedicated diploma support team is also available.
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Outline of this NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care Course
To complete the Highfield Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ) (England), learners must complete the following: all units contained within the mandatory group totalling 39 credits, and a minimum of 19 credits from the optional group.
Mandatory Units
- Unit 1: Promoting effective communication in care settings.
- Unit 2: Effective handling of information in care settings.
- Unit 3: Continuous professional development in care settings.
- Unit 4: Promoting personal wellbeing.
- Unit 5: Promoting person-centred practice in care settings.
- Unit 6: Promoting choice and independence in care settings.
- Unit 7: Promoting individuals; health and wellbeing in care settings.
- Unit 8: Promoting equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights in care settings.
- Unit 9: Promoting general health and safety in care settings.
- Unit 10: Promoting specialised health and safety in care settings.
- Unit 11: Promoting infection prevention and control in care settings.
- Unit 12: Care worker responsibilities and ways of working.
- Unit 13: The principles of duty of care in care settings.
- Unit 14: The principles of safeguarding and protection in care settings.
- Unit 15: The principles of mental capacity and restrictive practice in care settings.
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FAQs
What is an NVQ Level 3 in care equivalent to / is a Level 3 NVQ equivalent to a degree?
A Level 3 NVQ in health and social care is equivalent to an A-Level qualification.
Is a level 3 health and social care diploma equivalent to an NVQ level 3?
The Level 3 health and social care qualification is a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) programme. Did you know that the term NVQ has now been replaced by the term RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework)?
What will I learn on the NVQ Level 3 Diploma?
During this course, you will learn the following aspects of care: promoting Communication, engaging in Personal Development, promoting equality and inclusion, implementing duty of care, safeguarding and more. Click here for a full outline.
Who needs a Level 3 NVQ in adult care?
This qualification is important to those who work in the care sector with a small amount of responsibility, sometimes even working without supervision. Candidates will develop the skills and occupational competence necessary to work with adults or children across all social care settings.
Where can I progress after the NVQ Level 3 diploma course?
Upon completing this programme, graduates have the option of moving up to a Level 4 diploma, which serves as an interim for the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management; alternatively, you can undertake a range of other specialist courses that are also available with us at TutorCare.
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