Develop the knowledge and skills to progress your career in adult care.
This funded Skills Bootcamp is designed for people who are working in, or want to progress within, adult care settings.
The programme develops the knowledge and practical skills required when working in a lead adult care worker role and leads to a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care.
Course Overview
Working in adult care involves supporting individuals with a wide range of physical, emotional and day-to-day care needs.
This Skills Bootcamp develops the knowledge and skills needed to work in a lead adult care worker role. You will explore areas including safeguarding, person-centred care, communication, health and safety, equality and inclusion, and your responsibilities when supporting adults in care settings.
The qualification also aligns with the Apprenticeship Standard for Lead Adult Care Worker and is suitable for people who want to work, or are already working, with adults in health and social care settings.
What You Will Learn
During the programme, you will cover:
- Safeguarding and protection in care settings
- Responsibilities of a care worker
- Promoting personal development in care settings
- Promoting health, safety and wellbeing
- Effective communication in care settings
- Effective handling of information
- Duty of care
- Equality and inclusion
- Person-centred approaches to care
The programme will help you strengthen both your knowledge and your ability to apply these principles in a practical care environment.
Qualification
On successful completion, you will achieve the:
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
Course Delivery
Duration: 60 hours
Delivery: Blended learning
Attendance options: Days, evenings and weekends
Assessment: Written assessment and portfolio
Location: Essex
Flexible attendance options are available to help you complete your training around work and other commitments.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry qualifications.
However, you must:
- Be at least 19 years old
- Be working, volunteering or completing a practical placement within a relevant care setting
A workplace or practical placement is required because you will need to demonstrate competence in both your knowledge and practical skills.
Who Is Eligible?
To be eligible for funding, you must:
- Be aged 19 or over
- Be employed or self-employed
- Live in Essex
- Have the right to work in the UK
Funding is subject to your individual status and eligibility.
If You Are Employed
Your employer must be able to demonstrate that the training is expected to result in one or more positive outcomes, such as:
- An increase in your pay or salary
- An offer of a new job or apprenticeship
- Increased opportunities or contracts for the company
- Additional responsibilities
- Promotion or progression within your current role
If You Are Self-Employed
You may still be eligible for funding if you can demonstrate that completing the Skills Bootcamp is expected to increase the services you offer.
Self-Referral
If you are currently employed and can demonstrate that the training could improve your job prospects or support career progression, you may be eligible to apply directly.
Take the Next Step
Build your skills, gain a recognised Level 3 qualification and prepare for progression within adult care.
Apply today to find out whether you are eligible for funded training.
