Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF)
The industry-standard qualification for care professionals — advance to senior care roles and demonstrate your competence to CQC standards.
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Is this course right for you?
This course is for you if…
- ✓ You work in adult care and want to advance to senior roles
- ✓ You want a recognised qualification that meets CQC standards
- ✓ You’re looking for a career in health and social care
- ✓ You want to study online, around your shifts and commitments
After this course, you can…
- → Progress to Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader, or Care Coordinator roles
- → Meet CQC requirements for qualified care staff
- → Use as a stepping stone to the Level 5 Diploma in Adult Care
You'll need…
- • Access to a computer or tablet with internet
- • Ideally working in or have access to an adult care setting
- • No formal qualifications required
- • Good standard of English
What you'll study
The Adult Care Level 3 Diploma covers the key topics you need to succeed.
Develop effective communication skills for care settings and understand how to handle sensitive information in line with data protection legislation.
Learn to implement person-centred approaches, promote individual choice and independence, and support the health and wellbeing of people in your care.
Understand your responsibilities for safeguarding adults, maintaining duty of care, managing conflicts, and responding to concerns about abuse or neglect.
Learn how to promote health and safety in care settings, carry out risk assessments, manage infection prevention, and handle emergencies.
Understand equality and diversity legislation, promote inclusive practice, and develop your professional practice through continuous learning and reflection.
Choose from specialist topics including dementia care, mental health awareness, diabetes awareness, stroke awareness, moving and positioning, and end-of-life care.
6 modules · 15 units · Approximately 12 hours per week study time
How you'll learn
Online Materials
Study at your pace with interactive content
Instant Study Support
Ask a question any time — get a clear answer in seconds, 24/7
Expert Tutors
Qualified humans mark your work within 5 days
Flexible Schedule
Learn around your life, work, and family
Mobile Friendly
Study anywhere on any device
Regular Feedback
Know exactly where you stand at all times
Where this course takes you
What achieving your Adult Care Level 3 Diploma can open up for you.
Average salary for Senior Care Assistants and Team Leaders
Care Coordinators and experienced senior staff can earn more
Meets Care Quality Commission standards for qualified care staff
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Ask a question at midnight, get a clear answer in seconds. And if you ever need deeper help, your named human tutor is never more than a business day away.
| What you need | How it works | Response time |
|---|---|---|
| Quick question about your coursework | Intelligent study assistant | Instant — 24/7 |
| Feedback on practice work | Instant review with detailed notes | Instant — 24/7 |
| Stuck on a complex concept | Step-by-step explanation with examples | Instant — 24/7 |
| Need human guidance or reassurance | Your named, qualified tutor | Within 1 business day |
| Formal assessment marking | Human tutor reviews and grades | Within 3 business days |
Frequently asked questions
It’s recommended that you have access to a care setting, as some units require practical evidence. However, you can begin studying the knowledge units while arranging a placement.
The course is designed to be completed in 9 months, studying around 12 hours per week. You can work at your own pace.
Yes. The Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is the modern replacement for the NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care. It’s the current industry-standard qualification.
Assessments include written assignments and, for some units, workplace observation by a qualified assessor. All assessment fees are included.
Yes. The Level 3 Diploma is a stepping stone to the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, which is required for Registered Manager roles.
You’ll get instant study support 24/7 — ask a question at any hour and get a clear answer in seconds. For deeper guidance, your named, qualified assessor marks your work and responds within one business day.
Advance your care career today
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