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Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
Develop the professional knowledge, practical competence and confidence needed to take on greater responsibilities in adult care.

Course overview
- Who it's for
- Experienced care workers, senior care assistants and individuals progressing in adult social care
- Entry requirements
- Currently working in an adult social care role.
- Relevant care experience or a Level 2 qualification is desirable.
- Access to workplace assessment opportunities.
- Sufficient English communication and literacy skills.
- Initial assessment to confirm suitability.
- Assessment
- To be confirmed
- Duration
- 6–12 months
- Delivery
- Wellingborough or online — arrangements to be confirmed
- Awarding organisation
- Awarding organisation awaiting verification
- Progression
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care
These are DC Care Training’s proposed entry criteria. The relevant awarding organisation’s official requirements, including any minimum age and induction requirements, also apply and will be checked before enrolment.
What you'll cover
- Senior-level practice & responsibility
- Supporting colleagues and individuals
- Work-based evidence and reflection
Indicative topics — full unit list to be confirmed against the awarding organisation's specification.
