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NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
Ref:
610/0498/4
Sector:
Health, Public Services and Care, Health and Social Care
Features:
Learning Resources Available
Registration & certification fee:
£135.00
Level:
Level 3
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
437
TQT:
580
Credit value:
58
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This qualification has been allocated UCAS points. Please refer to the UCAS website for further details of the points allocation and the most up-to-date information.
About this qualification
This qualification develops the knowledge and skills needed when working in care settings. It contains both mandatory and optional units allowing learners to tailor the qualification to meet their needs, interests, preferred progression paths and the context of their job role.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is designed for those who wish to work or are already working in health and social care settings in England.
What are the entry requirements?
Entry is at the discretion of the centre, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. However, learners should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification.
How is this qualification structured?
Learners are required to successfully achieve 39 credits from the mandatory units and a minimum of 19 credits from the optional units. At least 35 credits must be achieved at level 3 or above.
How is it assessed?
This qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured via a portfolio of evidence.
How many credits are required to complete it?
58 credits
How long will it take to complete this qualification?
Learners can usually complete the qualification in 12 to 24 months.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
Learners will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement, as they need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
• Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (England)
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
• lead adult care worker
• senior care support worker
• lead personal assistant
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.
Support materials
Mandatory qualification information
Qualification specification (PDF | 3053 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOCX | 1274 KB)
Additional qualification information
Qualification factsheet (PDF | 163 KB)
Support Handbook
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Assessment materials
Sample and past assessments
Internal assessment sample tasks (PDF | 277 KB)
Teaching materials
Learning Curve Group resources
Price
Refer to external link
Unit breakdown
Mandatory units
Promote Communication in Care Settings (A/650/1366)
Handling Information in Adult Care (D/650/1367)
Promote Own Continuous Personal and Professional Development (F/650/1368)
Person-Centred Practice, Choice and Independence (H/650/1369)
Understand How to Promote Personal Wellbeing (L/650/1370)
Promote Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights in Care Settings (M/650/1371)
Promote Health and Safety in Care Settings (R/650/1372)
Support the Health and Wellbeing of Individuals in a Care Setting (T/650/1373)
Scope and Responsibilities of an Adult Care Worker (Y/650/1374)
Understand Duty of Care (A/650/1375)
Understand How to Safeguard Individuals (D/650/1376)
Understand Mental Capacity and Restrictive Practices (F/650/1377)
Infection Prevention and Control in a Care Setting (H/650/1378)
Optional units
Co-ordinate Activity Provision in Adult Social Care (Y/616/6327 )
Principles of Advocacy (D/616/6328 )
Co-ordinate the Use of Assistive Living Technology (J/616/6310)
Promote Continence Management (H/616/6329)
Understand How to Support Individuals to Access and Engage in Education, Training and Employment (ETE) (Y/616/6330)
Managing Pain and Discomfort (M/616/6334)
Promote Nutrition and Hydration in Adult Care Settings (D/650/1682)
Understand Personalisation in Adult Care (J/650/1379)
Implement Positive Behaviour Support (L/616/6342 )
Develop, Implement and Review Reablement Plans (F/616/6323 )
Support Individuals to Retain, Regain and Develop Skills for Everyday Life (H/616/6346 )
Understand How to Support Individuals With Foot Care (M/616/6348)
Support Person-Centred Thinking, Planning and Review (T/616/6349 )
Facilitate Assessment, Planning, Implementation and Review Using Person-Centred and Strengths-Based Approaches (F/650/1683)
Collaborate in the Assessment of Environmental and Social Support in the Community (A/615/7183 )
Provide Support to Individuals to Continue Recommended Therapies (F/615/7170)
Provide Support for Mobility (T/615/7215)
Provide Agreed Support for Foot Care (A/615/7295)
Facilitate Learning and Development Activities to Meet Individual Needs and Preferences (M/615/7259)
Move and Position Individuals in Accordance With Their Care Plan (T/615/7229)
Support Individuals to Access and Use Services and Facilities (A/615/7202 )
Support Independence in the Tasks of Daily Living (D/615/7323 )
Awareness of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (R/615/7254)
Work in Partnership With Families to Support Individuals (M/615/7214)
Implement Therapeutic Group Activities (Y/615/7188 )
Support Individuals to Live at Home (D/615/7337)
Support Individuals During a Period of Change (A/615/7278 )
Support Individuals to Access and Manage Direct Payments (K/615/7213)
Support Individuals to Access Housing and Accommodation Services (H/615/7243)
Support Individuals to Prepare for and Settle in to New Home Environments (L/615/7317)
Support the Spiritual Well-Being of Individuals (K/615/7275 )
Support Individuals to Meet Personal Care Needs (J/615/7204 )
Provide Support for Sleep (K/615/7339 )
Support Individuals With Specific Communication Needs (L/615/7320)
Support Carers to Meet the Care Needs of Individuals (H/615/7307)
Support Positive Risk Taking for Individuals (M/615/7262)
Understand Social Prescribing (K/617/7591)
Develop Own Communication Skills to Support Positive Interactions With Individuals (M/650/1380)
Support Individuals to Maintain Oral Health and Mouth Care (R/650/1381)
Support Families Who Care for Individuals With Acquired Brain Injury (M/616/6351)
Understand the Impact of Acquired Brain Injury on Individuals (H/650/1684)
Support Individuals With Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) (A/616/6353)
Understand How to Support Individuals With Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) (F/616/6354 )
Provide Support to Individuals With Dementia (J/616/6355)
Diabetes Awareness (L/616/6356)
End of Life Care (D/616/6359)
Principles of Supporting Individuals With a Learning Disability Regarding Sexuality and Sexual Health (Y/616/6361)
Support Individuals With Learning Disabilities to Access Healthcare (D/616/6362 )
Promote Mental Well-Being And Mental Health (H/616/6363)
Support Individuals With Multiple Conditions and/or Disabilities (M/616/6365)
Support Individuals with Parkinson's Disease (T/616/6366)
Understand Sensory Loss (J/616/6369)
Support the Assessment of Individuals With Sensory Loss (F/616/6371)
Promote Stroke Care Management (J/650/1685)
Carry Out Assessments to Identify the Needs of Substance Users (R/616/6374)
Support Individuals Who Are Substance Users (D/616/6376 )
Test for Substance Use (K/616/6378)
Understand Advance Care Planning (M/615/7164)
Understand the Process and Experience of Dementia (M/615/7228)
Care for the Elderly (A/615/7376)
Understand Long-Term Conditions and Frailty (L/615/7365)
Understand the Context of Supporting Individuals With Learning Disabilities (M/615/7374)
Dementia Awareness (K/615/7227)
Support Individuals at the End of Life (M/615/7326 )
Understand Mental Health Problems (Y/615/7157)
Recognise Indications of Substance Misuse and Refer Individuals to Specialists (T/615/7277)
Undertake Physiological Measurements (J/615/7297)
Undertake Personal Hygiene Activities with Individuals (K/650/1686)
Obtain Venous Blood Samples (R/615/7187)
Obtain and Test Capillary Blood Samples (L/650/1687)
Undertake Stoma Care (J/615/7302)
Prepare for and Carry Out Extended Feeding Techniques (L/615/7169)
Assist in the Administration of Medication (Y/615/7174)
Undertake Tissue Viability Risk Assessments (H/615/7338)
Undertake Treatments and Dressings of Lesions and Wounds (L/615/7236 )
Undertake Agreed Pressure Area Care (M/650/1688)
Administer Medication to Individuals and Monitor the Effects (R/650/1689)
Causes and Spread of Infection (L/615/7155)
Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management (R/615/7156)
Promote Innovation, Change and Positive Representation of Own Organisation (D/650/1385)
Lead Learning and Development in Adult Care (F/616/6399)
Mentoring in Adult Social Care (H/616/6380)
Personal and Professional Behaviour in Adult Care (M/616/6382)
Contribute to Quality Assurance in Adult Care (F/616/6385 )
Contribute to Recruitment and Selection in Adult Care (F/616/6404)
Manage Resources in Adult Care (J/616/6405)
Lead an Effective Team (R/616/6388)
Lead an Effective Team in Adult Care (Y/616/6408)
Facilitate Support Planning to Ensure Positive Outcomes for Individuals and to Support Well-Being (M/616/6415)
Adult Social Care Regulation, Inspection and Quality Improvement (A/650/1384)
Supervision Skills and Developing and Supporting Others (T/650/1382)