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NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
Turn your care experience into a nationally recognised qualification, strengthen your professional practice and prepare for greater responsibility through flexible, work-based study.
What does this qualification cover?
The updated NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is a substantial occupational qualification for people working or gaining experience in adult social care in England. It develops the knowledge, understanding and practical competence needed to provide person-centred, values-led care and support with greater autonomy.
You will study essential areas including effective communication, handling information, personal and professional development, well-being, person-centred practice, choice and independence, equality and human rights, health and safety, infection prevention, safeguarding, duty of care, mental capacity and restrictive practices.
Optional units allow the qualification to be shaped around your responsibilities and career goals. Depending on your role, these may cover specialist support, dementia or end-of-life care, clinical and healthcare tasks, digital skills, supervision or leadership.
Study format: Online and self-paced, supported by a dedicated tutor and assessor, with monthly check-ins to keep you progressing. Assessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence rather than formal examinations.
Workplace requirement: You must be working, volunteering or completing a practical placement in an appropriate adult care setting in England. Your assessor will need access to evidence from your real role, which may include direct observations, professional discussions, reflective accounts, witness testimonies and workplace documents.
Entry requirements: You must be aged 16 or over and have a suitable adult care role or placement. There are no compulsory prior qualifications, although a related Level 2 qualification or previous care experience is helpful. We normally expect your English and maths skills to be at Functional Skills Level 1 or above. You will also need sufficient written English to complete Level 3 assessments, explain your understanding and reflect on your practice.
These skills will help you communicate effectively with colleagues and the people you support, understand care plans and instructions, maintain accurate records, and use basic maths relevant to your responsibilities.
You do not need a Functional Skills certificate to enrol. If you are unsure whether your English and maths skills are suitable, please contact us before purchasing.
Duration: 12 months.
Employer funding: This qualification is eligible for the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS). Eligible adult social care employers in England can claim reimbursement of up to £835 per learner towards the course fee. Funding is claimed by the employer and is subject to scheme eligibility, claim approval and available funding. If you are paying for yourself, speak to your employer before purchasing to explore this route.
It’s ideal if you:
Already work in adult care and are ready to take on greater responsibility.
Want to develop specialist skills relevant to your existing role.
Are progressing towards a lead adult care worker, senior care support worker or similar position.
What you’ll gain:
The nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care.
A substantial 58-credit qualification tailored to your workplace responsibilities.
Evidence of your practical competence, professional knowledge and ability to work with greater autonomy.
A qualification to support progression towards lead adult care worker, senior care support worker and lead personal assistant roles.
A foundation for progressing to Level 4 Adult Care or Level 5 leadership and management qualifications, subject to their entry requirements.
Qualification number: 610/7192/4.
Get immediate course access when you enrol. Please check the entry and workplace requirements before purchasing.
Turn your care experience into a nationally recognised qualification, strengthen your professional practice and prepare for greater responsibility through flexible, work-based study.
What does this qualification cover?
The updated NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is a substantial occupational qualification for people working or gaining experience in adult social care in England. It develops the knowledge, understanding and practical competence needed to provide person-centred, values-led care and support with greater autonomy.
You will study essential areas including effective communication, handling information, personal and professional development, well-being, person-centred practice, choice and independence, equality and human rights, health and safety, infection prevention, safeguarding, duty of care, mental capacity and restrictive practices.
Optional units allow the qualification to be shaped around your responsibilities and career goals. Depending on your role, these may cover specialist support, dementia or end-of-life care, clinical and healthcare tasks, digital skills, supervision or leadership.
Study format: Online and self-paced, supported by a dedicated tutor and assessor, with monthly check-ins to keep you progressing. Assessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence rather than formal examinations.
Workplace requirement: You must be working, volunteering or completing a practical placement in an appropriate adult care setting in England. Your assessor will need access to evidence from your real role, which may include direct observations, professional discussions, reflective accounts, witness testimonies and workplace documents.
Entry requirements: You must be aged 16 or over and have a suitable adult care role or placement. There are no compulsory prior qualifications, although a related Level 2 qualification or previous care experience is helpful. We normally expect your English and maths skills to be at Functional Skills Level 1 or above. You will also need sufficient written English to complete Level 3 assessments, explain your understanding and reflect on your practice.
These skills will help you communicate effectively with colleagues and the people you support, understand care plans and instructions, maintain accurate records, and use basic maths relevant to your responsibilities.
You do not need a Functional Skills certificate to enrol. If you are unsure whether your English and maths skills are suitable, please contact us before purchasing.
Duration: 12 months.
Employer funding: This qualification is eligible for the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS). Eligible adult social care employers in England can claim reimbursement of up to £835 per learner towards the course fee. Funding is claimed by the employer and is subject to scheme eligibility, claim approval and available funding. If you are paying for yourself, speak to your employer before purchasing to explore this route.
It’s ideal if you:
Already work in adult care and are ready to take on greater responsibility.
Want to develop specialist skills relevant to your existing role.
Are progressing towards a lead adult care worker, senior care support worker or similar position.
What you’ll gain:
The nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care.
A substantial 58-credit qualification tailored to your workplace responsibilities.
Evidence of your practical competence, professional knowledge and ability to work with greater autonomy.
A qualification to support progression towards lead adult care worker, senior care support worker and lead personal assistant roles.
A foundation for progressing to Level 4 Adult Care or Level 5 leadership and management qualifications, subject to their entry requirements.
Qualification number: 610/7192/4.
Get immediate course access when you enrol. Please check the entry and workplace requirements before purchasing.