Diploma in Adult Care - FREE in West Midlands
Get your staff trained, qualified, and ready for leadership without spending a penny!
West Midlands Combined Authority is funding employed adult care workers like you to complete a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care at no cost.
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The qualification develops the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to lead or take on senior responsibilities in adult care settings.
It’s ideal for those looking to progress from a Level 2 role or those already working in more complex care situations.
3 Level
9 Months Duration
Workplace Location
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
This course is approved by Skills For Care and has received Quality Assured Care Learning Service approval.
This programme will help experienced staff members take the next step in their career, providing them with the skills they need to be a successful supervisor or leader.
Typical job titles suitable for the programme include:
- > Care Officer
- > Care Supervisor
- > Senior Care Worker
- > Supervising Care Worker
- > Senior Support Worker
- > Relief Team Leader
- > Social Work Assistant
- > Social Services Officer
- > Lead Domiciliary Care Worker
- > Personal Assistant (in complex care)
- > Reablement Worker
Learners will be able to explore sector specialisms as part of the Diploma, tailoring their programme to their role and personal development needs.
Why Choose Realise as Your Training Partner
- No cost – so you can focus on delivering high-quality care
- Flexible delivery - we work around shift patterns and personal commitments
- Immediate results - with staff being able to apply their new skills straight away
- Tailored support – aligned to your unique care provision and development goals
- Better retention – investing in professional development for your workforce is proven to lower staff attrition
Skills Your Employees Will Gain
Throughout the 9 month programme, learners will complete a course of mandatory units, with the option to further tailor the course to suit career pathways and any fill any skills gaps.
Mandatory Learning:
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> Agreed Ways of Working in Care Settings |
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> Safeguarding in Care Settings |
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> Mental Capacity and Restrictive Practice in Care Settings |
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> Duty of care in care Settings |
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> Effective Communication in Care Settings |
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> Handling Information in Care Settings |
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> Person-Centred Practice in Care Settings |
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> Importance of Choice and Independence in Care Settings |
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> Importance of Health and Wellbeing |
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> Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights in Care Settings |
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> Health and Safety in Care Settings |
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> Infection Prevention and Control in Care Settings |
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> The Importance of Continuous Development |
| > The Importance of Personal Wellbeing |
Funded Training
👛 Neither you nor your staff member will pay a penny for this qualification. 👛
These courses are 100% funded by the government – specifically the Adult Skills Fund (ASF).
Learners must meet eligibility criteria to be funded:
- > Age 19+
- > Live in the UK for 3 consecutive years (excluding time spent on a student visa)
Authorities and accreditations
Our programmes are made possible through the agencies and authorities that appoint us to deliver programmes on their behalf. Check out who we work with, alongside some of our accreditations.
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Let’s talk. Our team will guide you through the funding process, eligibility and how we can tailor delivery to your workforce.
