Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

Specifications

Qualification title:

Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

Qualification type:

Vocational Related Qualification

Level:

3 Accreditation status:

Accredited

TQT

580 Credit Equivalency:

58 Qualification number (RQF):

610/7300/3

Progression routes:

Level 4 Certificate in Adult Care
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Adult Care
Associated apprenticeships
Employment in an associated profession or progression into more senior roles within adult care settings.

Availability:

UK and international

Centre Specification:

CASS Strategy:

The Qualification has been created to develop and reward adult care workers of today and the future, and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to the adult care sector. The rationale of the programme is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop their person‑centred care capabilities within adult social care settings.

Units

Mandatory

Ways of Working in Adult Care
Safeguarding in Adult Care
Mental Capacity and Restrictive Practice
Duty of Care in Adult Care
Effective Communication in Adult Care
Handling Information
Person-centred Practice in Adult Care
Choice and Independence in Adult Care
Health and Wellbeing in Adult Care
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights in Adult Care
Health and Safety (General) in Adult Care
Infection Prevention and Control in Adult Care
Health and Safety (topics) in Adult Care
Continuous Development in Adult Care
Personal Wellbeing in Adult Care

Optional

Digital Social Care Records (DSCR) in Practice
Assistive and Smart Technologies for Independence
Supervision Skills for Senior Care Workers
Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
Dementia Awareness and Support
Autism: Strengths-based Support
End of Life Care (including Bereavement)
Care Planning and Outcomes-based Assessment
Nutrition, Hydration and Dysphagia Awareness
Safeguarding in a Digital World
Reablement and Rehabilitation
Mental Health Awareness and Support
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) -Awareness & Support
Learning Disability – Strengths-based Support
Trauma Informed Practice
Advanced Dementia Practice

Learning Outcomes

Learners will need to demonstrate understanding and effective practice in the following areas as set out by Skills for Care:

Responsibilities DAC3A
Communication DAC3B
Values and behaviours DAC3C
Health and safety DAC3D
Personal development DAC3E.

The learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit are outlined in the unit specifications.

Entry Requirements

The qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. Entry to the qualification at the discretion of the centre, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
There are typically no formal entry requirements, but learners should be employed in an adult care setting and have the opportunity to demonstrate competence in the workplace.

Specifications

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