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Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: complete syllabus

Move into a senior care role with a qualification your employer trusts. The Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (TQUK) is the professional benchmark for lead carers and senior care workers, covering complex needs, leadership in care, and clinical awareness. Studied 100% online with UK tutor support; no exams.

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8 units · 0 lessons · 58 total credits · 9 to 12 months

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Unit 1 · 4 credits · Level 3

Person-Centred Care and the Care Act 2014

The principles of person-centred care, the Care Act 2014, and how these inform daily practice in social-care settings.

Learning outcomes (3)
  • Apply the principles of person-centred care
  • Outline the duties imposed by the Care Act 2014
  • Identify Section 42 enquiries under the Care Act

Lesson list coming soon.

Unit 2 · 3 credits · Level 3

Safeguarding Adults

Recognising abuse, the role of the safeguarding lead, and statutory reporting duties.

Learning outcomes (3)
  • Identify the categories of abuse defined by the Care Act
  • Apply the SAB framework to a safeguarding scenario
  • Describe statutory reporting duties

Lesson list coming soon.

Unit 3 · 2 credits · Level 3

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Care

The Equality Act 2010, protected characteristics, and inclusive practice in health and social care.

Learning outcomes (2)
  • Apply the Equality Act 2010 to a care context
  • Identify the nine protected characteristics

Lesson list coming soon.

Unit 4 · 3 credits · Level 3

Communication in Care Settings

Verbal and non-verbal communication, professional boundaries, and supporting people with sensory or cognitive impairment.

Learning outcomes (2)
  • Apply active listening in a care scenario
  • Adapt communication for someone with dementia or sensory impairment

Lesson list coming soon.

Unit 5 · 6 credits · Level 3

Advanced Safeguarding and Adult Protection

Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, and the role of the safeguarding lead.

Learning outcomes (2)
  • Apply the Mental Capacity Act 2005 to a care scenario
  • Describe DoLS authorisation procedures

Lesson list coming soon.

Unit 6 · 4 credits · Level 3

Medication and Clinical Procedures

Safe administration, controlled drugs, and the legal framework for medication in care settings.

Learning outcomes (2)
  • Apply the six rights of medication administration
  • Describe the legal framework for controlled drugs

Lesson list coming soon.

Unit 7 · 4 credits · Level 3

Dementia Care

Person-centred dementia care, communication strategies, and the lived experience of dementia.

Learning outcomes (2)
  • Apply person-centred dementia care principles
  • Adapt communication for people with advanced dementia

Lesson list coming soon.

Unit 8 · 3 credits · Level 3

End-of-Life Care

Advance care planning, the principles of palliative care, and supporting families through bereavement.

Learning outcomes (2)
  • Outline the Gold Standards Framework
  • Support a family through the dying process

Lesson list coming soon.

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