Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF)
Entry requirements
There are no prerequisites for this qualification, however It is advised that learners have a minimum of Level 2 in literacy or numeracy or equivalent. This qualification is approved for delivery to learners aged 16+.
Assessment
This qualification is assessed through completion of a portfolio of evidence which will be assessed and internally quality assured by the centre. It comprises of a number of Units – 9 Mandatory and a selection of Optional Units to achieve a total of 58 credits.
Qualification Number: 603/2674/8
Qualification overview and objective
The objective of this qualification is to support a role in the workplace, such as lead adult care workers and lead personal assistants. This qualification forms the competence requirements for those learners working in adult care settings at level 3. The content of the qualification covers core content that applies to the adult social care sector with a variety of optional units covering additional knowledge and skills applicable to learners in level 3 roles. Learners may also wish to select units in leadership skills and/or knowledge as part of this qualification. This qualification supports delivery of the Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard.
Qualification regulation and support
The Highfield Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF) has been developed and is awarded by Highfield Qualifications and sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The RQF is a qualification framework regulated by Ofqual. This qualification is supported by Skills for Care, the sector skills council for the adult care sector in England.