Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

Step Into a Meaningful Career in Health and Social Care

Do you have a passion for helping others live with dignity, respect, and independence? Whether you’re already working in care or just starting out, the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is your gateway to a rewarding career in the health and social care sector.

This nationally recognised qualification is designed for those who want to develop their skills, confidence, and knowledge to work effectively in adult care settings across England. You’ll also learn about healthcare tasks, leadership, and how to work as part of a team in a real care environment.

With a blend of core and optional units, you’ll explore a wide range of topics including:

• Providing person-centred support
• Working with specific conditions or specialisms
• Clinical and healthcare-related tasks
• Developing leadership and management skills

Real-World Experience

This is a competency-based qualification, which will include a mix of classroom learning and hands-on experience. You’ll need to be working, volunteering, or on placement in a care setting. This hands-on experience ensures you’re not just learning about care—but actively putting your skills into practice.

Why Choose This Course?

This diploma is ideal if you want to:

• Build your knowledge of adult care roles
• Gain practical, real-world skills
• Shape your learning to match your career goals or current job role

What Comes Next?

This qualification opens the door to a range of progression pathways, including;

Employment roles such as:

• Lead Adult Care Worker
• Senior Care Support Worker
• Lead Personal Assistant

Further education:

• Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (England)
• Or even higher education options in health, care, or social work

If you want a career where every day counts, this could be the perfect first step. Learn. Care. Lead. Start your journey in adult care with confidence.

4 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including:
English at grade 4 or above
Maths at grade 4 or above

Free for 16-19 year olds