Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Textbook

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Know how to recognise and respond to adverse events, incidents, errors and near misses in care settings This occupational qualification, which is now provided under the new title “Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF)”, is suitable for learners working in a wide range of roles in a health and social care setting, and can be used towards accessing nursing courses in universities. The content of this level 3 diploma is regularly updated to reflect the latest Acts of Parliament, government guidelines and Codes of Practice, including: The course is particularly popular for learners currently working as senior care assistants and support workers in residential settings as well as domiciliary/day services.

Are you following the appropriate specification and sample assessment materials for Applied Certificate and Diploma in Health and Social Care? More detail on the range of job roles and potential progression paths will be provided in the Learner Handbook. Understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, procedures and protocols in relation to moving and positioning individuals

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This Health and Social Care Diploma Level 3 QCF qualification has been replaced by the updated Adult Care Diploma Level 3 RQF course (603/2553/7). As such, learners enrolled on the Health & Social Care Diploma Level 3 QCF will be enrolled in the Adult Care Diploma Level 3 RQF.

Teaching from 2017 All centres that started the Level 3 Applied Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care in 2017 must follow Version 1 of the Specification and use Version 1 of the Sample Assessment Materials. This qualification had its first certification in 2019, with one re-sit opportunity in 2020. Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a Level 3 RQF qualification Adult Care Diploma certificate. This RQF qualification is the most up-to-date version of the popular Health and Social Care Level 3 qualification, and replaces all previous NVQ and QCF versions. This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 or above who wish to progress on to Higher Education.The programme contains several different units of assessment, all of which sit within the ‘Regulated Qualification Framework’ (RQF). Credits are achieved for each unit completed (please see unit listing below for more detail). This qualification has a workplace element where you will demonstrate your practical experience. To complete this element, you must be in a UK-based setting (excluding Northern Ireland). Inspires learners to develop skills and understanding for the health, social care and early years sectors Centres following the WJEC Level 3 Applied Certificate and Diploma in Health and Social Care need to ensure that they are following the appropriate specification and sample assessment materials, as these can be subject to change due to the DfE Performance Tables.

Placement is a crucial element of the learner's journey. Listed below are some examples of appropriate settings which could support learners: Please note: the assessment opportunities for all the externally set and marked assessments for the Diploma are limited to one attempt and one further reattempt opportunity (undertaking an alternative assessment). The Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma has been designed to meet the Department for Education’s criteria for the 16–19 Performance Tables, and has been approved as a ‘Tech Level’ qualification.The Skills and Education Group also includes two nationally recognised awarding organisations; Skills and Education Group Awards and Skills and Education Group Access. Through our awarding organisations we have developed a reputation for providing high-quality qualifications and assessments for the education and skills sector. We are committed to helping employers, organisations and learners cultivate the relevant skills for learning, skills for employment, and skills for life Learners must be at least 16 years old. We do not set any other entry requirements but colleges or training providers may have their own guidelines. Understand the importance of using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the prevention and control of infections This qualification does not provide a licence to practise, but may support progression into a wide range of job roles in the health and social care sector, including: Yes – all students are assigned to a personal tutor who will be in charge of your tuition. The same tutor marks all of your work as well as being available to answer any questions you may have throughout your enrolment period. Do I need to be working to do the Health and Social Care Level 3?