Diploma in Adult Care (England)
at Finchale Training College, Durham · college
What the college says
The qualification is aimed at learners who wish to work, or are working, in a lead adult care worker role in health and social care settings in England. It develops and recognises achievement of the knowledge and skills required to work as a lead adult care worker by covering a wide range of areas including supporting individuals with their physical and emotional care, daily living needs and health and social care procedures. This qualification replaces the qualification in the Health and Social Care SASE framework and it is a mandatory part of the training for achievement of the Lead Adult Care Worker standard.
What you need to get on
You will complete a basic skills assessment.
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Learning for Excellence Ltd
3 Cookson House River Drive, South Shields, NE33 1TL
Day or block releaseClassroom basedCheck the journey
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