Lead Adult Care – Level 3

Study Area: Apprenticeships
Duration: 18 Months
Attendance: Part Time

Course Overview

The Level 3 apprenticeship is an occupational qualification for learners who work in Health and Care Settings and will take 18 months to complete.

The Level 3 apprenticeship in lead Adult Care is an occupational qualification for learners who work in Adult Care Settings and is applicable to variety of roles, where workers have key responsibilities for delivery of care and support and /or a level of supervisory responsibility for others such as:

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

To achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care learners must achieve a minimum of 58 credits. City & Guilds does not set entry requirements for these qualifications

Start Date

Various Start Dates

Entry Requirements & Interview Process

To achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care learners must achieve a minimum of 58 credits. City & Guilds does not set entry requirements for these qualifications

Assessment Methods

Ongoing formative assessment will take place throughout the duration of the apprenticeship to ensure that candidates are ready for the end point assessment which takes place at the end of the training.

End point assessment includes an independent assessor checking your  evidence and a practical assessment is carried out in the salon under exam conditions

Course Fees

This course is free for students age 16 – 18. For students 19+ please contact our Student Services Team on 01422 399367 for more information.

Awarding Body

City & Guilds

Lead Adult Care – Level 3

Study Area: Apprenticeships
Duration: 18 Months
Attendance: Part Time
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