CACHE NCFE Level 3 Certificate

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Skills Bootcamp – CACHE NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in
Adult Social Care

As part of our Skills Bootcamp delivery, learners have the opportunity to achieve the CACHE NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care. This nationally recognised qualification provides the knowledge and understanding needed to work effectively in adult social care settings. Covering essential topics such as communication, safeguarding, equality and diversity, duty of care, and person-centred approaches, it equips learners with the skills to support vulnerable adults with professionalism and compassion. Successful completion can lead directly into care roles or progression to higher-level qualifications in the sector.

Qualification Overview

Qualification Title: CACHE NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
Qualification Number: 600/0048/X
Level: Level 3
Awarding Body: NCFE CACHE
Duration: 14 weeks
Delivery Model: Online and face to face
Assessment: Portfolio of evidence, written assignments, tutor-marked activities (no placement required)
Who is it for?
  • Individuals considering a career in adult social care
  • Current care workers seeking to develop their knowledge and progress to more senior roles
  • Those working in related sectors (e.g., healthcare, housing, community work) who need an understanding of adult social care principles
Key Units Covered
  • Principles of communication in adult social care settings
  • Principles of personal development in adult social care settings
  • Principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion in adult social care settings
  • Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care
  • Introduction to duty of care in health, social care, or children’s and young people’s settings
  • Understand the role of the social care worker
  • Understand person-centred approaches in adult social care settings
  • Understand health and safety in social care settings
  • Understand how to handle information in social care settings
Progression Opportunities
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults)
  • Level 3 Certificate in Working in End of Life Care
  • Senior care roles such as Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, or Care Coordinator
Career Pathways
  • Care Worker
  • Support Worker
  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Domiciliary Care Worker
  • Personal Assistant in care settings