Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) QCF

This qualification will be of interest to you if you are working in a residential or nursing home, domiciliary support, supported living within the Health and Social Care industry in a supervisory role. There are three pathways available: Generic, Dementia and learning Disabilities. The qualification will be delivered in the workplace to demonstrate competence and knowledge to achieve the Diploma. Qualification Structure: To achieve the full qualification you will need to achieve 58 credits from a combination of mandatory and optional units. Mandatory Units: * Induction to communication in health and social care * Introduction to personal development in health and social care * Introduction to equality and inclusion in health and social care * Introduction to duty of care in health and social care * Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care * The role of the health and social care worker * Implement person-centred approaches in health and social care * Contribute to health and safety in health and social care * Handle information in health and social care setting Selection of Optional Units: * The principles of infection prevention and control * Causes and spread of infection * Move and position individuals in accordance to their plan of care * Facilitate person-centred assessment planning and review * Support individuals to live at home * Support individuals to access and use services and facilities * Provide support and manage discomfort * Support individuals with specific communication needs * Support individuals through a period of change -*Support use of medication in social-care setting *Support individuals at the end of life Benefits of gaining this qualification: * Obtain a recognised qualification * Up to date skills and knowledge * Proven motivation to succeed within the industry/sector * Increased progression opportunity within the industry Duration: A minimum of 6 - 12 months to complete, although depending upon the individual this may be completed within a shorter timescale. For more information please contact 01452 563400.

No formal entry criteria but must be able to achieve a Level 3 qualifcation and must be in a supervisory role All applicants are assessed at interview to ensure correct level of study. Prior qualifications or experiences in a relevant job will be taken into consideration.

Progression onto a Level 5 or above qualification.

Gloucestershire College success rates for these qualifications are always well above the national average.

A learner said ' I have now progressed onto as Level 5 Leadership qualifcation due to completing this qualifcation and have been upgraded at work'.

Please contact the Business Hub on 01452 563457 for more information