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Preparing to Work HSC

Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Launch your rewarding career in adult social care with essential knowledge and skills that employers value. This comprehensive programme develops your expertise in communication, safeguarding, person-centred approaches, and professional practice whilst mastering the fundamental principles that underpin quality care delivery.

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Delivered through interactive online learning and practical portfolio development, you'll build essential competencies in effective communication, diversity and inclusion, health and safety, and information handling whilst creating a professional portfolio demonstrating your readiness for the care sector. Our expert instructors guide you through contemporary social care challenges, ensuring you develop both theoretical understanding and practical skills valued by care providers.

Mode of Study: Flexible Learning - Part Time / Online / Blended

Indicative Study Hours: 10-12 hours per week

Duration: 12-18 weeks (3-4 months) - This is an indicative duration, you will be able to complete early if you invest more study hours

Course Fee: £499

Guided Learning Hours: 190 hours

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Entry requirements:

  • No formal qualifications required - suitable for complete beginners

  • Good written and spoken English (Level 2 literacy recommended)

  • Basic computer literacy and internet access

  • Commitment to working with vulnerable adults

  • Enhanced DBS check may be required by employers (not included in course fee)

Course Details

Learning Aims

By completion, you will be able to:

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  • Communicate effectively with service users, families, and colleagues across diverse backgrounds and needs

  • Apply person-centred approaches that promote dignity, choice, and independence for adults requiring care

  • Understand and implement safeguarding procedures to protect vulnerable adults from harm

  • Demonstrate professional practice through understanding of confidentiality, duty of care, and ethical frameworks

  • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of care delivery and professional relationships

  • Apply health and safety principles to create safe environments for service users and colleagues

  • Handle information appropriately while maintaining confidentiality and meeting legal requirements

  • Develop personally and professionally through reflective practice and continuous learning

  • Work effectively in partnership with colleagues, professionals, and families to deliver quality care

Unit Structure

  • Principles of Communication in Adult Social Care Settings - Effective communication methods, overcoming barriers, and maintaining professional relationships

  • Principles of Personal Development in Adult Social Care Settings - Reflective practice, feedback utilisation, and professional growth planning

  • Principles of Diversity, Equality and Inclusion in Adult Social Care Settings - Promoting inclusive practice and challenging discrimination

  • Principles of Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care - Recognising abuse, reporting procedures, and protection strategies

  • Principles for Implementing Duty of Care - Professional responsibilities, managing conflicts, and complaint procedures

  • Understand the Role of the Social Care Worker - Professional boundaries, partnership working, and agreed ways of working.

  • Understand Person-Centred Approaches in Adult Social Care Settings - Individual-focused care, consent, active participation, and risk assessment

  • Understand Health and Safety in Social Care Settings - Risk management, infection control, safe practices, and emergency procedures

  • Understand How to Handle Information in Social Care Settings - Data protection, record keeping, and information sharing protocols

Resources Required

  • Computer/tablet with a reliable internet connection for online learning platform access

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word) or Google Docs for assignment completion

  • PDF Reader (Adobe Acrobat or equivalent) for course materials and resources

  • Cloud Storage Account (OneDrive, Google Drive) for portfolio development and submission

  • Access to email for tutor communication and course updates

  • Quiet study space for focused learning and assignment completion

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