Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care + Care Certificate Standards (1 to 16)

Health and social care remains one of the UK’s largest employment sectors, with care homes, hospitals, and community services relying on staff who combine person-centred care principles with strong safeguarding and communication skills.

The Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care + Care Certificate Standards (1 to 16) builds the practical knowledge needed to work confidently and safely across care settings. Suitable for those new to care roles and for existing staff strengthening their workplace capability, this CPD diploma develops understanding applicable across residential, community, and hospital care settings. Relevant roles include care support worker, senior care assistant, health and social care supervisor, and community support worker, with salaries typically ranging from £17,000 to £28,000 per year.

The curriculum covers person-centred care, safeguarding responsibilities, infection control, and supporting mental health and dementia care with sensitivity. Two free bonus courses are also included: Care Planning and Record Keeping.

Enrol today and build the professional confidence and care knowledge to take your next step in UK health and social care.

Key Highlights

• Fully CPD-accredited Level 3 Diploma focused on UK care standards
• Comprehensive coverage of Care Certificate Standards 1 to 16
• Practical skill-building for improving care quality and safety
• Flexible, self-paced online learning with 12 months’ access
• Includes online multiple-choice exam with free retakes
• Optional reflective portfolio to deepen understanding
• Recognised by UK employers for continuing professional development

Exclusive Bonus Learning Materials (For Free) – Limited Time Offer!

Your learning comes with more than just one course. Enrol today and unlock CPD-accredited gift courses at no extra cost, giving you even more opportunities to build your knowledge, strengthen practical skills and get greater value from your learning journey.

• Course 01: Care Planning and Record Keeping
• Course 02: Record Keeping Skills for Care & Support Workers

All bonus courses are 100% free with your enrolment.

What You’ll Learn

• Develop confident decision-making in complex care situations
• Apply person-centred care principles effectively in practice
• Strengthen communication skills for diverse care needs
• Understand safeguarding responsibilities for vulnerable individuals
• Improve knowledge of infection control and health safety
• Enhance leadership capability in ethical and professional care
• Manage confidential information with accuracy and care
• Support mental health and dementia care with sensitivity

WHY STUDY WITH Learnera

Learn Era is a trusted CPD-accredited training provider dedicated to helping professionals build confidence, leadership, and compliance in the UK job sector. Our expert-led online courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime.

CPD-accredited and employer-recognised qualifications trusted across the UK

• Expert tutors with essential real-world experience
• 100% online learning with UK-based learner support
• Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
• Trusted by thousands of UK learners and global professionals

ACCREDITATION AND RECOGNITION

This Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care + Care Certificate Standards (1 to 16) is fully CPD-accredited, ensuring your qualification meets trusted professional standards for relevant fields. It is widely recognised by UK employers as a benchmark for continuing professional development and compliance training.

Earn a CPD Accredited certificate to showcase your knowledge and skills

• 100% online, self-paced study with 12 months’ access
• Includes online multiple-choice exam and optional reflective portfolio
• Order a CPD-accredited digital certificate (optional printed version available for GBP 24.99)
• Recognised by UK employers and globally trusted certification

ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION

Your progress in this Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care + Care Certificate Standards (1 to 16) is measured through an online multiple-choice assessment with a 60% pass mark and instant results. Learners can retake the exam for free, ensuring full understanding before completion.

Upon passing, you can order a PDF version of the CPD Accredited certificate, verifying your learning achievement and continued professional development aligned with industry knowledge standards. You can also order a hardcopy certificate for GBP 24.99 to boost your credibility and showcase your achievement.

This qualification includes no hidden fees and is recognised by UK employers as evidence of structured learning and professional growth.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

• Aspiring health and social care practitioners seeking foundational skills
• Practising care workers aiming to deepen sector knowledge
• Supervisors and team leaders building leadership capability
• Individuals supporting vulnerable adults and children
• Professionals improving communication and safeguarding skills
• Those needing flexible CPD learning aligned with UK care standards

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AND PROGRESSION

• Care Support Worker: GBP 17,000 to GBP 22,000 per year
• Senior Care Assistant: GBP 19,000 to GBP 24,000 per year
• Health and Social Care Supervisor: GBP 22,000 to GBP 28,000 per year
• Community Support Worker: GBP 18,000 to GBP 23,000 per year
• Dementia Care Specialist: GBP 19,000 to GBP 25,000 per year
• Mental Health Support Worker: GBP 18,000 to GBP 24,000 per year

KEY SKILLS YOU’LL GAIN

• Confidence in applying duty of care and ethical principles
• Capability in person-centred approaches and communication
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and infection control
• Practical knowledge of medication awareness and nutrition support
• Skills to manage confidential information responsibly
• Competence in supporting mental health and end-of-life care
• Leadership and decision-making in health and social care settings
• Ability to maintain accurate records and professional documentation

Enrol today to develop practical skills, confidence, and real-world understanding with the CPD-accredited Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care + Care Certificate Standards (1 to 16).