Nursing Assistant Diploma Level 3

Nursing assistants play an essential role in UK hospitals, care homes, and community health services, supporting patients with daily care and basic observations while working alongside registered nurses and clinical teams.

The Nursing Assistant Diploma Level 3 builds the practical knowledge needed to support patient care confidently in a healthcare setting. Suitable for those new to healthcare support roles and for existing care staff strengthening their workplace capability, this CPD diploma develops understanding applicable across hospitals, care homes, and community health settings. Relevant roles include nursing assistant, healthcare support worker, patient care assistant, and community care assistant, with salaries typically ranging from £16,000 to £22,500 per year. The certificate reflects CPD learning and does not confer NMC registration as a nurse.

The curriculum covers patient care and support techniques, infection control procedures, monitoring vital signs, and supporting nutrition, hydration, and basic first aid. Two free bonus courses are also included: Healthcare Assistant and Observational Skills for Carers.

Enrol today and build the professional confidence and patient care knowledge to take your next step in healthcare support.

Key Highlights

• Comprehensive skill development in nursing assistant duties
• Flexible, 100% online self-paced study with 12 months access
• CPD-accredited for continuing professional development
• Practical modules aligned with UK healthcare expectations
• Supports ethical, quality care and professional decision-making
• Interactive content with expert learner support throughout

What You’ll Learn

• Develop confident patient care and support techniques
• Apply effective communication in healthcare environments
• Strengthen knowledge of infection control procedures
• Understand health and safety requirements in care settings
• Monitor vital signs with accuracy and professionalism
• Manage personal hygiene and mobility assistance
• Support nutrition, hydration, and basic first aid
• Implement safeguarding and professional practice standards

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 Nursing Assistant Diploma Level 3 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 Nursing Assistant Diploma Level 3 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 nursing assistants seeking foundational healthcare skills
• Practising care workers aiming to refresh and enhance knowledge
• Healthcare support staff responsible for patient care and safety
• Individuals pursuing professional development in nursing support roles
• UK learners balancing study with work or other commitments

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AND PROGRESSION

• Nursing Assistant: GBP 17,000 – GBP 22,000 per year
• Healthcare Support Worker: GBP 16,500 – GBP 21,000 per year
• Patient Care Assistant: GBP 17,000 – GBP 22,500 per year
• Residential Care Worker: GBP 16,000 – GBP 20,500 per year
• Community Care Assistant: GBP 17,500 – GBP 22,000 per year

KEY SKILLS YOU’LL GAIN

• Confident patient care and support delivery
• Effective communication within healthcare teams
• Infection control and hygiene management
• Health and safety awareness in care settings
• Vital signs monitoring and reporting
• Mobility assistance and safe patient handling
• Nutrition and hydration support techniques
• Safeguarding and professional conduct understanding

Enrol today to build confidence and practical skills with the CPD-accredited Nursing Assistant Diploma Level 3, designed to strengthen your understanding and real-world healthcare capability.