Level 3 Award in Elderly Care and Caring for the Disabled
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 3 Award in Elderly Care and Caring for the Disabled, designed for learners progressing into supervisory and advanced support roles in health and social care. The qualification develops competence in elderly care practices, disability support, safeguarding, and compliance with international care standards. Learners gain the expertise required to oversee care provision, support vulnerable individuals, and produce audit‑ready documentation aligned with recognised healthcare and social care frameworks.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 3 Award in Elderly Care and Caring for the Disabled |
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| Total Credits | 12 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 24 |
| Qualification Time | 48 |
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Principles of elderly care and disability support: Frameworks, responsibilities, and international standards.
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Ageing and health conditions: Dementia, mobility issues, chronic illnesses, and mental health.
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Disability awareness and inclusion: Physical, sensory, intellectual, and developmental disabilities.
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Safeguarding vulnerable adults: Recognising abuse, reporting concerns, and compliance.
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Communication and empathy in care: Active listening, cultural sensitivity, and patient dignity.
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Medication support and monitoring: Safe handling, administration under supervision, and documentation.
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Daily living assistance: Nutrition, hygiene, mobility, and personal independence.
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Risk assessment in care environments: Hazard identification, evaluation, and mitigation strategies.
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Legal and regulatory frameworks: National legislation, international guidelines, and compliance.
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Practical assessments and portfolio development: Case studies, simulations, and audit‑ready documentation.
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Develops advanced skills in elderly care and disability support
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Strengthens competence in safeguarding and patient dignity
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Enhances compliance with healthcare and social care standards
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Provides audit‑ready documentation and advanced practical assessments
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Supports progression into Level 4 and Level 5 health and social care qualifications
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Healthcare assistants progressing into supervisory care roles
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Supervisors and team leaders in elderly and disability care settings
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Individuals seeking advanced skills in elderly care and disability support
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Learners preparing for higher‑level health and social care qualifications
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Assessment Type: Practical assessments, written exam and portfolio review
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Format: MCQs, care simulations, documentation tasks, oral discussion
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Total Questions: 50 theory plus multiple practical tasks
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Passing Score: 70 percent
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Duration: 10–14 weeks (160–200 hours)
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Certification: Level 3 Award in Elderly Care and Caring for the Disabled
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