Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (RQF)

The Residential Childcare Level 3 Diploma is designed for learners who want to work in residential care with children in a caring position.

Students can work in residential care homes, residential special schools, therapeutic communities, secure children’s homes, shared care, and short-term settings after completing the course. Through this course, learners will gain the information and skills needed to provide a caring, healthy, stimulating, safe, and secure environment for the children and young people in their care.

Assessment Method: Portfolio of Evidence

Qualification Duration: 1 year. However, depending on how fast the learner will be making submissions and if they pass plagiarism and AI generation tests, they can complete them in less than a year.

Assessment Criteria:
This is a self-placed qualification, meaning that the learners can work at their own pace and time.
The learner will be assigned an assessor, who will be the first point of communication for anything relating to this qualification. The learner can check the assessor's availability if they want clarity on something via phone call or video meeting. But the assessment plan sent by the assessor has all the information and instructions, unless otherwise stated.

Qualification Assessment Breakdown:

• Knowledge-Based Assignments

This qualification involves knowledge-based assignments about residential childcare. These are 200–250 words per question (this will be advised in the assessment plan)

• Witness Statement

The plan will be put in place by the assessor and sent to the learner by the manager or director. The manager will be required to fill out the form as per the question regarding the competence of the learner. The manager will be required to sign and give this back to the learner, together with their (manager's) training certificate or CV, to show that they are competent enough to give a statement

• Online Observation

At some point along the qualification, the assessor will arrange an online observation with the learner to observe how they carry out some tasks, including care planning for a child and other related tasks that will be suitable for the qualification

What learning resources do you provide?

Verrolyne Training Ltd. provides the following additional resources for this qualification:

Assessment Plans for Modules:
Learners will receive detailed assessment plans for each module or unit, offering clear guidance on the assessments, tasks, or activities they need to complete as part of their qualification.

Evidence Matrices for the Competence Units (Witness Statement Plan):
These matrices will be made available to help you understand the criteria and evidence required to demonstrate competence in specific units. They provide valuable instructions on collecting and presenting evidence for your assessments.

A Learner Summative Reflection (if required):
If necessary, you will have the opportunity to engage in learner summative reflection. This allows you to reflect on your overall learning journey, summarising what you've learned, your personal growth, and the application of your knowledge and skills.

Online Platform for Observation (if required):
In cases where observation is part of your qualification, an online platform will be provided to facilitate this process. This platform will enable assessors to observe and assess your practical or hands-on skills.

Guidance on Purchasing Recommended Books:
If your qualification recommends specific textbooks or reading materials, the center will offer guidance regarding which book to purchase. This ensures that you have access to the essential materials needed for your studies.

The Residential Childcare Level 3 Diploma is recommended for learners who want to work in residential care with children in a caring position.

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, Students interested in enrolling in this course must meet the following requirements:

• You must be at least 19 years old.
• Have a strong command of the English language
• For the duration of the course, you must have access to a computer and the internet.
• Basic computer skills, such as word processing, emailing, and document uploading
• Having a real desire to succeed is essential.

Students can work in residential care homes, residential special schools, therapeutic communities, secure children’s homes, shared care, and short-term settings after completing the course. Learners will gain the information and skills needed to provide a caring, healthy, stimulating, safe, and secure environment for the children and young people in their care.

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iCQ Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare 603/6592/4

Hard copy certificate - Included