ICTQual Level 3 Award in Elderly and Disabled Care

This qualification is designed to build advanced care skills aligned with ICTQual AB health and social care standards, focusing on safe, ethical, and person-centred support for vulnerable individuals.

• Level 3 vocational qualification in care practice

• Focus on elderly and disability support

• Emphasis on person-centred care approaches

• Safeguarding and protection training

• Communication and care planning skills

• Practical application in real care environments

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Elderly and Disabled Care is a vocational qualification designed to prepare learners for professional roles in health and social care settings. It focuses on developing the skills required to support older adults and individuals with disabilities in a safe, respectful, and person-centred manner.

• Develops person-centred care skills for elderly and disabled individuals

• Strengthens understanding of safeguarding and protection procedures

• Builds communication skills for diverse care environments

• Enhances awareness of dignity, respect, and equality in care

• Supports safe working practices in health and social care settings

• Prepares learners for progression into professional care roles

This course equips learners with the essential competencies required to provide effective and compassionate care for elderly and disabled individuals in professional settings.

• Understand principles of person-centred care and support

• Apply safeguarding and protection procedures in care settings

• Communicate effectively with service users and care teams

• Support mobility, daily living, and independence needs

• Recognise health, safety, and risk management practices

• Promote dignity, respect, and equality in care delivery

This qualification is intended for individuals who want to begin or develop a career in elderly care, disability support, or general health and social care services.

• Aspiring care assistants or support workers

• Individuals entering health and social care sector

• Workers in elderly care homes or community care

• Disability support workers and carers

• Healthcare assistants seeking formal qualification

• Learners progressing from Level 2 care qualifications

This course is suitable for beginners and those with prior basic care knowledge. Learners should have sufficient communication skills to engage in training and assessment activities.

• Minimum recommended age of 16 or above

• Basic literacy and communication skills in English

Assessment for this qualification is designed to evaluate both theoretical understanding and practical application of care principles in real or simulated environments.

• Written assignments and knowledge-based tasks

• Practical observation in care settings (where applicable)

• Case study analysis and scenario-based assessment

• Portfolio of evidence demonstrating competence

Successful completion of this qualification supports career advancement and further study in health and social care disciplines.

• ICTQual Level 4 Health and Social Care qualifications

• Specialist training in elderly or disability care

• Employment as care assistant or support worker

• Progression to supervisory care roles