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Cert 3 In Aged Care Fast Track

Boost your career in aged care with HCC's Cert 3 In Aged Care Fast Track. Gain job-ready skills for rewarding roles like Personal Care Assistant or Support Worker. Enroll now!

HCC's Cert 3 In Aged Care Fast Track is a nationally recognised qualification designed to equip learners with the skills necessary for a rewarding career in aged care.

Delivered online by London School of International Business, the school behind Healthcare Courses. Ofqual-regulated qualifications with flexible payment plans and admissions support seven days a week.

Study online 9 months track From GBP £950

Flexible payment plans available · Start studying online immediately after enrolment

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Why enrol on this course?

HCC's Cert 3 In Aged Care Fast Track is a nationally recognised qualification designed to equip learners with the skills necessary for a rewarding career in aged care. This accelerated course provides comprehensive training in personal care, support services, and safe work practices over six or nine months of study. The UK aged care sector is experiencing significant growth, driven by an ageing population and increasing demand for quality care services. With an estimated need for 130,000 new roles annually, this fast-growing field offers numerous opportunities for career advancement.

UK Aged Care Demand
Estimated UK learners — Illustrative UK estimates — not official enrolment

About this course

Kickstart your career in aged care with HCC's Cert 3 In Aged Care Fast Track. You will learn how to provide person-centred support and ensure the well-being of elderly clients.

Gain skills for rewarding roles such as Personal Care Assistant or Support Worker.

Prepare for high-demand employment opportunities.
Equip yourself with job-ready skills and practical experience in aged care.

Who is this course for?

The Cert 3 In Aged Care Fast Track is ideal for individuals passionate about providing compassionate care to elderly clients and seeking a stable career path. This course suits those with no prior experience in aged care, as well as professionals looking to transition into this high-demand field.

  • Backgrounds: Those interested in health and social care services
  • Roles: Personal Care Assistant, Support Worker, Activity Coordinator
  • Career Stages: Early-career transition, mid-career change
  • Prior Experience: No prior experience needed
  • Outcomes: Comprehensive training in aged care practices, job-ready skills

Key facts

  • Award: Cert 3 In Aged Care Fast Track
  • Level: Diploma
  • Duration: 6 months / 9 months
  • Fee: £1250 / £950
  • Study Mode: Online/Flexible
  • Awarding Body: For detailed information, we kindly advise you to chat with our admissions team.
  • Credits: 60
  • Benefits: Compassionate career change, job-ready skills, person-centred care training

Why this course?

HCC's Cert 3 In Aged Care Fast Track offers a comprehensive pathway for individuals aiming to enter the high-demand and rewarding field of aged care. This programme provides intensive training in personal care, support services, and safe work practices over six or nine months, tailored to fit your schedule flexibility. Graduates are well-prepared to meet the needs of elderly clients across various settings such as residential care facilities and community centres.

The UK’s ageing population is driving a significant increase in demand for skilled caregivers, with an estimated need for 130,000 new roles annually by 2027. The demand is expected to continue growing as the number of older adults requiring professional support increases. This makes aged care one of the most promising sectors in terms of career stability and personal fulfillment.

UK Aged Care Demand Outlook
Illustrative UK estimates for this subject — not official enrolment
YearEstimated UK learners
2026130,000
2027150,000

Career path

HCC's Cert 3 In Aged Care Fast Track opens up diverse career opportunities in the aged care sector. Graduates can pursue roles such as Personal Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Activity Coordinator within residential care facilities and community settings. The demand for skilled caregivers is anticipated to rise significantly over the next decade, providing numerous career advancement prospects.

The industry's growth is expected to create a variety of new positions that cater to different areas of aged care, ensuring graduates have multiple pathways to explore as they progress in their careers.

Aged Care Roles Share
Industry share (%)

Course information

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

  • 6 months
  • 9 months
Course delivery

Online

Entry requirements

No formal qualification required

Course content
• CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
• HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
• CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
• CHCCCS038 Provide support to people living with dementia
• CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
• CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
• CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission.

Fee structure

The fee for the programme is as follows:

  • 6 months — Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
  • 9 months — Standard mode @ GBP £950
Fee payment plans

The programme offers the following fee payment plans:

6 months programme

● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 months programme

● Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
● Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
Accreditation
For detailed information, we kindly advise you to chat with our admissions team.

Who delivers this course

Qualification
Cert 3 In Aged Care Fast Track
Delivered by
London School of International Business (LSIB) via Healthcare Courses (HCC) · UKPRN 10062390
Awarded by
an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
Assessment
Written assignments, no exams
Support
Admissions team, 7 days a week

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