OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Induction to Working in Adult Social Care in Northern Ireland

1.3 Health and Social Care

Qualification Code

610/0132/6

Qualification Level

Credits

Minimum Age

Review Date

02/11/2026

Total Qualification Time

290 Hours

Guided Learning Hours

203 Hours

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Qualification Information

This is an OCN NI Apprenticeship Qualification.The aim of the OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Induction to Working in Adult Social Care in Northern Ireland is to provide learners with induction training in health and social care and is fully endorsed by the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC). To achieve the OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Induction to Working in Adult Social Care in Northern Ireland learners must successfully complete 29 credits.Learners must be at least 18 years of age and currently work or wish to work in health and social care. Learners must be able to evidence competencies in a real work environment. Learners will be required to have sufficient literacy and numeracy skills to enable them to successfully complete the qualification.

Units

Adult Social Care Worker - Responsibilities and Duty of Care (Y/650/0546)

5 Credits

Building Resilience and Self-Care to Address Challenges Associated with Working in Adult Social Care Practice (L/650/0542)

2 Credits

Communication in Adult Social Care (M/650/0543)

3 Credits

Continuing Professional Development in Adult Social Care (A/650/0547)

3 Credits

Health and Safety in Adult Social Care (R/650/0544)

4 Credits

Person-Centred Values in Adult Social Care (T/650/0545)

3 Credits

Understanding Protection and Safeguarding in a Social Care Context (D/650/0548)

3 Credits

Understanding Team Management in Health and Social Care (F/650/0549)

6 Credits