Level 3
Diploma
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Health and Social Care
60 credits 600 hrs TQT six months Online
Subject pathway
OTHM Adult Health and Social Care qualifications
1 OTHM Adult Health and Social Care qualifications from Level 3 to Level 3, all online with LSIB. Progress one level at a time with full credit transfer.
Level 3
1 qualificationsFrequently asked questions
Which OTHM Adult Health and Social Care qualifications does LSIB offer?
LSIB offers 1 OTHM Adult Health and Social Care qualifications at Level 3, all delivered online.
Which Adult Health and Social Care level should I start at?
Start at the level matching your current qualifications and experience: Level 3 with GCSEs or equivalent, Level 4 after Level 3 or A-levels, Level 5 after Level 4, Level 6 after Level 5, Level 7 with a degree or senior experience.
Are OTHM Adult Health and Social Care qualifications recognised?
Yes. They are regulated by Ofqual and listed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications, and are accepted for progression by UK and international universities.
How are OTHM Adult Health and Social Care courses assessed?
By written assignments for each unit, marked by LSIB and externally verified by OTHM; there are no exams.
Can I progress from one Adult Health and Social Care level to the next?
Yes. Completing a level gives you the credits to enrol on the next OTHM level in Adult Health and Social Care, up to Level 3 at LSIB.
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Apply online in five minutes, or ask admissions which level fits your background.
Last reviewed 20 October 2026Source: OTHM qualification specifications