Nursing Assistant Level 3 Diploma

Accreditation & Recognition

This Nursing Assistant Level 3 Diploma is fully CPD-accredited, ensuring your qualification meets trusted professional standards for relevant fields like Health Care Assistant (HCA) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). It is widely recognised by UK employers as a benchmark for continuing professional development and compliance training.

• Earn a CPD Accredited certificate to showcase your knowledge and skills
• 100% online, self-paced study with 12 months’ access
• Includes online multiple-choice exam and optional reflective portfolio
• Order a digital CPD-accredited certificate (optional printed version available for £24.99)
• Recognised by UK employers and globally trusted certification

Assessment & Certification

Your progress in this Nursing Assistant course is measured through an online multiple-choice assessment with a 60% pass mark and instant results. Learners can retake the exam for free, ensuring full understanding before completion.

Upon passing, you can order a PDF version of the CPD Accredited certificate, verifying your learning achievement and continued professional development aligned with industry knowledge standards. You can also order a hardcopy certificate for £24.99 to boost your credibility and showcase your achievement.

This qualification includes no hidden fees and is recognised by UK employers as evidence of structured learning and professional growth.

Who Is This Course For?

• Aspiring nursing assistants and healthcare support staff
• Healthcare assistants seeking Level 3 skill development
• Hospital and community care staff requiring advanced training
• Residential and domiciliary care workers enhancing clinical knowledge
• Practising nurse aides, HCA and CNA updating patient care skills
• Team leaders supervising nursing support staff
• Staff supporting patients with diverse healthcare needs

Career Opportunities & Progression

• Healthcare Assistant – £22,000 to £27,000 per year
• Nursing Support Worker – £23,000 to £28,000 per year
• Senior Healthcare Assistant – £24,000 to £30,000 per year
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – £22,000 to £27,000 per year
• Residential Care Worker – £22,500 to £28,000 per year
• Community Support Worker – £22,500 to £29,000 per year
• Patient Care Assistant – £23,000 to £30,000 per year
• Health Care Assistant (HCA) – £22,000 to £27,000 per year
• Safeguarding Officer – £26,000 to £33,000 per year

Key Skills You’ll Gain

• Confident application of nursing support practices
• Advanced patient care, mobility, and comfort techniques
• Medication administration and safe handling knowledge
• Safeguarding and protection of vulnerable individuals
• Infection control, hygiene, and aseptic procedure awareness
• Nutrition, hydration, and fluid balance management
• Effective communication with patients and multidisciplinary teams
• Health and safety compliance in diverse care settings

Why Study with Edu Xpress

Edu Xpress is a trusted CPD-accredited training provider dedicated to helping professionals build confidence, leadership, and compliance in the UK job sector. Our expert-led online Nursing Assistant course is designed to fit around your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime.

• CPD-accredited and employer-recognised qualifications trusted across the UK
• Expert tutors with essential real-world experience
• 100% online learning with UK-based learner support
• Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
• Trusted by thousands of UK learners and global professionals

Enrol today to build confidence and strengthen your practical understanding with the CPD-accredited Nursing Assistant Level 3 Diploma, designed to develop essential nursing skills and real-world care knowledge.

Curriculum Description

Module 01: Fundamentals of Nursing Assistant Training
Explore the essential roles and responsibilities of a nursing assistant. Learn core principles of patient care, workplace safety, and professional conduct to deliver safe, person-centred healthcare in multiple environments.

Module 02: Working in Different Healthcare Settings
Understand how nursing assistants operate across hospitals, community care, and residential settings. Learn to adapt practices and procedures to meet the requirements and challenges of each environment safely.

Module 03: Legal, Professional Standards and Ethical Aspects of Healthcare
Examine UK healthcare laws, professional standards, and ethical frameworks. Learn how compliance and ethical decision-making underpin safe, effective care and protect both staff and patients.

Module 04: Safeguarding Vulnerable Individuals
Develop knowledge of safeguarding principles to protect adults and children. Explore practical strategies to identify risks, respond to concerns, and promote safety and dignity in healthcare environments.

Module 05: Principles for Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
Learn the specific principles guiding adult safeguarding. Study how to recognise abuse, prevent harm, and act responsibly while upholding professional and ethical standards in patient care.

Module 06: UK Safeguarding Laws and Legislations
Understand the legal framework governing safeguarding in the UK. Explore key acts, regulations, and guidance that inform adult care and support safe practices in line with legislation.

Module 07: Understanding Aspects of Abuse and Neglect
Learn to identify physical, emotional, and financial abuse. Explore neglect indicators and practical approaches for reporting concerns, maintaining safety, and supporting affected individuals.

Module 08: Roles and Responsibilities for Safeguarding Adults
Examine the responsibilities of nursing assistants, managers, and multi-disciplinary teams. Learn how each role contributes to effective safeguarding and the protection of vulnerable adults.

Module 09: Personal Hygiene
Understand best practices for supporting patient hygiene safely and respectfully. Explore procedures for bathing, grooming, and infection prevention while maintaining dignity.

Module 10: Infection Control
Learn infection prevention measures critical in care settings. Study hygiene protocols, risk assessment, and safe handling to reduce transmission and protect patients and staff.

Module 11: Understanding Diabetes Care
Gain knowledge of diabetes management, monitoring, and care considerations. Learn how to support patients with diet, medication, and routine health checks safely and effectively.

Module 12: Understanding Dementia Care
Explore dementia conditions, behaviours, and care approaches. Learn person-centred communication, coping strategies, and safeguarding techniques to support cognitive and emotional needs.

Module 13: Basics of Medicine Handling
Understand medication storage, administration, and record-keeping basics. Learn safety measures, legal requirements, and procedures to prevent errors in nursing practice.

Module 14: Safe Handling of Medications
Develop skills for accurate and safe medication handling. Explore preparation, dosage verification, and compliance with healthcare standards in patient care.

Module 15: Medication Administration in Nursing
Learn practical steps for administering medication safely. Understand patient monitoring, documentation, and identifying adverse effects to maintain high-quality care.

Module 16: Medical and Surgical Asepsis
Explore aseptic principles to prevent infection in medical and surgical contexts. Learn practical techniques for safe procedures and maintaining sterile environments.

Module 17: Asepsis in Nursing
Focus on infection control and sterile practices in everyday nursing care. Learn methods to reduce contamination risks and protect patient safety.

Module 18: Anatomy and Physiology of Body Parts
Understand the structure and function of key body systems. Learn how anatomy knowledge informs patient care, monitoring, and clinical decision-making.

Module 19: Understanding Immune System
Explore the immune system’s role in health and disease. Learn how immunity affects patient care, infection control, and safeguarding practices.

Module 20: Mobility and Immobility Issues of Patients
Study the challenges of patient mobility, pressure care, and safe handling. Learn strategies to prevent injury and support independence and wellbeing.

Module 21: Assisting with Elimination
Develop skills to support patients with continence and urinary or bowel care. Learn hygiene, dignity, and documentation standards in daily practice.

Module 22: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Understand hydration, electrolyte monitoring, and balance maintenance. Learn to recognise imbalances, support nutrition, and promote patient health safely.

Module 23: Nutrition in Nursing
Learn principles of dietary care, meal planning, and nutritional support. Understand the impact of nutrition on recovery, wellbeing, and patient outcomes.

Module 24: Rest and Sleep Management in Nursing
Understand the importance of rest and sleep for recovery. Learn techniques to assess, support, and manage patients’ sleep routines effectively.

Module 25: Pain Management for Nurses
Develop practical knowledge in assessing and managing pain. Explore pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies to enhance patient comfort safely.

Module 26: Oxygenation
Learn safe oxygen administration and monitoring techniques. Understand patient assessment, equipment use, and emergency response considerations.

Module 27: Effective Communication
Develop communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare teams. Learn active listening, clear documentation, and empathy in care delivery.

Module 28: Health and Safety Responsibilities
Understand health and safety principles in care environments. Learn risk assessment, incident prevention, and compliance with UK healthcare standards.