Leader in Adult Care Level 5
Develop managers who lead safe, effective and high-quality adult care services.
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Build effective leaders of adult care services
Apprentices develop occupational knowledge, skills and behaviours through planned training and meaningful workplace experience. The employer and Skillcert agree an individual plan after reviewing the role, prior learning and eligibility.
For employers, the programme provides a structured route to build capability, support consistent standards and develop existing or new staff.
What apprentices will learn
Core areas of occupational development include:
Leadership and culture
Lead a values-based service culture centred on dignity, choice, rights and wellbeing.
Workforce management
Manage staff performance, supervision, recruitment and professional development.
Quality and compliance
Oversee quality assurance, safeguarding governance and regulatory compliance.
Resources and operations
Plan staffing, budgets, resources and continuity arrangements for safe service delivery.
Risk and governance
Manage operational risk, incidents, complaints and organisational accountability.
Service improvement
Use evidence, stakeholder feedback and partnerships to lead service improvement.
Who is this programme for?
New or existing employees in a suitable occupational role who need substantial new learning and can practise the required duties at work.
Benefits for employers
Develop confident staff, strengthen workforce capability and apply new learning directly to organisational needs.
Progression opportunities depend on the individual’s experience and future responsibilities.
How the apprenticeship works
Initial assessment
Agree the occupational role, starting point, learning needs and individual training plan.
Learning and application
Develop skills through planned training, workplace activity, feedback and reviews.
Gateway and completion
Complete the gateway process and demonstrate occupational competence through independent assessment.
Qualifications and requirements
The Level 5 Diploma in Leading and Managing an Adult Care Service is mandatory under the applicable standard.
Assessment and completion
Independent assessment evaluates leadership in adult care practice, professional judgement and the ability to manage safe, effective services.
Gateway
The employer and training provider review occupational readiness, evidence and any required qualifications.
Independent assessment
Complete the assessment methods specified by the approved assessment plan.
Outcome and progression
Receive the assessment outcome and consider appropriate progression.
Funding and employer responsibilities
The maximum funding band is £7,000. This is not a fixed fee or guaranteed employer grant.
Eligibility, employer contributions, training price and delivery arrangements are confirmed individually.
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Frequently asked questions
Can existing employees join?
Yes, if their role, prior learning and training needs meet the applicable eligibility rules.
How long is training?
The published typical training duration is 18 months; assessment time may be additional.
Is the funding band the price?
No. £7,000 is the maximum funding band. The agreed training price and any employer contribution are confirmed individually.
How is the apprenticeship assessed?
Independent assessment evaluates leadership in adult care practice, professional judgement and the ability to manage safe, effective services.
How can I enquire?
Use the form below and ask Skillcert to contact you.
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