Level 5 Leadership and Management for Adult Care Course in Farnham
CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 5 Leadership and Management for Adult Care Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study while working in your adult care role, applying your learning directly to the service you manage or lead. The course covers managing care quality, developing staff, leading person-centred services, and meeting regulatory responsibilities. It typically takes 24 months to complete. A recommended starting point is a Level 3 qualification or relevant experience in adult care, and you should be working in a deputy manager, manager, or similar leadership role.
Who this course is for
This qualification is suitable for those working in managerial roles in adult care who want to progress their career. It supports the development of registered managers responsible for leading adult social care services. Learners will develop the skills to manage and improve care, support and develop staff, and lead services that deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, but learners must be aged 19 or over. It is recommended that learners hold a Level 3 qualification or have experience in a related area. Learners should be working in an adult care setting as a deputy manager, manager, or have the opportunity to carry out leadership responsibilities.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills to lead and manage adult social care services effectively.
You'll learn how to drive improvements in care quality and service delivery.
You'll build knowledge of regulatory requirements for registered managers.
You'll develop approaches to recruiting, supporting, and developing your team.
You'll learn how to embed person-centred values across your service.
You'll strengthen your ability to manage risk and safeguard the people in your care.
You'll develop skills in partnership working and professional communication.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in your workplace. You'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your day-to-day management practice. Assessment includes written assignments, reflective accounts, and professional discussion with an assessor. Your assessor will observe you in your role and review evidence of how you lead your service. You'll be supported throughout by a workplace assessor who reviews your progress against the qualification requirements.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Professional Training Solutions will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Registered Manager: lead and manage a regulated adult care service
Deputy Manager: support service leadership and step up to management
Service Manager: oversee day-to-day operations across a care setting
Care Home Manager: manage a residential or nursing home
Supported Living Manager: lead support services for adults with complex needs
Domiciliary Care Manager: manage home care services and field-based teams
Operations Manager (adult social care): oversee multiple care services or sites
What you could study next
Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management: a master's-level qualification for senior leaders in health and social care.
Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership: recognised across sectors for those moving into executive or director-level roles.
Degree or postgraduate study in Health and Social Care, Public Health, or Business Management through a university.
