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Level 5 Leadership and Management for Adult Care Course Online – JAG Training

Cost£4,670.00
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 5 Leadership and Management for Adult Care Course. Study online with JAG Training. This self-paced course fits around your working life, so you can study without taking time away from your role. It covers senior leadership responsibilities in adult care settings, including managing teams, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and person-centred practice. Entry requirements include a managerial or supervisory role in adult care, a Level 2 standard of English and maths, and a current enhanced DBS check. The course typically takes 12 months.

Who this course is for

The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care is ideal for experienced professionals working in health and social care who are ready to take on senior leadership responsibilities. It is particularly suitable for those in or progressing toward roles such as Registered Manager, Care Manager, or Deputy Manager in residential, domiciliary, or community-based adult care services.

This course is designed for individuals who are passionate about delivering high-quality care, confident in leading teams, and committed to meeting regulatory standards. Learners should already have experience in adult care and be looking to deepen their strategic, managerial, and leadership skills. If you are responsible for managing teams, services, or safeguarding and compliance processes or aspire to be this course will equip you with the knowledge and competencies needed to excel.

The qualification is work-based and tailored to real-world practice, allowing learners to apply what they study directly to their current role. You’ll cover key areas such as leadership and management principles, governance, professional development, partnership working, safeguarding, health and safety, and the effective use of resources.

You can expect a flexible learning journey that supports your professional growth through guided learning hours, one-to-one tutor support, and workplace assessments. Throughout the course, you will develop skills in critical thinking, reflective practice, and strategic planning, helping you to lead services that meet the needs of individuals while complying with CQC regulations and ethical standards.

Successful completion of this diploma enhances your professional standing and opens up progression opportunities, such as moving into senior management roles or pursuing further qualifications in health and social care leadership.

Entry requirements

Learners must be working in a managerial or supervisory role within adult care. A current enhanced DBS check is required. Applicants should have a good standard of English and Maths typically Level 2 or equivalent. Basic computer skills are necessary to complete online elements of the course. Prior completion of a Level 3 care qualification or relevant sector experience is preferred.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your understanding of leadership and management responsibilities in adult care settings.
  • You'll learn how to lead teams effectively and support staff development.
  • You'll study safeguarding adults legislation, policy, and practice.
  • You'll explore how to manage quality and compliance within regulated care services.
  • You'll build knowledge of person-centred approaches and how to embed them across a service.
  • You'll learn how to manage resources, budgets, and operational performance.
  • You'll understand your responsibilities as a duty of candour and fit-person requirement holder.

How you will learn

You'll study online at your own pace through JAG Training's platform. Assessment is through written assignments and work-based evidence that you gather in your current role. You'll demonstrate competence by applying your learning directly to your workplace practice. A portfolio of evidence supports your assessment throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

JAG Training will confirm everything you need before you start. You'll need access to a computer or device with an internet connection to complete the online elements. A current enhanced DBS check is required before enrolment.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Registered Manager: lead and manage a regulated adult care service
  • Care Manager: oversee day-to-day operations in residential or domiciliary care
  • Deputy Manager: support the registered manager and step up when needed
  • Service Manager: manage multiple care services or a larger team
  • Quality and Compliance Manager: ensure services meet CQC standards
  • Domiciliary Care Manager: manage home care services and field staff

What you could study next

  • Level 7 Award in Strategic Leadership: for those moving into executive or director-level roles in health and social care.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: if you want to move into training, coaching, or staff development within the sector.
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership: a broader management qualification recognised across industries.
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