Course Overview
This Level 5 apprenticeship is for those ready to take on leadership and management responsibilities within adult care settings. You may work in residential homes, domiciliary care, community services or clinical environments, with responsibility for leading teams and ensuring high standards of care.
You’ll develop the knowledge and confidence to manage services that are safe, effective, caring and well-led. The programme focuses on regulatory compliance, staff development, safeguarding, quality assurance and person-centred practice. By the end of the apprenticeship, you will be equipped to lead with professionalism, integrity and compassion while driving continuous improvement in care delivery.
Entry Requirements:
Maths and English at 4(C) or above
Course Highlights
Course Units
You could develop knowledge and skills in:
Leadership and management in adult care services
Safeguarding, protection and risk management
Regulatory frameworks and quality assurance
Person-centred care planning and service delivery
Managing and developing staff performance
Communication and partnership working
Financial and operational management in care settings
Learning is applied directly within your workplace to support service improvement and leadership growth.
Course Breakdown
Course Structure
You will attend college one day per week to develop leadership knowledge and professional practice. The remaining four days will be spent in your workplace, applying learning within your care setting.
Progression & Next Steps
On completion, apprentices can progress into manager, leadership or strategic roles within adult care services, or move into wider health and social care management positions. You could also opt for further study.