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Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
This qualification will enable learners to demonstrate and develop the skill and knowledge required within a role that is inclusive of autonomy and delegated responsibility or where there may be a need for supervision of others.
The main tasks and responsibilities of the role should include dignity and human rights, communication, safeguarding, health and wellbeing, and professional development.
Course Highlights
Start Date:
Enrolment anytime
Course Length:
12-16 Months
Pricing
Easy Payment Plans, Government Funded Loans & LDSS Funding
Location:
Blended Workplace, Remote Flexible Tutor/Assessor Support
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What's Provided During The Course?
Access skills provide you with lots of specialist resources to help you progress through the programme:
Learning activities are aligned to the practical workplace requirements of your position.
A workplace observation assessment – This assessment method enables you to demonstrate practical competence within your actual work environment
Relevant resources are provided through discounted access to Quality Compliance Systems, including operational policies and toolkits
Remote one-to-one tutor support is available to help you stay on track.
Learning is supported through a programme of live and recorded webinars and workshops.
Weekday access to tutors and assessors ensuring ongoing learning support.
Support and learning resources are shared through our active social media channels.
The learning portal provides access to materials and allows you to monitor progress.
What career and progression opportunities are available to learners after completion?
The qualification can be used to support team leaders or senior carers in a supervisory position.
After completion, the next step of progression is the Level 5 Diploma in Adult Social Care or the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England).
Diploma FAQs
Our Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care takes 12-15 months to complete.
The Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care is specifically designed for care coordinators and senior carers who work in Adult Care. For example, it is ideal for those in supervisory positions in nursing homes, day centres, and some clinical healthcare settings.
A Higher National Certificate (HNC) or the first year of a three-year bachelor’s degree programme.
There are 19 units.
- Course task activities based on specific workplace requirements of your job.
- Relevant resources including learner access to Quality Compliance Systems at a discounted rate which provides extensive operational policies, procedures, and tool kits to help you provide evidence of your understanding and knowledge and complete the workplace task activities.
- One-to-one tutorial support provided remotely to you via webinars and workshops, both live and recorded.
- Workplace observation assessment- this allows you to demonstrate your competency in performing workplace tasks and responsibilities.
- Access to tutors and assessors remotely Monday to Friday during office hours
- Access to a learning portal to view all your activities, resources and monitors your progression.
Yes, there is funding available through an Advanced Learner Loan. The course fee can also be paid using our easy payment plan, get in touch with our Skills Advisors to find out more.
Loan requirements:
- British Passport/ Birth certificate (online)
- EU settlement (Post)
- Outside EU (1/2 lifetime in UK) (Post)
- Job description (with header and logo of company/ responsibilities)
- Not above 3 loans
- Above 19 years old
Learners
Above National Average
Employers Recommend
Increased Skills & Knowledge
Registered Managers Enrolled
More than 12,000 learners in the UK rely on us for Matrix accredited care training. With a 4.8/5 satisfaction score, we’re proud of our tutor support and flexibility. Share your experience
“I had been hesitant to invest in further training, but when I saw Access Skills’ discount, I decided to take the leap and it was the best decision I’ve ever made. From start to finish, the Level 4 Diploma challenged me in all the right ways. Enrolling in this diploma was a turning point in my career.”
“Starting out in adult care, I often felt unsure about how to handle challenging situations or support residents effectively. The Level 4 Diploma gave me practical tools and guidance I could apply immediately. It helped me build confidence, value and competence.”
“I wasn’t sure if I could progress in my career. This diploma challenged me to reflect on my approach, strengthen my skills, and communicate more effectively. Completing the Level 4 Diploma has opened more opportunities for senior roles and given me confidence in my professional abilities.”
“I had lots of care experience but lacked formal qualifications. This Diploma gave me structured learning that was still very flexible. It taught me how to handle challenging situations, understand policies, and provide higher-quality care in my role, something I couldn’t have achieved without this course”
These are just a few of our learners’ journeys we’ve been a part of.
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