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Level 5Higher · HND/Foundation Degree

Leader in adult care

Leading the care service and managing teams of carers to look after adults with care needs.

Typical duration

1y 6m

Training funded

up to £7,000

Route

Care services

Standard ref

ST0008

Role overview

A leader in adult care holds a senior management role with strategic responsibility for the quality, safety, and development of adult care services. At level 5, apprentices develop the leadership, business, and regulatory skills needed to run outstanding care services and drive continuous improvement. This apprenticeship is designed for aspiring registered managers, service managers, or heads of care.

Careers this apprenticeship leads to

Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.

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Related university routes

If you'd prefer the degree route instead of an apprenticeship, these UK courses cover similar ground.

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Bangor University

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