NCFE CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leading and Managing an Adult Care Service
Ref:
610/7215/1
Sector:
Health, Public Services and Care, Health and Social Care
Features:
Preparation for employment
Registration & certification fee:
£192.50
Level:
Level 5
Minimum entry age:
19
GLH:
805
TQT:
950
Credit value:
95
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About this qualification
This qualification is designed to support the development of registered managers of adult social care services.
The qualification provides learners with the knowledge and skills needed to work in adult social care and to have responsibility for leading and managing a service. This will include managing and improving care and support for individuals accessing the service, supporting and developing the workforce, and driving the vision for their service or organisation.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is most suitable for those working in a managerial role in adult care settings who are looking to progress their career. It is also appropriate for managers who have not yet achieved a vocational qualification at level 5.
What are the entry requirements?
There are no specific prior skills/knowledge a learner must have for this qualification. However, learners will need to be at least 19 years of age and may find it helpful if they have already achieved a level 3 qualification.
How is this qualification structured?
To be awarded this qualification, learners are required to successfully achieve a minimum of 95 credits: 80 credits from the mandatory units and a minimum of 15 credits from the optional units.
How is it assessed?
This qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured.
How long will it take to complete this qualification?
The qualification can usually be completed within 18 to 24 months.
Is employment or completion of work/industry placement required for this qualification?
Learners will need to be working in a managerial role in an appropriate setting to be able to study for the Level 5 Diploma in Leading and Managing an Adult Care Service as they will need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
Learners can progress to a degree in a related discipline.
Career opportunities
On completion, learners can progress to a wide range of job roles. The following list is not all-inclusive but gives an idea of the opportunities available in adult care settings:
- manager
- deputy manager
- assistant manager
- care broker
- case manager
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.
Useful links
Skills for Care assessment principles
Mandatory policies and fees | NCFE
Support materials
Qualification Specification (PDF | 1660 KB)
Qualification Specification (Word) (DOCX | 919 KB)
Qualification Factsheet (PDF | 277 KB)
Support Handbook (PDF | 371 KB)
Unit breakdown
Leadership and Management in Adult Care (Y/652/0110)
Governance and Regulatory Processes in Adult Care (H/652/0114)
Decision Making in Adult Care (K/652/0116)
Business and Resource Management in Adult Care (R/652/0119)
Team Leadership in Adult Care (D/652/0121)
Team Learning and Development in Adult Care (J/652/0124)
Supervising Others in Adult Care (L/652/0126)
Safeguarding in Adult Care (R/652/0128)
Mental Capacity in Adult Care (D/652/0130)
Partnerships in Adult Care (H/652/0132)
Comments and Complaints in Adult Care (L/652/0135)
Leading the Vision in Adult Care (R/652/0137)
Continuous Improvement in Adult Care (Y/652/0139)
Effective Communication in Adult Care (H/652/0141)
Handling Information in Adult Care (K/652/0143)
Lead Person-Centred Practice in Adult Care (R/652/0146)
Health and Wellbeing in Adult Care (Y/652/0148)
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights in Adult Care (K/652/0152)
Health and Safety (L/652/0153)
Continuous Development in Adult Care (A/652/0149)
Personal Wellbeing in Adult Care (T/652/0147)
Advocacy in Adult Care (J/652/0142)
Assistive Technology in Adult Care (T/652/0138)
Digital Skills in Adult Care (K/652/0134)
Group Living in Adult Care (F/652/0131)
Healthcare and Clinical Skills in Adult Care (K/652/0125)
Understanding Mental Capacity in Adult Care (H/652/0123)
Specialist Areas of Care (A/652/0120)
Sexuality and Sexual Health in Adult Care (M/652/0118)
Transitions in Adult Care (L/652/0117)
Leading Trauma Informed Practice (J/652/0115)
Supporting Neurodiversity in Adult Care (F/652/0113)
Business Development for Adult Care (D/652/0112)
Coaching and Mentoring in Adult Care (A/652/0111)
Induction in Adult Care (M/652/0109)
Manage Finance and Budgets in Adult Care (L/652/0108)
Recruitment, Selection and Retention in Adult Care (D/652/0159)
Research in Adult Care (K/652/0107)