SELF-FUNDING LEARNERS & EMPLOYERS

Adult Care Qualifications (RQF)

Highfield qualifications for care workers, experienced practitioners and managers. Find the level that fits your role.

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Choose your qualification

Our Adult Care qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and approved by Skills for Care. Your current responsibilities and access to workplace evidence help determine the right level.

Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate (RQF)

Care workers developing essential adult social care knowledge and practical competence.

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Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF)

Care workers with responsibility for their own practice and opportunities to demonstrate competent adult care.

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Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF)

Experienced practitioners with greater autonomy and relevant advanced practice or supervisory responsibilities.

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Level 5 Diploma in Leading and Managing an Adult Care Service (RQF)

Managers, deputy managers and assistant managers leading teams and managing an adult care service.

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Personal support. Practical assessment.

Learning around your work

Your assessor introduces your e-portfolio, agrees a learning plan and provides guidance and feedback throughout your qualification.

Evidence from your role

Demonstrate knowledge and competence through planned observations, discussions and appropriate workplace evidence.

Available to self-funding learners and employers. We explain suitability, fees, support and expected duration before enrolment. Eligible employers can also explore potential LDSS support.

Find the right level for you

Tell us about your care role and the responsibilities you already have. We’ll help you choose a suitable route.

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