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Lead Practitioner in Adult Care Level 5

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01/08/2000
Format
31/07/2099
Format
Level 5
Part-Time
APS50537 (RORO)
Nelson and Colne College / Accrington and Rossendale College
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Course Information

Course Information
The Level 5 Leader in Adult Care Apprenticeship is designed for those aspiring to take on senior leadership and management roles within the health and social care sector. As a Leader in Adult Care, you will not only ensure high-quality, person-centred care is delivered but also provide strategic direction, supervision, and accountability for teams and services.

This apprenticeship equips you to lead with confidence, making decisions that shape care delivery, support staff development, and improve outcomes for adults with diverse needs. You will develop advanced knowledge in safeguarding, governance, and quality assurance, while also building the leadership skills to inspire and motivate teams.

By completion, you will be prepared to take on significant responsibility for care provision, working across residential, domiciliary, or community services. This programme provides a professional pathway into roles such as Registered Manager, Service Manager, or Operations Lead within adult care.
Teaching and learning based on the Standards and compulsory diploma – this will include mandatory and optional units that are personalised to the learner and the workplace. Leadership and Management in Care – inspiring and guiding teams to deliver high-quality care.

Governance and Accountability – ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and frameworks.

Safeguarding Adults – maintaining safety and protection across services.

Health and Wellbeing – promoting positive outcomes for service users.

Quality Assurance and Improvement – monitoring standards and driving continuous improvement.

Strategic Decision-Making – planning and managing resources effectively.

Professional Development – supporting, mentoring, and developing staff teams.

Partnership Working – building strong relationships with families, communities, and external agencies.
The apprenticeship is delivered through a blend of workplace learning and structured off-the-job training at college. In your role, you will gain practical experience leading teams, managing care provision, and ensuring services meet professional and regulatory standards. At college, you will take part in workshops, seminars, and tutorials focused on leadership, governance, and quality improvement in adult care.

Training is supported by access to our dedicated Health and Social Care training suite and modern campus facilities. Regular mentoring, workplace visits, and progress reviews with industry-expert Assessors ensure you are fully supported as you develop the advanced skills required for senior leadership roles.
Minimum GCSE grade 3 or equivalent in English and maths. If you do not hold a GCSE grade 4 or above, you will need to study and achieve level 2 functional skills in English and maths. You will complete an initial assessment in English and maths to identify your eligibility for the course.
Ongoing assessments may include:

Workplace observations

Written assignments

Portfolio completion

Regular progress reviews with your employer and Trainer Assessor

The apprenticeship standard will be achieved via an externally assessed End Point Assessment (EPA), which may include:

Knowledge test

Practical observation

Professional discussion

Project presentation

Interview
We are an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ College, nationally recognised for the quality of our teaching and training.

Our apprentices consistently say they love being learners here and feel supported throughout their programme, which enables them to thrive and succeed.

You will be taught and guided by assessors who are experts in their fields, bringing extensive sector knowledge and experience.

Our assessors create positive, encouraging learning environments, helping you to build confidence as well as professional competence.

Strong partnerships with employers ensure the programme remains highly relevant to the needs of the adult care sector.
Completing the Level 5 Leader in Adult Care Apprenticeship prepares you for senior leadership and management roles across the adult care sector. Typical positions include Registered Manager, Service Manager, Care Home Manager, or Operations Lead, where you will take responsibility for service delivery, staff management, and regulatory compliance.

With further experience, you could progress into strategic roles such as Regional Manager, Quality Assurance Lead, or Director of Care Services, shaping policy and practice across organisations. Many apprentices also use this qualification as a pathway into higher-level study, including leadership or health and social care degrees, to broaden career opportunities.
As a Level 5 apprentice, you will benefit from access to our dedicated Health and Social Care training suite, designed to replicate real-world environments where leadership decisions impact frontline care. This provides a safe, supportive space to develop advanced skills before applying them directly in the workplace.

You will also study at our modern campus, which features interactive classrooms, seminar spaces, and collaborative learning environments. In addition, the Learning Resource Centre offers a wide range of management, leadership, and care-specific texts, journals, and online databases to support your professional and academic development throughout the programme.https://mobile.mis.nelsongroup.ac.uk/Page/U_CourseCheckingInformation?Course_Code=APS50537&UIO_ID=0&ExtraS=NA&ExtraD=0#
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