Diploma courses for learners
Gain a recognised Adult Care qualification with a diploma
Our Adult Care diplomas help you gain a recognised qualification while continuing to work in your role.
What we offer
Adult Care Diplomas
Our diplomas are delivered across England through flexible, one-to-one workplace support.
Diploma
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
Gain your Level 3 Adult Care qualification while you work.
Build the skills you need to provide high-quality care and take on some supervisory duties in your role.
Level
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
Qualification
City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
(Nationally recognised)
Duration
10 months
Diploma
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
Step up your skills and lead with confidence.
Build advanced skills in care, develop your team, and take on a leadership role.
Level
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
Qualification
City and Guilds Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
(Nationally recognised)
Duration
10 months
Diploma
Level 5 Diploma in Leading and Managing an Adult Care Service
Lead your team. Shape your service. Learn to lead teams, manage services, and make a positive difference in your workplace.
Level
Level 5 Diploma in Leading and Managing an Adult Care Service
Qualification
City and Guilds Level 5 Diploma in Leading and Managing an Adult Care Service
(Nationally recognised)
Duration
16 months
What to expect from your diploma
01.
Flexible learning
Study around your work schedule with structured units, clear milestones, and one-to-one support.
02.
Expert tutor guidance
Receive personalised support and constructive feedback from a dedicated, experienced adult care tutor.
03.
Practical skills development
Apply your learning directly in your workplace supported by observation-based assessments.
04.
Accredited qualifications
Achieve nationally recognised qualifications that support career progression within adult care.
Download our diploma guide
Learn more about our diploma qualifications, including who it’s for, what you’ll learn, how it’s delivered, and where it could take your career.
Diploma eligibility
You may be eligible for a diploma if you:
- Are aged 19 or over
- Work within an adult care setting
- Have indefinite leave to remain in the UK
- Want to gain a professional qualification while working
Adult Care diplomas are funded through a government Advanced Learner Loan, provided by the Student Loans Company.
Why choose an Advanced Learner Loan?
An Advanced Learner Loan helps cover the cost of your diploma, so you can study now and repay your loan later.
- No upfront course fees
- Repayments only start once you earn over £25,000 per year (the current repayment threshold).
- Monthly repayments based on income
- Work-based learning
- Flexible one-to-one delivery
- Access to student discounts
This makes gaining a professional qualification more accessible while continuing to work.
Interested in an apprenticeship instead?
Apprenticeships are funded through your employer.Speak to your line manager about training opportunities, and our team can support your employer with enrolment.
Care Worker, Judy
Empowering Judy to help people to live at home and stay independent.
Care home director, Peter
Within 5 years, Peter progressed from Level 2 all the way to Level 5 with t2 group.
Senior Carer, Nathan
Nathan is proud that he can make a difference to people’s lives.
Speak to our experts
Learn more about our diploma qualifications, including who it’s for, what you’ll learn, how it’s delivered, and where it could take your career.
