Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Care Practitioner (RQF)
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- Original price was: £1,549.00.£929.00Current price is: £929.00.
- 1 year
- Awarded by 'Focus Awards'
- 260Guided Learning Hours
- 430 Hours Total Qualification Time
- Qualification Number: 603/4137/3
- 43 Credits
- Self-study Online
- Occupational Qualification
Course Overview
Rewarding Career with Advanced Care Practitioner Certificate
Ready to take the next step in your career? The Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Care Practitioner is suitable for experienced individuals in adult health and social care and prepared to take on more responsibility and move into a supervisory or managerial role. This qualification is regulated by Ofqual and delivered online, allowing you to study flexibly while advancing your care skills.
This level 4 practitioner qualification focuses on preparing you for future leadership roles by showcasing how to conduct staff recruitment and selection, build and manage a team, and support day-to-day operational tasks. You will gain a complete understanding of how to manage and share information securely and promote personal and professional development within a care team.
This advanced care practitioner qualification fully examines the theoretical and practical areas of care. You will acquire the skills to support your manager in daily tasks and basic administrative duties. This is a solid foundation for stepping into senior roles, helping you gain hands-on experience, while preparing for future leadership responsibilities.
This course opens the door to rewarding roles such as lead practitioner, care worker, or senior care worker in various adult health and social care environments. It also offers a direct route to the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services. This provides a strong foundation to pursue a bachelor’s degree in health and social care.
You need to be aged 18 years and over to enrol. This advanced care practitioner course provides comprehensive study materials and offers practical experience to ensure you acquire the relevant skills to demonstrate your readiness to take on a senior role in a care setting.
We provide highly experienced tutors to guide and support your learning journey. You will receive the necessary assistance to complete this qualification successfully and make a meaningful contribution to the lives of those you support.
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Expertly Crafted E-Learning Content
Our experts design and develop industry-standard e-learning materials.
Dedicated Personal Tutor
A personal tutor and key account manager will support your learning journey.
Flexible Learning
Flexibility is key. You can pace your learning around your schedule.
12 Months Access
We provide 12 months of access to our learning portal.
Boost Your Skills and Employability
Become an advanced care practitioner in the UK and beyond.
Friendly Customer Support
If you have any questions, contact our professional support team.
Instructor-led Virtual Discussions
Our instructor-led virtual group discussions will benefit you.
Interest-free instalment plan
Enjoy interest-free instalment payment plans.
What Will I Learn?
Be able to lead and assess person-centred care interventions.
Learn to implement safeguarding and health and safety measures.
Learn to manage proper documentation and other administrative duties.
Evaluate personal performance and contribute to improvement in care delivery.
Key Features
High quality e-learning study materials.
Tutorials/materials from the industry leading experts.
24/7 Access to the Learning Portal.
Benefit of applying TOTUM Discount Card.
Recognised Accredited Qualification.
Excellent customer service and administrative support.
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Support
Once you enrol with us, we offer complete learner support. We want to see you succeed. You will have access to a personal tutor who is a qualified expert with relevant experience.
Your tutor will assess your work, give you the required feedback, and help you improve throughout the course.
Our professional support team is available to answer any of your questions. You can contact us at any time; we are only a click away.
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| Learning Outcomes |
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| Who is this Course For? | The advanced care practitioner course is suitable for those who wish to take on lead practitioner role. Â
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| Certification | Once you complete this course, you will be awarded the Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Care Practitioner by Focus Awards and regulated by Ofqual. |
| Career Progression | Gain Expertise as a Lead Practitioner
Completing the Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Care Practitioner equips you to take on advanced roles within a care environment. This qualification gives you practical skills and specialist knowledge to deliver person-centred care and be a competitive candidate in the adult health and social care sector. Here are some care positions you can pursue, with the average salary scale. (Source: UK Glassdoor)Â
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| Entry Requirements |
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| Average Completion Timeframe | The Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Care Practitioner requires 260 GLH. You can complete this course in just a few months or take up to a year; it’s flexible to suit your schedule. Most learners finish within 6 months, but if you have more time to study or relevant experience, you may complete it sooner. We offer full support for up to 12 months, so you can work at a pace that’s right for you. |
| Method of Assessment | To earn this care practitioner certification, you must submit written assignments and undergo direct observation. Importantly, this course does not have an exam. This is how you will be assessed for the duration of the course.Â
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| Academic Progression | Upon completing this Level 4 Diploma, you can progress to the following. Â
A possible next step of Academic Progression Pathway:
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| Regulated by | OFQUALÂ
The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is a non-ministerial government department that regulates qualifications, exams, and assessments in England. Ofqual ensures that all qualifications offered by recognised awarding organisations meet national standards, so you can trust that any Ofqual-regulated certificate is high quality and widely recognised by employers and universities. RQF The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is a system used in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales to categorise and regulate qualifications by level and size. The RQF consists of 9 levels, starting from entry level to level 8. Its’ purpose is to make it easier for learners and employers to understand what each qualification level means.  |
South London College
Best Step in Your Education with South London College
South London College is an established online provider in the United Kingdom. We are dedicated to providing our students with a transformational educational experience. As a highly regarded platform, we ensure our learners receive life-changing opportunities to achieve their personal and professional goals. Here’s a great chance to achieve the Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Care Practitioner, with us.
Awarding Organisation
Focus Awards
Focus Awards is an awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), CCEA Regulation in Northern Ireland, and Qualifications Wales. Based in the United Kingdom, they specialises in developing and awarding a wide range of nationally recognised qualifications. Focus Awards was established in 2011, with a mission to deliver high-quality and accessible qualifications.
Verify this OrganisationCourse Curriculum
Unit 01Â
Successful Business Team DevelopmentÂ
- Understand the characteristics of successful business teams
- Understand how to develop successful business teams
Unit 02Â
Understand how to manage a team
- Understand the attributes of effective team performance
- Know how to support team development
- Know how to promote shared purpose within a team
- Know how to promote a ‘no-blame culture’ within a team
- Understand different styles of leadership and management
Unit 03Â
Manage conflict within a team
- Understand the principles of conflict management
- Be able to reduce the potential for conflict within a team
- Be able to deal with conflict within a team
Unit 04Â
Managing personal and professional development
- Understand the factors which influence the need for personal and professional development.
- Understand how to plan for personal and professional development.
Unit 05Â
Staff Recruitment and Selection
- Understand the impact of legislation on the recruitment and selection process
- Understand how to recruit personnel to meet an identified gap in staff resources
- Understand how to conduct a selection process
Unit 06Â
Managing Information and Knowledge
- Understand the need to manage information and knowledge within organisations
- Understand the role of ICT in managing information and knowledge
- Understand the links between knowledge management strategy and competitive advantage
Unit 07Â
Promote innovation and change in adult care
- Understand the culture of an organisation
- Understand theories of change management
- Be able to support innovation and change
Unit 08Â
Business Administration Systems
- Understand administrative systemsÂ
- Understand how systems thinking affects the administrative performance of organisations
- Understand the role of policies and procedures in meeting customer requirements
Unit 09Â
Employee rights and responsibilities
- Understand the role of organisations and industries
- Understand employers’ expectations and employees’ rights and obligations
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FAQ's
This is a nationally recognised qualification that prepares you to work as a senior or lead practitioner in an adult health and social care setting.
This is suitable for experienced care workers who want to take on more responsibility in an adult care environment.
South London College offers a high-quality, supportive learning environment with experienced tutors, and industry-recognised qualifications. We also offer full flexibility to complete your course according to your schedule.
Yes, South London College provides excellent customer service, offering ongoing support to students throughout their educational journey.
 Yes, you can pursue a Level 5 qualification or a bachelor’s degree as stated in academic progression.
It is recommended that you have experience working in an adult care setting.
This qualification can lead to supervisory or managerial roles in various adult health and social care settings.
Yes, this course is available online, allowing you the flexibility to study at your own pace and convenience.
You will be assessed on written assignments and direct observation. For more information on the assessment process, contact our support team.
Yes, the Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Care Practitioner is widely recognised by employers and professional bodies.
Yes, you can work while studying for the Level 4 qualification.
Yes, you will be assigned a tutor to assist during your learning at SLC.
Yes, the Level 4 Diploma is regulated by Ofqual, the UK’s official qualifications regulator, meaning it meets national education standards.
You will learn to lead care teams, develop care plans, support colleagues, manage information, and understand business administration systems.
It’s a pass/fail qualification. You must meet the assessment criteria for each unit to achieve the qualification.
Yes, South London College offers its learners an instalment plan. For further information, you can contact our support team.
Yes, this Level 4 qualification will put you in a senior position with more responsibilities. This is often reflected in the salary.
Visit the South London College official website and register for the Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Care Practitioner. You will receive your login information to access the online learning portal.
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare care workers who are taking on more responsibilities and preparing for management roles in the future.
Learners over the age of 16 are eligible to register for this course.
Effective training
This is highly recommended for those who want to take on more responsibilities in the adult care sector.
Tutor was supportive
I received good support from my tutor who was helpful through the assessment process.
Great course
As someone in the care sector looking to progress, this course came to me at the right time. It was exactly what I hoped it would be.