• Access Duration: 12 Months
• Awarded by: NCFE CACHE
• Qualification Level: 5 
• Guided Learning Hours: 790
• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 950
• Qualification Number: 610/0673/7
• Credits: 95

• Demonstrate effective communication strategies and information management practices to foster a collaborative adult care environment.
• Assess and improve leadership and team management skills to ensure quality resource management and compliance with regulatory processes.
• Apply principles of equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights to promote person-centred and outcomes-based practices in adult care settings.
• Implement continuous improvement methods and professional development plans to enhance supervision, performance, and overall care quality.
• Develop risk management plans and safeguarding strategies to ensure health, safety, and well-being in adult care environments.
• Critically evaluate governance frameworks and market provision to support innovation, change, and integrated care approaches in adult care.

• Learners should be at least 19 years of age.
• Level 2 functional skills in Maths and English or GCSE is required.
• It is recommended you hold a Level 3 or 4 qualification or above in a related area.
• Learners will need to be working in the role of a deputy manager or manager in an appropriate setting or have the opportunity to carry out responsibilities associated with these roles.

• This qualification is most suitable for those working in managerial roles in adult care settings and looking to progress their career. It is also ideal for managers who have not yet achieved a vocational qualification at Level 5.

• Written Assignments: You will be required to complete written assignments, which will be evaluated by a qualified assessor. Through these assignments you will demonstrate your understanding and ability to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios. Assessment of these assignments is conducted internally. You will receive detailed, constructive feedback and guidance from your personal tutor to help you improve and succeed.
• Workplace Assessments: Certain units require assessments within your workplace. This practical evaluation ensures that you can implement theoretical concepts into your daily professional practice effectively.
• Credit Requirements: To achieve the qualification, you must accumulate a total of 95 credits.
• Direct Observation: You will be required to undergo direct observation in a suitable environment to demonstrate your practical skills. This hands-on assessment validates your competence and ability to perform essential tasks and responsibilities.
• Assessor Support: You will have support from assessors available via telephone, WhatsApp, online discussion forums, email, and web chats, ensuring that you have access to help whenever you need it.

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• Upon successful completion of the course, individuals will be awarded the Ofqual-regulated Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care by NCFE CACHE.

• This course can be completed through two flexible study options to suit your lifestyle:
  • Standard Course Plan (9-12 months) – ideal for learners balancing other commitments.
  • Fast Track Option (6 months) – perfect for those who can dedicate intensive study time.
• Most learners complete within their chosen timeframe, though some may finish earlier depending on personal circumstances and available study time. We accommodate your pace with unlimited support for 12 months. This Level 5 Diploma requires approximately 790 guided learning hours.

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This Level 5 Diploma equips you with the leadership acumen, strategic insight, and management capabilities essential for guiding adult care services with compassion and excellence. This qualification empowers you to shape care environments that promote dignity, independence, and well-being, while making a meaningful impact every day.

Potential Academic Progression Pathways

• Step 01: Level 6 Diploma in Management and Leadership.
• Step 02: Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Social Care, Social Work, Nursing, or Management.
• Step 03: Postgraduate Certificates or Diplomas that cover dementia, mental health, and social care policy.

Alternative Pathways

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services.
• Specialised training in mental health, dementia training, and safeguarding.

Upon completing the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, you will be equipped to take on senior roles within the care sector. The qualification enhances your leadership capabilities and prepares you for several positions.

Here are some careers you could pursue, along with typical UK salaries (Source: Glassdoor):

• Care Broker – £28,000
• Case Manager – £28,000
• Registered Care Manager – £35,000
• Assistant Manager (Adult Care) – £35,000
• Domiciliary Care Manager – £40,000
• Clinical Lead (Adult Care Setting) – £40,000
• Deputy Manager (Care Home) – £42,000
• Care Home Manager – £55,000
• Service Manager (Adult Care) – £55,000
• Training & Development Manager (Adult Care) – £50,000

With this award, you can also progress to higher-level CACHE Certificates or Diplomas, taking on more specialised roles or leadership positions and boosting your earning potential over time.

The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating qualifications, exams, and assessments in England. Ofqual ensures that all qualifications offered by recognised awarding organisations meet rigorous national standards, giving you confidence that any Ofqual-regulated certificate is high-quality and widely accepted by employers and universities.

RQF

The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is the system used in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland to standardise qualifications by level and size. Overseen by regulatory bodies such as Ofqual, the RQF ensures qualifications are consistent, transparent, and easily understood by learners, employers, and higher education institutions. All qualifications listed on the RQF are approved and awarded by recognised awarding organisations.