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Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care

Qualification Overview

The Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF) is aimed at learners working in a variety of senior adult care roles within, but not limited to, residential care, domiciliary care, or day centres. Those working towards achieving a Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care will have, and develop further, specialist skills and knowledge in their area of responsibility which enables them to lead in areas such as assessment or enablement. Learners will have responsibility for assessing performance and quality of care delivery. Their team members will look to them for inspiration, and they will provide coaching and mentoring to their colleagues. Learners could work in a variety of settings in adult social care, including, but not limited to, residential care, domiciliary care, or day centres. The qualification would also be suitable for Lead Personal Assistants who work as part of a Personal Assistant team at a senior level.

Qualification Structure

In order to successfully achieve the Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF), learners must complete at least 70 credits made up of 36 mandatory units and 34 credits from the optional units.

Learner Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification. The Centre does not currently set any other entry requirements.

Progression Routes

Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:

– Level 5 Diploma in Leadership in Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s services

Age Ranges

This qualification is accredited for learners who are a minimum of 16 years old.

Geographical Coverage

This qualification is available in England.

Qualification Specification

Leadership and Management