Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Adult Care

This online leadership course bundle is designed to help care leaders manage their teams, tackle challenges, and handle their responsibilities with confidence. courses are regularly updated and cover topics from team building and communication to strategic planning and compliance.

Available via the NHS Learning Hub, these resources include career assessments, e-learning, interview simulators, and other tools to support individual development and progression.

The NHS Leadership Academy have partnered with Pearson TQ to deliver the Edward Jenner, Mary Seacole and Rosalind Franklin leadership programmes, with a new initiative where learners can gain a nationally recognised accredited CMI qualification as part of their studies. 

As an Adult Care Leader, you are essential to the smooth running of your care environment. This qualification is for those of you who are currently in a deputy role and are looking to move into higher management, or for a Registered Manager who is looking to gain a relevant qualification.

Working through this course will help you to explore what makes a good leader, recognise common leadership challenges, and identify the skills you need to develop if you want to enhance your own leadership experience.

This funded qualification is ideal for UK managers and senior practitioners that work in adult care.Learn how manage staff, business development, financial control, organisational resilience and more.

This qualification was specifically developed for those managing an adult social care service, including the role of registered manager.

Information on the qualification

The Leader in Adult Care will guide and inspire teams to make positive differences in someone’s life when faced with physical, practical, social, emotional, psychological or intellectual challenges. They will be a leader of the care team and will develop and implement a value-based culture at a service or unit level. They may be responsible for business development, financial control, organisational resilience and continuity, as well as managing risk and leading an organisational change.

This qualification is for middle managers with responsibility for substantial programmes and resources. Learn about contributing to the development of a strategic plan, designing business processes, managing strategic change, and effective leadership and management.

This comprehensive guide offers an in-depth look at the roles and responsibilities of nominated individuals, complete with practical advice and expert tips for excelling in the position. Originally created in 2023 by Coleman Training & Consultancy, the handbook has been reviewed and updated for 2024 to provide the most current insights and guidance.

RM12 is a practical, year-long programme designed for registered managers, deputies, and aspiring leaders in adult social care. With just three hours each month, this supportive and structured course gives you space to reflect, grow, and lead with confidence. Each monthly session explores a key leadership theme, from supervision & goal setting to effective communication & conflict resolution, all grounded in your real-world experience.

What you’ll gain:

• Practical leadership tools you can apply straight away
• Greater self-awareness and resilience
• A supportive peer network of fellow managers
• Insight into real-life leadership challenges and solutions
• Lasting skills to reduce staff turnover and improve team culture

Session delivery:

• One session per month: Each interactive session takes place online from 09:30am – 12:30pm
• Small cohort: Maximum of 20 participants per programme to support meaningful discussion and connection
• Ongoing reflection: After each session, you’ll apply what you’ve learned in your workplace and share reflections with the group.

Skills for Care host a range of networks designed to support leaders and managers across adult social care. These groups offer space to connect with peers, share challenges, and hear updates from local partners and system leaders.

A self-guided workbook to help individuals reflect on their strengths and motivations.

Free, flexible Skills Bootcamps are now available for anyone who lives or works in West Sussex and is looking to step into a leadership role within social care.

Each bootcamp runs for 4–6 weeks and includes nine tailored modules designed to strengthen leadership knowledge, communication, and management confidence. Training is delivered through online or in-person sessions, with assessments at the end of each module.