Recognised qualifications for work roles in Adult Care in England
Ofqual-recognised qualifications which are recognised by CQC (Care Quality Commission) and Skills For Care for work roles in Adult Care settings in England, include:
1) Highfield Level 2 Certificate in Preparing Adults to Work in Adult Social Care (RQF) is a knowledge-based qualification for those aspiring to work in care jobs and those new to care
2) Highfield Level 2 Diploma in Care (RQF) is a competence-based qualification for those working in care jobs as Care Assistants, Support Workers, etc
3) Highfield Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to work in Adult Social Care (RQF) is a knowledge-based qualification for career changers from a related regulated sector in England, such as child care, teachers, etc
4) Highfield Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF) (England) is a competence-based qualification for experienced care staff working as Senior Care Assistants, Senior Personal Assistants, Lead Adult Care Workers, etc
5) Highfield Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF) is a competence-based qualification for more senior care staff working as Specialist practitioners, Senior Personal Assistants
6) Highfield Level 4 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF) is a knowledge-based qualification for experienced care staff aspiring to work as Care managers, Deputy Managers, and Assistant Managers
7) Highfield Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF) (England) is a competence-based qualification for CQC Registered Managers, and other senior managers, directors, etc
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