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Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
The Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care, RQF, is a nationally recognised qualification a regulated qualification that meets the requirements set by Skills for Care to develop and confirm competence in adult care
Delivered by Centra Training, demonstrating the knowledge, skills and competence to work in a lead role in adult care. This includes leading communication, inclusive practice and health and safety, facilitating person-centred assessment and support planning, working in partnership with others, and applying an understanding of personalisation, safeguarding and professional practice.
They have shown the knowledge, skills and sensitivity needed to work in a lead role, supporting people to achieve positive outcomes and wellbeing. The qualification supports the Lead Adult Care Worker apprenticeship standard and prepares holders for roles such as lead adult care worker and lead personal assistant.
To achieve this credential, learners must:
- Complete all mandatory units: achieve all mandatory units, covering communication, records and reports, personal development, inclusive practice, health and safety, person-centred assessment, support planning, professional practice, partnership working, personalisation, and safeguarding and protection.
- Complete optional units: achieve the required optional units, chosen to reflect their job role, as set out in the qualification specification.
- Show competence in the workplace: be observed in their adult care setting by a qualified assessor, demonstrating competence against the qualification standards.
- Produce a portfolio of evidence: submit a portfolio showing they meet all assessment criteria. Evidence may include reflective accounts, professional discussions, witness testimonies, work products and records, and question-and-answer assessments.
- Take part in one-to-one support: attend regular reviews with their assessor to track progress, receive feedback and plan next steps.
- Meet quality assurance requirements: have their portfolio assessed and internally quality assured in line with Highfield requirements.
This qualification is assessed through a combination of professional discussions and written assignments, ensuring learners can apply their knowledge effectively in real-world care environments.