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The Mandatory Training Group is the leading UK provider of online adult social care training courses. Our adult social care e-learning courses are developed by experts who have extensive experience working in various health and social care settings.

All our healthcare and social care training courses, online adult social care programmes and approved health and social care qualifications are available for learners in the UK and internationally. 

Click here to see our full list of health and social care NVQ mapped courses.

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Our content development team is led by Dr Richard Dune, who has over 20 years of experience in health and social care workforce development and governance. Click here to view our full catalogue of accredited courses and training programmes.

Courses, Training & Qualifications - Adult Social Care Courses & Training Providers

Those who are looking for adult social care training courses will also benefit from the following:

• health and social care courses online,
• health and social care qualifications before taking their degree,
• distance health and social care courses for adults,
• health and social care courses available in all UK cities and regions,
• health and social care courses that they can complete from home,
• health and social care qualifications at the following levels:
• health and social care QCF (NVQ) level 1
• health and social care QCF (NVQ) level 2
• health and social care QCF (NVQ) level 3
• government-funded health and social care courses and
• health and social care courses that will lead to university access.

Are you looking to complete adult health and social care training courses that will give you access to university degrees?

Click here to view the online courses that will provide access to health and social care degrees.

Health & Social Care Training Courses

The Mandatory Training Group's health and social care training courses are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK). We also provide online healthcare and social care training courses that are approved by Ofqual, in line with the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

Our adult health and social care eLearning courses are compliant with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) compliance requirements. Organisations that provide adult health and social care services can use high-quality e-learning materials developed by The Mandatory Training Group to meet CQC regulatory frameworks.

Click here to see online social care mandatory training courses for adults in Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Where are adult social care training courses provided?

The Mandatory Training Group provides adult social care courses, health and social care qualifications and e-learning programmes courses in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, including:

London, Greater London (South East of England) | Birmingham, West Midlands | Glasgow, Scotland | Liverpool, Merseyside (North West) | Bristol, South West England | Manchester, Greater Manchester (North West England) | Sheffield, South Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Leeds, West Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Edinburgh, Scotland | Leicester, Leicestershire (East Midlands) | Coventry & Warwickshire (West Midlands) | Bradford, West Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Cardiff, South Glamorgan (Wales) | Belfast, County Antrim/County Down (Northern Ireland) | Dublin (Republic of Ireland) | Nottingham, Nottinghamshire (East Midlands) | Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear (North East England) | Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (West Midlands) | Southampton, Hampshire (South East) | Derby, Derbyshire (East Midlands) | Brighton, East Sussex (South East England) | Portsmouth, Hampshire (South East England) | Plymouth, Devon (South West England) | Northampton, Northamptonshire (East Midlands) | Reading, Berkshire (South East England) | Luton, Bedfordshire (East of England) | Wolverhampton, West Midlands | Bolton, Greater Manchester (North West England) | Aberdeen, Scotland | Bournemouth, Dorset (South West England) | Norwich, Norfolk (East of England) | Swindon, Wiltshire (South West England) | Swansea, West Glamorgan (Wales) | Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire (South East England) | Southend-on-Sea, Essex (East of England) | Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Peterborough, Cambridgeshire (East of England) | Sunderland, Tyne and Wear (North East England) | Warrington, Cheshire (North West England) | Huddersfield, West Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Slough, Berkshire (South East England) | Oxford, Oxfordshire (South East England) | York, North Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Poole, Dorset (South West England) | Ipswich, Suffolk (East of England) | Telford, Shropshire (West Midlands) | Cambridge, Cambridgeshire (East of England) | Dundee, Scotland | Gloucester, Gloucestershire (South West England) | Blackpool, Lancashire (North West England) | Birkenhead, Merseyside (North West England) | Watford, Hertfordshire (East of England) | Sale, Greater Manchester (North West England) | Colchester, Essex (East of England) | Newport, Gwent (Wales) | Solihull, West Midlands | High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire (South East England) | Exeter, Devon (South West England) | Gateshead, Tyne and Wear (North East England) | Blackburn, Lancashire (North West England) | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire (South West England) | Maidstone, Kent (South East England) | Chelmsford, Essex (East of England) | Salford, Greater Manchester (North West England) | Basildon, Essex (East of England) | Doncaster, South Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Basingstoke, Hampshire (South East England) | Worthing, West Sussex (South East England) | Eastbourne, East Sussex (South East England) | Crawley, West Sussex (South East England) | Rochdale, Greater Manchester (North West England) | Rotherham, South Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Stockport, Greater Manchester (North West England) | Gillingham, Kent (South East England) | Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands | Woking, Surrey (South East England) | Wigan, Greater Manchester (North West England) | Lincoln, Lincolnshire (East Midlands) | Oldham, Greater Manchester (North West England) | Wakefield, West Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | St Helens, Merseyside (North West England) | Worcester, Worcestershire (West Midlands) | Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire (East of England) | Bath, Somerset (South West England) | Preston, Lancashire (North West England) | Raleigh, Essex (East of England) | Barnsley, South Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Stevenage, Hertfordshire (East of England) | Hastings, East Sussex (South East England) | Southport, Merseyside (North West England) | Darlington, County Durham (North East England) | Bedford, Bedfordshire (East of England) | Halifax, West Yorkshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Hartlepool, County Durham (North East England) | Chesterfield, Derbyshire (East Midlands) | Nuneaton, Warwickshire (West Midlands) | Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire (Yorkshire Humber) | Weston-super-Mare, Somerset (South West England) | Chester, Cheshire (North West England) | St Albans, Hertfordshire (East of England) | Douglas, Isle of Man | Saint Peter Port, Guernsey | Saint Helier, Jersey | Newport, Isle of Wight | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territory).

Click here to find out more about The Mandatory Training Group’s eLearning courses, including online adult social care training courses and online learning programmes and Ofqual qualifications in the UK.

Which adult social care training courses are available?

The Mandatory Training Group provides the following adult social care training courses:

• Online preparing to work in health and social care level 2 (with questions and answers)
• Online preparing to work in health and social care level 1
• Online health and social care level 3
• Online city and guilds health and social care level 3
• Online level 2 diploma in health and social care
• Online NVQ level 2 health and social care

Adult health and social care questions and answers

Here at The Mandatory Training Group, we get many enquiries from adult health and social care service providers regarding online health and social care courses, health and social care e-learning and NVQ qualifications.

See the answers below to the questions relating to online adult healthcare and social care e-learning programmes for learners in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland. 

We have also provided answers to the questions about adult social care courses for international students and organisations.

What is adult social care?

Adult Social Care is about providing personal and practical support to help people live their lives. It's about supporting individuals to maintain their independence and dignity.

Click here to to see our full range of online adult social care training courses, e-learning programmes and qualifications.

Who provides adult social care course in England?

The Mandatory Training Group provides online adult social care courses for CQC regulated health and social care organisations.

Adult social care is the support provided to adults with physical or learning disabilities, or physical or mental illnesses. This could be for personal care (such as eating, washing, or getting dressed) or for domestic routines (such as cleaning or going to the shops).

Click here to see our full range of online health and social care training courses and e-learning programs.

What qualifications do you need to study health and social care?

The Mandatory Training Group provides many qualifications for social workers. As well as getting 5 GCSEs' at grade C or above, you will be studying for at least 2 A-Levels. Alternatively, you can go straight from school to study for a BTECH Diploma, Level 3 in Health and Social Care. This adult social care qualification is equivalent to 2 A-levels.

What qualifications do you need to be a social worker?

To get on to a relevant degree, you need five GCSEs A-C, including maths, English and science, and two A levels. There are no specific subjects required, but relevant ones would include psychology, sociology, and law. A level 3 vocational qualification in health and social care would be applicable for this work.

Click here to see the NVQ qualifications for adult health and social care providers.

Why is adult social care training essential?

Adult social care refers to a system of support designed to maintain and promote the independence and well-being of disabled and older people and informal carers.

Click here to see our online mandatory social care training course and e-learning programs.

What qualifications do I need to be an adult care worker?

In the majority of cases, there won't be any requirements to have academic qualifications like GCSEs, A-Levels or degrees. However, most employers would prefer you to have some First Aid skills and an NVQ in Health and Social Care, Levels 2 and 3.

The Mandatory Training Group provides online qualifications for adult social care workers.

How do I become a social worker without qualifications?

Social worker positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in social work, if not a master's. However, if you do not have a college degree, but have at least a high-school diploma or GED. You can still work in the field of social work, although you will likely have a job title of “case aide” or “social services assistant.”

Browse through The Mandatory Training Group's catalogue of mandatory online care training courses for domiciliary care staff and care home workers.

Who provides Qualifications and Credit Framework programmes?

The Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) is a new credit transfer system which has replaced the National Qualification Framework (NQF). It recognises qualifications and units by awarding credits. 

Click here to see The Mandatory Training Group's QCF and NVQ qualifications.

Are the National Qualification Framework the same as NVQ's?

The National Vocation Qualification (NVQ) is a work-based qualification which recognises the skills and knowledge a person needs to do a job. The candidate needs to demonstrate and prove their competency in their chosen role or career path. The Mandatory Training Group provides accredited NVQs in adult social care workers.

Can you become a social worker without going to university?

You cannot become a social worker without an approved qualification, at least a BA degree or postgraduate masters in social work. However, you may be able to find a job as a social work assistant without a degree. Putting together care plans or following a social worker's care plan. The Mandatory Training Group provides a wide range of adult social care online training courses and eLearning programmes.

How many years is Level 3 Adult Health and Social Care?

Health and social care learners will usually be able to achieve the Certificate in one year. Upon achievement of this qualification, learners will be able to progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care.

Which adult social care courses are available?

The Mandatory Training Group offers adult health and social care courses and qualifications, including:

• Care Induction (Care Certificate)
• Dementia Awareness
• Dignity Equality Inclusion (DEI)
• Customer Service in Adult Social Care
• Effective Writing and Recording in Adult Care
• E-Learning Courses for Adult Care Providers
• Emergency First Aid at Work
• Fluid, Nutrition and Diabetes.

Click here to see our full range of statutory and mandatory training courses for healthcare and social care professionals.

Level 4 Health and Social Care Online Courses Flexible Learning‎

The Mandatory Training Group provides flexible learning for health and social care providers. Progress with your health and social care career with access to adult care courses.

Study towards your Level 4 Diploma In Health and Social Care with The Mandatory Training Group. Study online with MTG E-Learning to meet Care Quality Commission standards. All our adult health and social care qualifications that are internationally endorsed.

Adult Social Care Training Courses for Care Home Providers

MTG eLearning provides CQC compliant adult social care courses for organisations across the UK. In-House health and social care training providers can use MTG E-Learning as part of blended learning for CQC regulated organisations, including:

• Essential Carer Training Courses and Qualifications
• Adult Social Care Training Programmes for UK Organisations
• CQC Inspection Proof Training for Care Providers
• Care Home Training Courses Online.

Do you provide accredited social care courses?

The Mandatory Training Group provides unlimited online training courses for adult health and social care workers, including:

• Full care certificate training
• Induction training for care workers
• Annual refresher training for care staff
• Care home mandatory training courses
• Domiciliary care mandatory training

MTG E-LEarning is the leading UK video training provider for adult social care providers. Try our free course demos below:

Click here to see our free courses for adult social care providers.

Adult Social Care Courses - Social Care eLearning

Click here to browse The Mandatory Training Group's online Adult Social Care Courses and Qualifications.

Do you offer to prepare to work in adult social care qualifications?

Our adult social care qualifications will allow learners to acquire knowledge of several essential areas of working in adult social care. The Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care is vital for new starters and care workers who do not hold any qualifications.

The Certificate in Preparing to work in Adult Social Care is part of the Health and Social Care Apprenticeship Framework. These qualifications are aimed at anyone interested in or starting in a career in adult social care in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. 

Do you offer adult social care e-learning?

The Mandatory Training Group provides comprehensive adult social care eLearning courses. Designed specifically for those working within Adult Health and Social Care, these online care courses have flexible modules for tailored learning and appropriate online assessment.

E-Learning for Health and Social Care Courses 

Find which adult social care courses we can offer match what you are searching for, including

• Health and social care access to degree
• Online health and social care level 3
• Preparing to work in health and social care
• Online health and social care level 5
• Free health and social care courses online
• NVQ health and social care level 2 answers.

Health and Social Care Courses - Online Learning Courses

Study a health and social care course through The Mandatory Training Group and benefit from our industry expert tutors. 

Do you offer health and social care courses online?

Browse through our available online courses in health and social care to find the perfect course to progress your career. We offer TQUK approved qualifications in health and social care which can be studied online through our virtual campus with expert support throughout your enrolment.

Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

This adult social care qualification (from our suite of health and social care level 2 courses) aims to develop and improve your employees' skills and knowledge about adult care. Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care is the entry-level qualification.

Do you offer funding for social care qualifications?

Learners can access funding fo adult social care qualifications. To be eligible for funding you must be aged 19 or over, have been living in the European Union for the last three years and have not previously completed the course you want to enrol on.

This qualification (from our suite of health and social care level 2 courses) aims to develop and improve your employees’ skills and knowledge concerning adult social care.

What is covered in the Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care?

Unit 1: Principles of communication in adult social care settings

In this unit, your employees will look at the importance of communication in adult social care settings and how to meet the communication and language needs, wishes and preferences of an individual. They will also look at reducing barriers to communication and confidentiality in adult social care settings.

Unit 2: Principles of personal development in adult social care settings

Within this unit, your employees will begin to understand what is required for good practice in adult social care roles, how learning activities can develop knowledge, skills and understanding and how a personal development plan can contribute to own learning development.

Unit 3: Principles of diversity, equality and inclusion in adult social care settings

In this unit, your employees will learn about the importance of diversity, equality and inclusion. They will learn about working inclusively and how to access information, advice and support about diversity, equality, inclusion and discrimination.

Unit 4: Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care

In this unit, your employees will learn how to recognise and respond to abuse. They will look at the national and local context of safeguarding and protection from abuse, how to reduce the likelihood of abuse occurring, and how to recognise and report unsafe practices.

Unit 5: Introduction to duty of care in health, social care or children’s and young people’s settings

This unit will introduce your employees to duty of care, including the implications of duty of care, support available for addressing dilemmas that may arise about duty of care, and how to respond to complaints.

Unit 6: Understand the role of the social care worker

In this unit, your employees will learn about the role of the social care worker. They will look at working relationships in social care settings and the importance of working in ways that are agreed with the employer and working in partnership with others.

Unit 7: Understand person-centred approaches in adult social care settings

Within this unit, your employees will learn about person-centred approaches for care and support. They will learn how to implement a person-centred approach in an adult social care setting, the importance of establishing consent when providing care or support, encouraging active participation and supporting an individual’s right to make choices and promoting their well-being.

Unit 8: Understand health and safety in social care settings

In this unit, your employees will look at health and safety in social care settings. They will look at responsibilities relating to this, risk assessments, reducing the spread of infection, procedures for responding to accidents and illness, how to move and handle objects and individuals safely, handling hazardous substances, medication and food safety, and how to manage stress. They will also look at environmental safety procedures in social care settings.

Unit 9: Understand how to handle information in social care settings

Within this unit, your employees will learn about the importance of secure handling of information in social care settings and how to access support for handling information in social care settings.

Adult Care Courses - Care Courses to Study from Home

Our Health and Social Care courses ranging from Positive Dementia to Mental Health Care will equip you with all the skills needed to work within the health and social care settings.

Are you looking for a rewarding career making a real difference in someone's life?

Our Health and Social Care courses ranging from Positive Dementia to Mental Health Care will equip you with all the skills needed to work within the health and social sector all from the comfort of your own home.

Are your qualifications aligned to Skills for Care?

Skills for Care aligned qualifications are suitable for those who are new to health and social care settings. Qualifications in adult social care can play an essential role in learning and development, and there are a wide variety available within adult social care from diplomas to a range of smaller awards and certificates which are more focused on specific topics.

Do you offer diplomas in adult social care?

Adult social care diplomas are broader qualifications and enable learners to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to become competent workers. They have optional units allowing the learner to build knowledge and skills in areas of interest or the organisations’ priorities.

Do you offer awards and certificates in adult social care?

Adult social care awards and certificates are shorter in length than a diploma and focus on a particular area of specialism. Health and social care qualifications enable workers to continue their professional development through qualifications.

Do you offer qualifications in adult social care?

The following qualifications are available for the adult social care workforce, from entry-level into the sector and career progression. See below information about adult social care qualifications:

• Level 2 Diploma in Care Work
• Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
• Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
• Level 4 Certificate in Principles of Leadership and Management for Adult Care
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership Management for Adult Care
• Level 5 Certificate of Fundamental Knowledge in Commissioning for Wellbeing.

What are the approved health and social care qualifications?

Approved health and social care qualifications have been developed in partnership with employers and Awarding Organisations, in line with our specifications and checked by Skills for Care for consistency.

Click here to see the full list of UK approved adult social care training courses and qualifications.

Level 2 Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Distance Learning

If you are preparing to work in adult social care, this level 2 healthcare and qualification, awarded by TQUK, is ideal. This adult health and social care qualification are done online in 12 weeks.

Health & Social Care Diplomas Levels 2, 3 & 5

The Mandatory Training Group provides Health and Social Care Diplomas Levels 2, 3 & 5. Health and Social Care qualifications are ideal for those in the care industry who interact with clients daily.

Social Care Course - Affordable Online Training Course‎s

Get access to an online social learning forum for adult health and social care workers. Our tutors provide 24/7 online support for all learners who are studying internationally recognised diplomas. The Mandatory Training Group offers affordable and flexible payment plans for all health and social care workers. Access flexible online learning for health and social care workers. 

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• World-Leading Distance Learning for Health and Social Care Professionals.
• Order Your Free Prospectus for Adult Social Care Work.
• Study Online From Your Home, Work Or On The Move.
• Start A Life-Changing Journey Today With Our Health And Social Care Qualifications.
• 20 Years Of Experience in Health And Social Care Training Services.
• Innovative Teaching And Learning Environment With The Mandatory Training Group.
• Download Our Latest Health and Social Care Prospectus.
• Flexible Online Study For Health And Social Care Workers.

Health & Social Care Training - Choose From Over 600 Courses‎

• Take The  Online Course At Your Own Pace.
• Affordable Pricing Options For Health and Social Care Training Providers.
• Free certification for all health and social care courses and qualifications.
• All our health and social care qualifications meet the Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards.
• 24/7 access to online adult care training courses and qualifications.
• Accredited health and social care training providers.
• Online Courses in Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, First Aid, Safeguarding Adults.

Social Care eLearning Training UK - For Care Providers 600+ Courses‎

• Skills For Care Endorsed e-Learning Courses.
• Learn online, anywhere, on any device.
  
• 24/7 online training courses for adult care providers.
• 600+ CQC compliant adult care courses.
• Dedicated Account Manager for your online portal.
• Unrivalled Support for our online learning platform.

Is health and social care NVQ Level 2 free?

Although there is no set time limit to complete your NVQ and you are free to work at your own pace, most people find it takes them about one year to gain an NVQ level 1, NVQ level 2 or NVQ level 3.

Is care certificate equivalent to NVQ?

Is the Care Certificate equivalent to NVQ 2? The Care Certificate is not equal to NVQ 2 or a Level 2 Diploma in Care. The Care Certificate is a set of 15 standards that sets out the knowledge, skills and behaviours expected for specific job roles in the health and social care sectors.

What is NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care?

NVQ Level 3 is the equivalent of an A-level qualification and is designed for those who already work in the care sector with a small amount of responsibility, sometimes working without supervision. The programme is recognised internationally and sets the standard for those working in health and social care.

What is training in health and social care?

In the same way that training improves an athlete's performance, training of your health and social care employees will enhance their performance. Recognised qualifications such as the NVQ in Health and Social Care provide concrete evidence of that training and the quality of the care that your staff provide.

Can you fail an NVQ?

You can carry out your work in a variety of situations. Gaining your NVQ will give you a nationally recognised qualification. Your NVQ can only be achieved through the demonstration of your skills. You cannot fail your NVQ; you will either be competent at the tasks you are doing or not yet competent.

Do you have to pay for adult social care NVQ?

Do I have to pay to do an NVQ? Often, your workplace will pay for you as part of their staff development. But if you are liable for fees, make sure you access all the funding that is available to you.

Is the care certificate training a legal requirement?

There is no statutory requirement for providers to implement the Care Certificate, so the Care Quality Commission (CQC) cannot enforce it. CQC inspectors do however have powers to enforce regulations covering staff training. As such, they will expect to see induction programmes that meet the Care Certificate standards.

What is an adult social care NVQ Level 3 equivalent to?

NVQ 1 = foundation GNVQ, three to four GCSEs at grades D-E, Business & Technology Education Council (BTEC) first certificate. NVQ 2 = four or five GCSEs at grades A*–C, BTEC first diploma. NVQ 3 = two or more A levels, BTEC Ordinary National Diploma (OND), City & Guilds Advanced Craft.

Are NVQ and QCF the same?

What is an NVQ? A National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) was a popular form of work-based qualification under the NQF system, which was replaced by the QCF in 2010. The QCF was replaced by the RQF in 2015.

Can you get into university with adult social care NVQ Level 3?

Applying to university with NVQ level 3. This depends, usually no as the NVQ is not an entry qualification to university. For access to Higher Education, BTEC or A levels are required in most cases. Ask a few universities you are interested in to see if they allow access with this NVQs and/or prior experience.

How long does it take to do an adult social care NVQ Level 3?

There is no maximum time limit to complete an adult social care NVQ. It is designed to be taken at a pace that suits your needs. However, many learners take about one year to complete an NVQ at level 1 and 2, and around two years for an NVQ at level 3.

What jobs can you get if you study health and social care?

Jobs directly related to health and social care qualifications include:

• Community development worker.
• Further education teacher.
• Health promotion specialist.
• Health service manager.
• Medical sales representative.

What is an adult social care NVQ Level 3 equivalent to in the UK?

NVQ Level 1 equivalent – 3/4 GCSE grades D-G. NVQ Level 2 equivalent – 4-5 GCSE grades A*-C. NVQ Level 3 equivalent – 2 A Levels. NVQ Level 4 equivalent – Higher Education Certificate/BTEC.

Do you need qualifications to work in a care home?

In the majority of cases, there won't be any requirements to have academic qualifications like GCSEs, A-Levels or degrees. However, most employers would prefer you to have some First Aid skills and an NVQ in Health and Social Care, Levels 2 and 3.

What does care certificate training involve?

The Care Certificate is an agreed set of standards that define the knowledge, skills and behaviours expected of specific job roles in the health and social care sectors. It's made up of the 15 minimum standards that should be covered if you are 'new to care' and should form part of a robust induction programme.

What is the benefit of adult social care training?

The benefits and advantages of adult social care training include:

• Increased efficiency of health and social care employees
• An effective training programme can help health and social care staff to work effectively.
• With training, health and social care professionals gain confidence, and this confidence is seen in the output and results.

What is the mandatory training for care workers?

The most common mandatory training subjects for care home workers include:

• Health and Safety.
• Fire Safety.
• Equality, Diversity and Human Rights.
• Infection, Prevention and Control.
• Manual Handling.
• Food Hygiene/Food Safety Awareness.
• Safeguarding Adults.
• Safeguarding Children.

How many years is Level 3 Health and Social Care?

Learners will usually be able to achieve the Level 3 health and social care certificate in one year. Upon achievement of this qualification, learners will be able to progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care. 

Is Nvq a professional qualification?

NVQ stands for National Vocation Qualification
The NVQ is a work-based qualification which recognises the skills and knowledge a person needs to do a job. The candidate needs to demonstrate and prove their competency in their chosen role or career path.

Local authorities: training and support on social care

The Mandatory Training Group works with adult social care providers to improve good practice, conducting a cost-benefit analysis and facilitating workshops with staff and people.

Adult Social Care training - Local authorities

Information about our adult social care training courses which are open to local authorities social care staff as well as employees from the private sector. 

Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Unlike other health and social care training courses, this course is split into manageable parts.

Click here to see our Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care Qualifications.

Social care training and research for local authorities

Browse our list of social care training courses and development opportunities. Courses are available to people working in social care, supporting adults and children living in all UK regions.

Apply for adult social care training in all UK regions

Training and qualifications for people and organisations working in adult social care. We offer training and qualifications for people who provide care and support for adults.

Adult Social Care Learning and Development

The Mandatory Training Group is the leading UK provider of adult social care learning and development.

Click here to see our full list of adult social care learning and development.

Social Care Courses & Training in the UK

The Mandatory Training Group is the leading provider of Adult Nursing & Social Care Training in the UK.

The field of Nursing and Patient Care Assisting is a rewarding career for those who wish to work in a profession that gives a lot of satisfaction.

Click here to browse The Mandatory Training Group's social care training courses.

Health and Social Care Distance Learning with MTG E-Learning

The Mandatory Training Group offers a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Health and Social Care. Discounted prices available with Distance Learning, Enroll now and get TQUK diploma. Quick completion for all e-learning courses. Discounted health and social ca training courses and qualifications for all learners. MTG E-Learning is the leading training provider for adult social care organisations in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Level 5 Diploma In Leadership In Health & Social Care Course‎

MTG E-Learning provides health and social care leadership and management qualifications, including:

• Level 5 Diploma In Leadership For Health & Social Care.
• Health and Social Care Registered Managers Award.
• Progress Your Career Today, Develop Your Managerial Skills in Adult Social Care.
• Discount Available Today for All Adult Social Care Courses.
• Free Resources Available for All Health and Social Care Learners.
• Corporate Training Packages For Health and Social Care Providers.
• High-Quality Delivery For All Healthcare And Social Care Organisations.

Leading UK Care Training Providers - Social Care eLearning

The Mandatory Training Group provides a wide range of adult social care e-learning courses. The benefits of our fully accredited health and social care training programmes include:

• Unlimited adult social care online training courses.
• Over 200 video training courses and e-learning programs.
• Our adult social care courses won't be beaten on price.
• Comprehensive care certificate induction programmen. 
• Skills for Care endorsed adult social care e-learning courses.
• 24/7 access to all health and social care online courses.
• UK's No.1 video-training provider for adult social care.
• Award-winning adult social care e-learning platform.
• Skills for Care endorsed adult social care qualifications.
• CPD accredited health and social care e-learning courses.

Health & Social Care Training Providers - Social Care Skills Platform

See below The Mandatory Training Group's online health and social care courses:

• Allied Health Profession Support Training
• Healthcare Support Worker Mandatory Training
• Care Certificate E-Learning Resources
• Complex Care Training Courses
• Food Hygiene and Food Safety Courses
• Venepuncture and Cannulation Training
• Phlebotomy and Cannulation Courses
• Wound Care and Tissue Viability Courses
• Doctors Mandatory Training Courses
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training
• Autism Awareness Course
• Caring for Children & Young People Training
• End of Life Care Qualifications

What is the mandatory training for care workers?

The most common mandatory training subjects for care homes include:

• Health and Safety.
• Fire Safety.
• Equality, Diversity and Human Rights.
• Infection, Prevention and Control.
• Manual Handling.
• Food Hygiene/Food Safety Awareness.
• Safeguarding Adults.
• Safeguarding Children.

What is training in health and social care?

In the same way that training improves an athlete's performance, training of your health and social care employees will improve their performance. Recognised qualifications such as the NVQ in Health and Social Care provide concrete evidence of that training and the quality of the care that your staff provide.

Find an endorsed provider - Skills for Care

The Mandatory Training Group provides courses that improve the skills of adult social care workers, including:

• Safeguarding adults at risk,
• Mental health awareness,
• Disability and learning disability awareness,
• Long term conditions (including diabetes and stroke),
• Assisting and moving (manual handling + moving and handling),
• Care Certificate,
• Health and safety fo adult social care workers,
• Infection prevention and control.

Finding a learning provider - Skills for Care

MTG E-Learning provides online training courses for adult social care workers, including:

1. Administration of Medication in Mental Health Services.
2. Adult Social Care Leadership and Management.
3. UK Core Skills Training Framework (UKCSTF) Aligned Statutory and Mandatory Training Courses.
4. Adult Care Training Providers.

The Mandatory Training Group provides other courses related to adult social care training courses. The benefits of working with MTG E-Learning include:

• Accredited health and social care training providers.
• Established health and social care training providers in Coventry, Warwickshire, West Midlands and surrounding areas.
• Care certificate training providers.
• Online health and social care training courses.
• National training providers covering all UK countries and regions.
• Leading healthcare training companies in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
• Courses to improve skills for care workers across the UK.
• Ofqual approved training providers.

'All in One Day' Adult Social Care Mandatory Training Courses

Expert 1-day classroom training for adult social care providers. Health and social care organisations can use MTG E-Learning to meet Care Quality Commission (CQC) compliance. 

Our MTG E-Learning platform provides all the training courses required for adult social care workers. Care managers can download certificates from our health and social care certificate register, including adult social care managers.

Which type of mandatory training is needed for adult social care workers?

Most National Health Service (NHS) Trusts, nursing and care agencies and other care providers now often insist on adult social care mandatory training courses that are aligned to the 'Skills for Health' UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) (NOT the 'All in One Day Mandatory Training').

Click here to see mandatory and statutory training courses that are CSTF aligned.

Please ask your adult social care agency which type of mandatory training courses you need. The Mandatory Training Group will not be held responsible if you select the incorrect care training courses.

How do I book for adult social care training?

To secure your place, you will need to book online. Start by selecting the venue and date on the right-hand side of this page and click the 'book now' button to be taken to the booking form. Please be aware, many of these courses fill up quickly!

Who is mandatory social care training for?

All adult social care workers, healthcare and social care professionals, whether part-time or full time or agency workers.

The Mandatory Training Group's online mandatory and statutory training is suitable ad a yearly refresher course or induction training. Adult care workers without prior experience care complete the Care Certificate or mandatory training packages. 

Click here to see our online mandatory training packages.

Click here to see our full care certificate training course.

What does adult social care mandatory training include?

The Mandatory Training Group has developed mandatory training packages for adult social care training providers. These statutory and mandatory training courses for adult health and social care providers includes the following training modules, including: 

• Mental Capacity (MCA)
• Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
• Equality, Diversity and Human Rights
• Health and Safety at Work
• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
• Information Governance and Data Security Awareness (Includes Caldicott Principles) 
• Fire Safety Awareness
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Food Hygiene and Food Safety
• Manual Handling + Moving and Handling
• Basic Life Support (Adult Resuscitation - CPR)
• Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults (Level 1, 2 and 3)
• Safeguarding Children (Level 1, 2 and 3)
• Conflict Management/Conflict Resolution
• Lone Working Awareness

Why train with The Mandatory Training Group?

The Mandatory Training Group is a leading UK provider of UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) aligned mandatory adult social care training courses. 

Our professional health and social care trainers have approved qualifications and experience in various organisations, including NHS Trusts, local authorities and private care providers.

Click here to see our accreditation by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

Adult social care mandatory training providers

The Mandatory Training Group is the leading UK provider of adult social care mandatory training courses for health and social care support workers, care home staff and domiciliary care workers.

Click here to see our online learning platform.

Contact our Support Team on 024 7610 0090 or via Email to see how we can help your organisation with online adult health and social care training courses, e-learning programmes and approved UK qualifications.

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