LONDON COLLEGE OF ADVANCED STUDIES

Course Overview

The Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management for Health and Social Care is designed for aspiring and existing managers, supervisors, and senior practitioners working in adult care or healthcare environments.

This qualification equips professionals with the leadership skills needed to manage teams, improve service delivery, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive person-centred care standards across the organisation.

It bridges the gap between front-line care delivery and senior management responsibilities, empowering learners with advanced knowledge in people management, safeguarding, quality assurance, and strategic planning.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for:

• Senior care staff looking to move into management
• New or aspiring team leaders, coordinators, or supervisors
• Deputy managers in residential or domiciliary care
• Professionals overseeing service delivery and compliance
• Staff progressing from a Level 3 or Diploma in Adult Care

Qualification Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will:

• Build confidence in leading and managing care teams
• Understand roles, responsibilities, and legal frameworks in leadership
• Manage performance, conflict, change, and safeguarding procedures
• Evaluate and improve care services using evidence-based practice

Duration & Entry Requirements

Duration: 8–12 weeks (flexible)

Requirements: No formal qualifications. Basic English required.

Why This Course is Essential

• Develop critical thinking and leadership capacity
• Build confidence in managing complex care situations
• Improve service quality and team performance
• Recognized by employers and regulators like CQC
• Fulfills leadership competencies for registered manager roles

Progression Opportunities

Upon completion, learners can progress to:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care
• Lead Adult Care Worker or Supervisor roles
• Specialist courses in dementia, autism, or safeguarding
• Nursing, social work, or allied healthcare training

Why Train With Us?

• Training by experienced care professionals
• Practical simulations with real-life scenarios
• Latest content based on CQC and NICE guidelines
• Supportive tutors & accessible materials
• Certification recognized by top care employers