Government-Funded Health & Social Care Courses
Want to improve staff retention and develop your team? Access fully funded Level 2–5 qualifications through LDSS and support long-term career growth.
- Fully funded training through LDSS
- Non-regulated England care staff only
Benefits for Employers
Outlines the key advantages and funding support available to employers under the LDSS.
Funded Training
No cost barriers
Workforce Growth
Tracks measurable progress
Better Care Quality
Delivers improved outcomes
Flexible Learning
Fits around staff shifts
CQC Compliance
Helps meet inspection standards
Recognised Qualifications
Nationally accredited certificates
Government Funding for Courses
Inspire London College provides expert-led training for non-regulated adult social care staff in England, supported through the Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS). Our courses empower your workforce with recognised qualifications, boosting employability, confidence, and professional skills. Take advantage of this government funding to strengthen your team, ensure compliance, and raise the standard of care across your service.
For more details on eligibility and how to apply, view the LDSS eligibility criteria
Popular Government Funded Courses Online
All courses fully funded by the UK Government through the LDSS scheme
NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
£315/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- NOCN
- 6 month – 12 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safe Handling of Medicines
£315/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- NOCN
- 3 month – 12 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
iCQ Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia (RQF)
£130/ Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- iCQ Awards
- 3 month – 6 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care (RQF)
£315/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- NOCN
- 6 month – 12 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities
£315/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- NOCN
- 6 month – 12 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
iCQ Level 2 Award In Awareness of End of Life Care (RQF)
£130/ Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- iCQ Awards
- 3 month – 6 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
NOCN Level 5 Award in Understanding Digital Leadership in Adult Social Care
£950/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- NOCN
- 12 month – 18 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
iCQ Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate
£1540/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- iCQ Awards
- 12 month – 24 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
Qualifi Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate
£1540/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- Qualifi Ltd.
- 12 months – 24 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
iCQ Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
£315/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- iCQ Awards
- 6 month – 12 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
iCQ Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
£1100/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- iCQ Awards
- 12 month – 24 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
NOCN Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate
£1540/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- NOCN
- 12 month – 24 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
iCQ Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Medication Administration
£315/Full Fee
Pay Full Fee
- iCQ Awards
- 6 month – 12 months
- Assignments / Report Writing
Eligibility Criteria
Ensure your chosen courses meet DHSC eligibility criteria before enrolling.
Eligible Employer
- Adult social care providers in England
- Non-regulated care staff (including deputy managers and CQC-registered managers)
- Agency staff working within the ASC workforce
- Employees with a UK National Insurance number
- Employers who have completed ASC-WDS
Not Eligible
- Registered nurses and nursing associates
- Allied health professionals
- Any regulated health professionals
- Apprenticeships or internally delivered training
- Repeat courses for the same employee
Frequently Asked Questions
These courses are supported by the Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS), funded by the Department of Health and Social Care. LDSS enables eligible employers in England to provide training that develops the skills, confidence, and professional abilities of non-regulated adult social care staff.
Care employers in England who have completed the ASC-WDS can access funding for eligible courses. Staff must be employed in non-regulated adult social care roles within England.
Funding is claimed by employers. For qualifications, 60% can be claimed at the start of the qualification, and the remaining 40% after successful completion.
No, applications are employer-led. Employers must register and submit claims for eligible training; staff cannot apply independently.
Inspire London College offers a wide range of government-funded Level 2–5 courses, including dementia care, safeguarding, mental health, medication awareness, end-of-life care, and many more. These courses are designed to help you build your skills and progress your career in adult social care.
Absolutely. Fully funded LDSS courses help meet mandatory training requirements, improve staff competency, and demonstrate compliance during Care Quality Commission inspections, supporting higher standards of care.
Yes. All our LDSS-funded courses are nationally recognised and regulated through Ofqual-approved awarding bodies such as NOCN, iCQ Awards, Qualifi, and others. Completing these courses equips your staff with verified skills and ensures your team meets industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Completing LDSS-funded courses can boost your career in adult social care. Staff can move from entry-level roles to senior care positions, team leader or deputy manager roles, or specialise in areas like dementia, mental health, or end-of-life care. These recognised qualifications increase employability, open career paths, and give you the skills to take on more responsibility and make a bigger impact.
