For the NOCN Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care, learners must meet the following requirements:

• The learner must be aged 19 years or above.
• There are no formal academic entry requirements for this qualification.
• Good understanding of ICT
• Non-native English speakers must demonstrate a minimum level of English language competency*.
• Must be working in an appropriate adult care setting and have a role that allows them to demonstrate leadership and management responsibilities.
• The learner must have access to the workplace, relevant resources, and assessment opportunities required to meet the unit outcomes.
• It is recommended that the learner has a minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy skills (or equivalent).
• Should be able to demonstrate prior achievement at Level 3 or Level 4, or have equivalent professional experience in adult care.
• Show sufficient capability to meet the learning and assessment criteria at Level 5.

These requirements ensure that learners are well prepared to succeed in the qualification and apply their leadership and management skills effectively within adult social care settings.

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*A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, visit Language Expectations.

The NOCN Level 5 Award in Understanding Digital Leadership in Adult Social Care is ideal for senior professionals working in adult social care who want to lead digital transformation and improve care delivery. It suits Registered Managers, Team Leaders, Deputies, and senior practitioners who want to implement technology, drive innovation, and strengthen digital leadership skills. This course also supports those preparing for higher-level qualifications in digital leadership or management within the sector.

Progression Routes

By completing the NOCN Level 5 Award in Understanding Digital Leadership in Adult Social Care, learners will be able to:

• Take on roles in adult social care, managing and implementing digital technologies to improve care delivery.
• Enhance their current workplace role by developing advanced digital leadership skills.
• Progress to higher-level qualifications in digital leadership, such as Level 6, to support career growth and professional development.

The NOCN Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care has been recognised by NOCN and has its own unique Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN: 610/3512/9). You can verify this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications. This fully accredited qualification is regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), ensuring that vocational qualifications meet national standards, maintain credibility, and deliver consistent, high-quality learning outcomes.
NOCN, as an awarding body approved and regulated by Ofqual (Reference Number RN5194), operates robust quality assurance processes to uphold these standards. Inspire London College offers this qualification through NOCN, ensuring it aligns with current health and social care requirements.

The NOCN Level 5 Award in Understanding Digital Leadership in Adult Social Care is made up of internally set and internally assessed units. Assessment tasks are designed to help learners demonstrate practical digital leadership skills, apply technology effectively in care settings, and improve outcomes for people who draw on care and support. Learners complete work-based assessments that reflect real workplace challenges, ensuring knowledge is applied at the correct Level 5 standard. Inspire London College provides learners with access to relevant resources and opportunities to produce meaningful evidence for all mandatory components.

All assessment tasks are pre-verified by the Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) team to ensure they are fair, inclusive, and suitable for all learners. Assessors make decisions based on evidence that is valid, authentic, current, sufficient, and reliable, ensuring consistent and accurate assessment outcomes. The process follows the NOCN Quality Assurance Manual, maintaining a high standard.

Upon successfully passing the qualification, the learner will receive an Ofqual-regulated certificate (soft copy/scanned version) issued by NOCN, which is included in the course price.

If you require a hard copy certificate, an additional fee of £25 will apply. This covers standard postal charges.

For faster delivery, you may choose to have your certificate and transcript sent via special courier (e.g., DHL). This service incurs an additional cost of £40, which applies primarily to international deliveries.

Note: It is not mandatory to select the courier service for delivery. We provide this special courier option for your convenience because standard posts take longer (3-4 weeks). For support, contact admissions@inspirelondoncollege.co.uk.