Level 2 Diploma in Care (RQF)
A structured, tutor-supported qualification for care workers who want to build their skills while continuing to work.
- Duration
- As little as 32 weeks · up to 24 months
- Entry
- Working in a care role
- Fee
- £1,000
About this qualification
A structured, tutor-supported qualification for care workers who want to build their skills while continuing to work. The recognised entry qualification for adult care. The programme combines weekly live tutor-led sessions, dedicated assessor support and workplace-based assessment, so you can qualify while you continue to work.
This is a RQF qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) — nationally recognised and regulated by Ofqual.
Who it's for
- New and recent care workers building a recognised qualification
- Support workers in residential, supported living or domiciliary care
- Care assistants returning to the sector after a break
- Anyone in a care role whose employer wants them formally qualified
What's covered
17 unitsTap a unit to see what you'll learn.
This is the RQF core plus the most commonly chosen optional units. Your exact unit pathway is agreed with your assessor at induction, and the full specification is available on request.
Assessment in your workplace
This is a work-based qualification, so your evidence is gathered in your real care role — not in an exam hall. Your assessor will arrange:
- Planned workplace observations of your practice
- Recorded professional discussion and Q&A
- Witness statements from your manager
- Work products from your everyday role
- Written assignments with tutor feedback
- Quizzes, scenarios and Assess & Match tasks
What's included
Everything you need to qualify is included in the course fee — no surprise extras for tutor time, marking or your learning resources.
- Structured 32-week learning programme
- Up to 24 months from the start date to complete
- Weekly live online tutor-led sessions
- Weekly group Q&A sessions
- Dedicated assessor support
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Planned workplace observations
- Online learning resources and learner portal
- Workplace-based assessment
- Three intakes per year
Fees and payment
£1,000
£250 deposit + five monthly instalments of £150
Pay in full: £1,000 one-off — with the same tutor, assessor and marking support.
The £250 deposit is deducted from the course fee and is non-refundable. Total payable £1,000.
Awarding body registration: if you pay in full you'll be registered within two weeks. On a payment plan you're registered once at least two monthly payments have been made, and you'll receive an email confirmation.
Intake dates
January 2027
Thursday 7 January 2027
May 2027
Tuesday 4 May 2027
September 2027
Wednesday 1 September 2027
Places are limited so every learner gets dedicated tutor and assessor support.
Fully booked intakes are closed to new applications. The next available start is Tuesday 4 May 2027 — message us if you'd like to be added to the waiting list.
Frequently asked questions
You follow a structured weekly programme of live tutor-led sessions plus your own study and workplace evidence. Weekly milestones keep you on track, with dedicated assessor support throughout.
Apply for the Level 2 Diploma in Care (RQF)
Complete the application and our admissions team will be in touch with the next steps — usually within two working days.