Guardian Carers Feature on BBC News London

DO YOU NEED A DIPLOMA TO BECOME A CARE WORKER?

To work as a carer, it is not necessary for you to have any specific qualifications, therefore a diploma is not entirely essential. However, if you are completely new to the industry and have very little or no previous experience, then studying for diploma could be the perfect idea for you in order to gain more professional knowledge and skills as a care worker. The Level 2 and 3 Diplomas in Health and Social Care are the core qualifications for care workers. The Level 2 and 3 Diplomas in Health and Social (adults) enables you to develop specialist knowledge and demonstrates a level of competence. The Diplomas are designed to ensure that carers can offer quality care and support, and are fit to practice.

When you take the course, they will provide you with practical training and a work based qualification. The Level 2 and 3 Diplomas are not just for new carers, they are also particularly helpful for people who are currently working as an adult care worker, but have the desire to expand their skills and knowledge of the care industry. This qualification is usually preferred to work as an adult care worker standard, and covers the knowledge and skills required to work in an adult care worker role. It will also enable you to work in a range of settings and supporting a variety of individuals with different needs.

Make an Enquiry

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Once you have completed your enquiry Guardian Carers will contact you on the details you have provided with information about the services we provide in order to assist you. Your information will not be shared with anyone outside our companies group.

At any time you may cease to receive communication by contacting Guardian Carers to delete, update or transfer for your information at no cost to yourself. Simply email data@guardiancarers.co.uk with the name and email address you provided on this form.

Please see Guardian Carers data protection and privacy policy for further details how your information may be used. You will receive an email confirming how your information is used.

Book a consultation

Give us a call. We are ready to help. We believe we can find your perfect carer.