Ofqual-regulated
Level 2 Diploma in Care
Entry pathway into adult social care — Ofqual-regulated, fully online.
From £950 · 6 or 9 months
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Health and Social Care Courses in Coventry
Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Diploma — study online from Coventry
Health and Social Care in Coventry
Coventry — UK City of Culture 2021 — is also one of the Midlands' most rapidly developing cities, with significant investment in integrated health and social care services. UHCW is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in the UK, employing over 10,000 staff. Coventry City Council's adult social care department commissions over 2 million hours of home care annually.
UHCW employs 10,000+ staff across Coventry and Warwickshire
Coventry commissions over 2 million hours of home care per year
Care Worker Salaries in Coventry (West Midlands)
| Role | Typical pay |
|---|---|
| Care Worker | £10.60–£12.00/hr |
| Senior Care Worker | £12.50–£13.80/hr |
| Care Home Manager | £28,500–£39,000/year |
Source: Skills for Care Workforce Intelligence, 2024/25
NHS and Care Employers in Coventry
Our Level 3 Diploma is recognised by University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW) and by Coventry City Council Adults and Housing for adult social care roles. Employers across West Midlands specify Level 3 as the standard qualification for career progression.
Popular courses for Coventry learners
All programmes are Ofqual-regulated, assignment-based and fully online.
Ofqual-regulated
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
The standard qualification for senior care and NHS band 3 progression.
From £950 · 6 or 9 months
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Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Advance into supervisory practice and higher-responsibility care roles.
From £950 · 6 or 9 months
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Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
Management and leadership for care coordinators and aspiring managers.
From £950 · 6 or 9 months
View courseFrequently Asked Questions — Coventry
Can I get NHS banding uplift in Coventry with this diploma? ▼
Yes. The Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma supports progression from band 2 to band 3 in many UHCW departments, typically worth an additional £3,000–£5,000 per year.
Is there support for mature learners returning to study in Coventry? ▼
We regularly support Coventry learners who have been out of formal education for many years. Our tutors adapt pace and approach for adult returners. No prior qualifications are required to enrol.
What's the typical salary uplift after qualifying in Coventry? ▼
Coventry care workers with a Level 3 Diploma typically earn £1.20–£2.50 more per hour than unqualified peers, based on Skills for Care 2024 data for the West Midlands region.