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 Hull
Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Diploma — study online from Hull
Health and Social Care in Hull
Hull has one of England's most active adult social care transformation programmes, with Hull City Council's 'Better Lives' strategy targeting a 25% increase in the number of qualified care workers by 2027. Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust — which operates Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital — is the city's largest employer and actively prioritises Level 3+ qualified applicants for healthcare support roles.
Hull City Council's 'Better Lives' strategy targets 25% workforce increase by 2027
Hull University Teaching Hospitals is the city's largest employer
Care Worker Salaries in Hull (East Yorkshire)
| Role | Typical pay |
|---|---|
| Care Worker | £10.42–£11.50/hr |
| Senior Care Worker | £12.00–£13.20/hr |
| Care Home Manager | £27,000–£36,500/year |
Source: Skills for Care Workforce Intelligence, 2024/25
NHS and Care Employers in Hull
Our Level 3 Diploma is recognised by Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (Hull Royal Infirmary) and by Hull City Council Adult Social Care for adult social care roles. Employers across East Yorkshire specify Level 3 as the standard qualification for career progression.
Popular courses for Hull 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 — Hull
Does Hull City Council's Better Lives strategy create funded training opportunities? ▼
Yes. Hull City Council has allocated training development funds under Better Lives. Eligibility varies by role and employer type — contact Hull's Adult Social Care workforce team or our admissions office for current grant availability.
Will this diploma qualify me for Hull Royal Infirmary support roles? ▼
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust specifies Level 3 Health and Social Care for healthcare support worker roles. Our diploma meets this requirement for both acute hospital and community care roles.
Is Hull a good city to build a social care career? ▼
Hull offers strong career prospects, competitive salaries given the cost of living, and a council that actively invests in its social care workforce. For those entering or progressing in the sector, Hull is one of England's better cities for long-term social care careers.