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 Stoke-on-Trent
Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Diploma — study online from Stoke-on-Trent
Health and Social Care in Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent has one of England's highest concentrations of older residents relative to city size, and one of the most complex social care challenges in the Midlands. The city's adult social care system supports over 12,000 people annually. Royal Stoke University Hospital — one of the largest acute hospitals in England — employs a significant proportion of Stoke's health and care workforce.
Royal Stoke University Hospital is one of England's largest acute hospitals
Stoke adult social care supports 12,000+ people annually
Care Worker Salaries in Stoke-on-Trent (West Midlands / Staffordshire)
| Role | Typical pay |
|---|---|
| Care Worker | £10.42–£11.50/hr |
| Senior Care Worker | £12.00–£13.30/hr |
| Care Home Manager | £27,000–£36,500/year |
Source: Skills for Care Workforce Intelligence, 2024/25
NHS and Care Employers in Stoke-on-Trent
Our Level 3 Diploma is recognised by University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (Royal Stoke University Hospital) and by Stoke-on-Trent City Council People Services for adult social care roles. Employers across West Midlands / Staffordshire specify Level 3 as the standard qualification for career progression.
Popular courses for Stoke-on-Trent 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 — Stoke-on-Trent
Does Stoke-on-Trent have good care job prospects after qualifying? ▼
Yes. Stoke consistently has above-average vacancies in social care relative to its size, driven by an ageing population and high turnover. Qualified workers with Level 3 typically receive job offers within weeks of completing the diploma.
Can I do this while on the bank staff register at Royal Stoke? ▼
Yes — our fully online, self-paced format is ideal for bank and agency workers whose hours vary week to week. Study when you have time; there are no mandatory live sessions.
Is Stoke-on-Trent part of any NHS Integrated Care Board funding scheme? ▼
Stoke falls under the NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board, which has allocated workforce development funding through the People Plan. Some funding is available for employer-sponsored Level 3 training. Speak to our admissions team for the latest schemes.