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    Care Courses & Training Opportunities

    Explore care courses, training opportunities, qualifications and professional development programmes. Discover learning events, career pathways and support to start or progress a career in adult social care.

    Popular Care Qualifications

    Explore the qualifications, apprenticeships and training routes that can help you start, develop and progress your career in adult social care.

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      Apprenticeships and Training

      Best for: New starters and existing staff who want to gain qualifications while working.

      Apprenticeships combine practical workplace experience with structured learning and recognised qualifications.

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      The Care Certificate

      Best for: People starting their first role in adult social care.

      The Care Certificate is the industry-standard introduction to working in care. It covers key topics such as safeguarding, communication, person-centred care and health and safety. Unlike many qualifications, the Care Certificate is usually completed through your employer during your induction and helps new care workers build the knowledge and confidence needed to work safely and effectively.

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      Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care

      Best for: People looking to start a career in adult social care or strengthen their knowledge before applying for care roles.

      A Level 2 qualification provides a solid introduction to the health and social care sector, covering topics such as safeguarding, communication, person-centred care and supporting individuals with their daily needs. It can help build confidence, develop sector knowledge and support progression into roles such as Care Assistant and Support Worker.

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      Level 3 Qualification / Apprenticeship

      Best for: Existing care staff looking to progress into senior or specialist roles.

      Level 3 qualifications help develop leadership, decision-making and professional practice skills, supporting progression into roles such as Senior Care Assistant, Senior Support Worker or Team Leader.

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      Level 3 Qualification & Progression

      Looking to study full-time? The Social Care Level 3 course provides another route into the sector for those wishing to develop their skills and knowledge before entering employment or progressing their career.

    Why Choose a Career in Adult Social Care?

    A career in adult social care offers the opportunity to make a real difference while developing valuable skills and qualifications. Whether you're starting your first job, returning to work, or looking for a new career path, there are a wide range of roles available across residential care, home care, supported living and community services.

    Many employers provide full training and support, meaning previous experience is not always required.

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    Explore Your Career Pathway in Care

    Training and qualifications play an important role in career progression within adult social care. Whether you're interested in frontline care, specialist support roles, leadership or management positions, there are recognised qualifications and development programmes available to support your goals.

    Explore the care pathway to discover the different roles available, the qualifications that support progression, and the development opportunities available at each stage of your career.

    Click here to explore the Care Pathway. 

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The most common questions we receive about training, qualifications and career development in adult social care.

    Start Your Career in Care

    Discover events, workshops and learning opportunities designed to help you explore a career in adult social care.

    Myth-Busting and Information Session

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    Persona Basecamp
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    29th October 2026 - 11th January 2027
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    11:00 - 12:30

    Interested in working in adult social care but don't know much about it? Come to this session to find out more.

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    Care Jobs in Bury – Drop-In Sessions

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    Bury Works Neighbourhub, 18 Union Arcade, Mill Gate Shopping Centre, Bury
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    10th November 2026 - 27th April 2027
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    10:00 - 13:00

    Thinking about a career in care? Come and talk to us. No appointment needed. Join us for free drop-in careers advice at the Bury Works Neighbourhub in the Mill Gate Shopping Centre. Our team will be on hand to help you explore home care jobs across the borough and support you with finding and applying for the right role.

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    Interview Workshop Sessions

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    Persona Basecamp
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    27th November 2026
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    10:00 - 12:00

    Bury Care Academy is delivering a series of practical Interview Workshop Sessions designed to support individuals preparing for roles within adult social care and beyond.

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    Development Opportunities for Care Professionals

    Already working in adult social care? Explore training programmes, qualifications, networking events and professional development opportunities designed to help you build new skills, progress your career and stay up to date with best practice.

    LEAD - Leadership & Development Programme Group 2 (Nov - Dec)

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    Bury Parish Church Hall
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    5th November 2026 - 3rd December 2026
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    09:30 - 16:30

    Transform how you lead. The LEAD Programme returns this year with 5 practical sessions running across November and December designed for managers and supervisors. Build your confidence, learn proven tools, and develop the skills that make great leaders.

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    Nutrition & Hydration Training for Care at Home Providers

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    Bury Adult Learning Centre
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    5th November 2026 - 30th November 2026
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    10:30 - 12:00

    This practical session will help you support the health, wellbeing and independence of the people you care for.

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    Skills for Care, North West ASC-WDS Workshops

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    Online
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    9th November 2026 - 12th January 2027
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    10:30 - 11:30

    The Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC - WDS) is a free, online data collection service that covers the adult social care workforce in England. Join Skills for Care in one of their online workshops to learn more and see a live demo on how to set up and populate your account.

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    Rising Stars Programme

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    The Kay Room, Bury Parish Church
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    11th November 2026 - 13th January 2027
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    09:15 - 16:30

    Do you have frontline care staff or support workers with real potential who haven’t yet had the opportunity for team leader or supervisor training? This programme is designed for them.

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    Risk Management & the Mental Capacity Act SCIE Seminars

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    Blackburn Hall, Bury Parish Church
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    18th November 2026
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    09:30 - 16:30

    Bury Care Academy is pleased to offer a two-part seminar series in partnership with the Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE), focusing on the practical application of the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) in adult social care. Through case studies, participants will consider how organisational culture, systems and supervision influence decision-making, and how managers can support staff to balance duty of care with respect for autonomy. Who should attend?  Registered managers, service managers and senior leaders.

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    Explore Career Opportunities

    Training and qualifications can open the door to a wide range of rewarding careers in adult social care. Explore our career guides and care pathway to learn more about different roles, progression routes and opportunities available within the sector.

    Ready to start looking for work?

    Click below to browse all our local roles now spanning different areas across the sector. 

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