Empowering the Adult Social Care Workforce
Accredited Training for Adult Social Care Providers
Invest in your workforce with Moorland Education — expert-led, Ofqual-regulated training with full support from enrolment to certification.
What is the LDSS?
The Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS) is a government-funded initiative administered by Skills for Care on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care. It is designed to help adult social care employers in England recover the costs of training and developing their workforce. Eligible CQC-registered employers may be able to claim reimbursement for a range of approved qualifications and training programmes. Funding availability and eligibility criteria are subject to change — please contact us for the most up-to-date information.
About Moorland Education
Moorland Education is a trusted provider of accredited training programmes for the adult social care sector. We work in partnership with care providers across England to deliver high-quality, compliant training. Our mission is simple: to strengthen the care workforce, improve service quality, and support employers in accessing available government funding. Through the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS), CQC-registered employers may be able to access funding to upskill their teams — and our expert team is here to guide you through every step of the process. Please contact us for further details on funding eligibility and availability.
Government funding may be available — contact us for further details
Who is Eligible?
To access LDSS funding, your organisation must generally meet the following criteria. Please contact us to confirm current eligibility requirements:
- Be a CQC-registered adult social care provider operating in England
- Have an active and up-to-date Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC-WDS) account
- Ensure the training undertaken is relevant to the learner's role and evidenced appropriately
- Submit claims within the funding year deadlines set by Skills for Care
What You May Be Able to Claim
Eligible CQC-registered employers may be able to claim reimbursement for:
- Qualification and training course fees
- Registration and assessment costs
- Workforce development and upskilling programmes
Where available, funding is non-repayable and paid directly to the employer — it is not a loan. Please contact us for current eligibility details.
Accredited Training Programmes
We deliver a comprehensive range of qualifications designed to meet regulatory standards and workforce development needs. All courses are linked to our full training catalogue.
Qualifi Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate
The essential entry-level qualification for care support workers, covering the core knowledge and skills required in adult social care settings.
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care
A higher-level qualification for experienced care professionals and managers, with progression to a UK University Honours Degree.
Adult Nursing OSCE Course
Comprehensive OSCE preparation for internationally trained nurses seeking NMC registration in the UK.
Essential Training for Care Support Workers
A 7-day blended learning programme mapped to UK Care Certificate standards for new and aspiring care support workers.
CPD-Accredited Short Courses
A range of CPD-certified programmes including Leadership Mastery, Leadership Essentials, and Safeguarding Children — online and classroom-based.
Professional Development Programmes
Specialist programmes including OET, ESOL, SELT and Career Accelerator — designed for healthcare professionals preparing for UK registration.
All programmes are delivered by experienced tutors and aligned with Skills for Care standards. View our full course catalogue on the Training Courses page.
View All CoursesHow It Works — Our 5-Step Process
- 1
Free Initial Consultation
Our team assesses your organisation's eligibility, workforce training needs, and funding potential — at no cost and with no obligation.
- 2
Tailored Programme Selection
We recommend the most suitable training programmes aligned with LDSS funding criteria and your CQC compliance requirements.
- 3
Enrolment & Expert-Led Delivery
Your staff enrol and complete training through our accredited, expert-led programmes — delivered flexibly around your rota and operational needs.
- 4
Documentation & Evidence Pack
We compile all necessary evidence, certificates and documentation required to support a successful funding claim.
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Funding Claim Guidance
We guide you through the Skills for Care claims portal step by step, ensuring full compliance and maximum reimbursement where funding is available.
Funding Support & Compliance
We go beyond training delivery. Moorland Education provides end-to-end support to help your organisation navigate the funding process:
Eligibility assessment — we confirm whether your organisation may qualify before any commitment is made
ASC-WDS account guidance — we help you set up or update your Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set record
Documentation preparation — we compile all required evidence to support your funding claim
Claim support and submission guidance — step-by-step assistance through the Skills for Care portal
Audit readiness support — we ensure your records are compliant and inspection-ready
Why Choose Moorland Education?
LDSS Funding Expertise
We understand the LDSS framework in depth and help you navigate it confidently — maximising your reimbursement at every stage where funding is available.
End-to-End Support
From eligibility check to claim submission, our dedicated team is with you at every step — so you never have to manage the process alone.
Accredited & Regulated Training
All our programmes are Ofqual-regulated and meet Skills for Care standards, ensuring your claims are fully compliant.
Measurable Workforce Improvement
Our training improves staff retention, CQC inspection outcomes, and the quality of care delivered to your service users.
Potential Cost Reduction
Government funding may be available for approved employers to offset training costs. Please contact us for further details on current funding availability.
Benefits for Your Organisation
Important Information
- •Government funding may be available for approved employers — please contact us for further details on current eligibility and availability
- •All claims must be supported by valid training evidence and documentation
- •Employers are responsible for the final submission of claims through the Skills for Care portal
- •Funding operates on a first-come, first-served basis within each funding year
Register Your Interest
Complete the form below and a member of our expert team will contact you within one working day to discuss your organisation's training needs and funding eligibility.
We review your details and confirm eligibility
A specialist calls you within one working day
We prepare a tailored training and funding proposal
You decide — no obligation, no pressure
Get Started Today
Invest in your workforce with Moorland Education. Government funding may be available for approved employers — please contact us for further details.
Contact Moorland Education today to arrange:
- A free eligibility consultation
- A tailored training and funding proposal
- A Zoom call or on-site visit at your convenience