The Learning & Development Support Scheme gives Health & Social Care employers access to funded training — short courses, specialist qualifications, and blended programmes.
Overseas workers are eligible. No long-term commitment required. Our consultancy is completely free.
Funded training for care staff — short courses, qualifications and blended programmes. Overseas workers eligible. No long-term commitment.
The Learning & Development Support Scheme (LDSS) is a government funding stream available specifically to Health & Social Care employers. It enables access to short courses, qualifications and targeted training programmes — helping care providers upskill their workforce, improve quality of care and meet regulatory standards.
Unlike apprenticeships, LDSS does not require a long-term commitment. Training is flexible, designed to fit around shift patterns, and available to overseas workers employed in care settings.
From identifying eligible training through to completion — we manage everything.
We help care providers identify and secure LDSS-funded training, reducing or eliminating the cost of workforce development for eligible employers.
We align training to your service needs — whether residential care, domiciliary care, or specialist support services — ensuring every programme delivers real impact.
Programmes are designed to fit around shift patterns and operational demands, minimising disruption to your service while maximising development opportunities.
Our team manages the entire process from start to finish — identifying eligibility, securing funding, coordinating providers, and ensuring a smooth, compliant journey.
LDSS funding supports a wide range of Health & Social Care training, including specialist short courses and accredited qualifications.
Eligible training courses and qualifications are aligned with current government guidance and funding availability.
LDSS is available to Health & Social Care employers across a range of settings. Eligibility may vary based on workforce needs and funding availability — our team will confirm your eligibility and guide you through the process.
We take a holistic view of your workforce development. Where LDSS is in place, we can also support you in combining it with apprenticeships and commercial training to create a fully integrated development plan for your team.
This means your care staff can progress from short LDSS courses all the way through to Level 5 qualifications — with funding maximised at every stage.
Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training is a legal requirement for all health and social care staff in England — and it can be funded through the LDSS scheme. Emma can help you use your LDSS allowance to get your entire workforce compliant without it costing your organisation a penny.
The training comes in two tiers, both of which are eligible for LDSS funding for qualifying Health & Social Care employers.
CQC requirement: All registered Health & Social Care providers must ensure staff complete the appropriate tier. LDSS funding removes the cost barrier entirely.
The Learning & Development Support Scheme (LDSS) is a government-funded training scheme available to Health & Social Care employers. It provides up to £400,000 per employer per year to fund short courses, specialist qualifications and blended programmes for care staff.
LDSS is available to Health & Social Care employers including residential care providers, domiciliary care services, and supported living organisations. Overseas workers are eligible. Eligibility may vary based on workforce needs and funding availability.
No. Unlike apprenticeships, LDSS funding supports short courses and qualifications without requiring a long-term commitment. Training is designed to fit around shift patterns and operational demands.
Yes. Overseas workers employed in Health & Social Care settings are eligible for LDSS funded training — making it particularly valuable for care providers with international workforces.
Absolutely. We actively support care providers in combining LDSS short courses with apprenticeship programmes to create a fully integrated workforce development plan — maximising funding at every stage.
Contact The Links Training & Consultancy today to explore LDSS opportunities and access expert support tailored to your service. Completely free, no obligation.
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