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Five Level 3 qualifications. All online. All coursework, no exams.

Our first courses are practical, career-focused Level 3 qualifications with TQUK, delivered entirely through our online learning platform — built for adults balancing study with work and life.

Course content below reflects what these qualifications typically cover. Exact units, credit values and guided learning hours are set by TQUK and will be confirmed against the official specification before enrolment opens. Entry requirements, fees and course duration are set by The Ridge Learning and finalised closer to launch.
How every course works

The same delivery model, whichever course you choose.

01

Study on Moodle

Structured units, reading and activities, worked through at your own pace within the enrolment period.

02

Tutor support throughout

A named subject tutor and point of contact, with feedback on everything you submit.

03

Submit via Turnitin

All assignments are submitted online through Turnitin, with an originality check on every piece of work.

04

No exams, ever

Every course is assessed by coursework and assignment — marked within a 7-working-day target, then internally quality assured before your certificate is claimed from TQUK.

TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Management (RQF)

Qualification No. 601/4939/5
Coming soon — pending centre and qualification approval

Develop the knowledge and skills to manage teams, resources and performance effectively. Designed for new and aspiring managers, team leaders stepping up, and those already managing who want a recognised qualification to formalise their skills.

Delivery
Online (Moodle), self-study with tutor support
Assessment
Coursework / assignment portfolio — no exam
Indicative duration
6–12 months, depending on pace
Suggested entry
Age 18+, working or aspiring toward management
Workplace needed?
No
Awarding body
TQUK
Who it's for

Aspiring and practising managers who want a nationally recognised Level 3 management qualification — for example team leaders moving into management, supervisors, and those preparing for a management role.

Indicative content
#UnitAssessment
1Principles of management and leadershipWritten assignment
2Managing and developing teams / peopleWritten assignment + reflection
3Managing performance and setting objectivesCase study / assignment
4Communication in a management roleAssignment
5Managing resources, budgets or projectsAssignment
6Understanding organisational culture, equality and inclusionWritten assignment

Indicative units shown above — to be confirmed against the official TQUK specification before publishing.

TQUK Level 3 Diploma for Team Leaders and Supervisors (RQF)

Qualification No. 603/3591/9
Coming soon — pending centre and qualification approval

Build the practical skills to lead a team well — motivating people, managing day-to-day performance, and supporting delivery. Ideal for team leaders, supervisors and first-line managers who want to strengthen and certify their leadership skills.

Delivery
Online (Moodle), self-study with tutor support
Assessment
Coursework / assignment portfolio — no exam
Indicative duration
6–12 months, depending on pace
Suggested entry
Age 18+, in or aspiring to a team-leader/supervisor role
Workplace needed?
No
Awarding body
TQUK
Who it's for

Current and aspiring team leaders, supervisors and first-line managers across any sector who lead a team or oversee others' day-to-day work.

Indicative content
#UnitAssessment
1The role and responsibilities of a team leaderWritten assignment
2Leading, motivating and developing a teamAssignment + reflection
3Managing team performance and workflowCase study / assignment
4Communication and building working relationshipsAssignment
5Problem-solving and decision-making in a teamScenario / assignment
6Understanding equality, diversity and wellbeing at workWritten assignment

Indicative units shown above — to be confirmed against the official TQUK specification before publishing.

TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF)

Qualification No. 610/0103/6
Coming soon — pending centre and qualification approval

A core qualification for those working in adult social care who want to progress. Develops the knowledge and competence needed to provide safe, person-centred, high-quality care, and is widely recognised across the care sector.

Delivery
Online (Moodle) plus workplace evidence
Assessment
Competence- and knowledge-based portfolio — no exam
Indicative duration
9–18 months, depending on pace
Suggested entry
Age 18+, working/volunteering in an adult care role
Workplace needed?
Yes — competence units need a real care setting
Awarding body
TQUK
Who it's for

Care workers, senior care workers and support workers in adult social care who want a recognised Level 3 qualification to progress in their role. Because it includes competence units, learners normally need access to a real care setting — through employment or a placement — verified by observation, witness testimony or professional discussion where permitted.

Indicative content
#UnitAssessment
1Promote communication in care settingsKnowledge + workplace evidence
2Promote personal development and reflective practiceReflective account
3Promote health, safety and wellbeing in careKnowledge questions + evidence
4Promote person-centred approaches and dignityCase study + evidence
5Safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adultsKnowledge questions
6Duty of care and handling information in care settingsAssignment + evidence
7Optional specialist units (e.g. dementia, learning disability)Portfolio evidence

Indicative units shown above — to be confirmed against the official TQUK specification before publishing.

TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care (RQF)

Qualification No. 601/4041/0
Coming soon — pending centre and qualification approval

A knowledge-based qualification giving a strong grounding in adult social care — ideal for those entering the sector or wanting to formalise their understanding before, or alongside, a competence-based role. Because it's knowledge-based, it doesn't require a workplace.

Delivery
Online (Moodle), fully self-study
Assessment
Knowledge-based coursework — no exam
Indicative duration
4–10 months, depending on pace
Suggested entry
Age 18+, interest in working in adult social care
Workplace needed?
No
Awarding body
TQUK
Who it's for

People preparing to enter adult social care, career changers, and those who want the underpinning knowledge of the sector without needing to already be employed in a care role. It pairs well as a step towards the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care above.

Indicative content
#UnitAssessment
1Principles of communication in adult social careWritten assignment
2Personal development in adult social careReflective assignment
3Equality, diversity and inclusion in careWritten assignment
4Principles of safeguarding and protectionKnowledge questions
5Role of the health and social care worker; duty of careAssignment
6Person-centred approaches and handling informationCase study / assignment

Indicative units shown above — to be confirmed against the official TQUK specification before publishing.

TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health (RQF)

Qualification No. 603/3202/5
Coming soon — pending centre and qualification approval

Develop a solid understanding of mental health, common mental health conditions, and how to support people and reduce stigma. A strong choice for those working in or moving into care, education, or support roles — and the clearest Level 3 route into mental-health knowledge.

Delivery
Online (Moodle), fully self-study
Assessment
Knowledge-based coursework — no exam
Indicative duration
4–10 months, depending on pace
Suggested entry
Age 18+, interest in mental health support
Workplace needed?
No
Awarding body
TQUK
Who it's for

Anyone wanting a recognised grounding in mental health — care and support workers, teaching assistants, community and youth workers, and those exploring a career in mental health or wellbeing support.

Indicative content
#UnitAssessment
1Understanding mental health and wellbeingWritten assignment
2Understanding stress, anxiety and depressionKnowledge questions
3Understanding a range of mental health conditionsWritten assignment
4Understanding the impact of stigma and discriminationReflective assignment
5Approaches to supporting mental health and recoveryCase study
6Understanding safeguarding and duty of care in mental healthKnowledge questions

Indicative units shown above — to be confirmed against the official TQUK specification before publishing.

Funding & fees

How you'll pay for your course.

Full fee details are being finalised alongside our accreditation — see our Refund Policy for how our fee framework works.

Advanced Learner Loan

For eligible learners aged 19+, a government-backed loan to cover course fees in full — only repayable once you're earning above the repayment threshold. We intend to register for this once our first qualification is approved.

Self-funded

Pay course fees directly, with a payment plan option. Full pricing will be published once our first courses are confirmed.

Employer-sponsored

If your employer is funding your study, we can invoice directly and provide any documentation they need to support your application.

Common questions

Before you register your interest.

Can I apply now?

Not yet — we're completing our recognition process with TQUK. Register your interest and we'll email you the moment enrolment opens.

Do any of these courses need a workplace?

Only the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, which includes competence units assessed through real practice. The other four are knowledge-based and can be completed entirely through online study.

Is there an exam?

No. Every course here is assessed entirely through coursework and assignments submitted via Turnitin — there's no timed, invigilated exam for any of these five qualifications.

How long does marking take?

We're targeting a 7-working-day turnaround on marked assignments, with your certificate claimed from TQUK once every unit is achieved and internally quality assured.

Also in development: Access to HE Diploma

Alongside these five TQUK qualifications, we're separately pursuing recognition to offer an Access to HE Diploma — the specialist route into university for adults without traditional Level 3 qualifications. This is a longer-term addition through a different accrediting route (an Access Validating Agency), and we'll publish full details once that application is underway.

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