Learning and development funding
Overview of workforce learning funding and links to Skills for Care support for adult social care employers.
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Funding and practical guidance
Useful official information for care providers, schools and employers. Start with the right guide for your organisation, and check the latest eligibility rules before making decisions.
Adult social care funding
Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS)
The scheme supports eligible adult social care employers in England to claim towards specified training and qualifications for eligible staff. It is not automatic funding for every course or provider, and reimbursement depends on the current rules and available funding.
Read the employer guide ↗
LDSS: employer guidance
Detailed rules covering employer and worker eligibility, approved learning, how to claim and required evidence.
Read the employer guide ↗LDSS: documents and eligible courses
Find the scheme's supporting publications, including the list of eligible training courses and qualifications.
View scheme publications ↗First aid in schools and early years
Official guidance for employers and leaders in schools, early years settings and colleges about first aid provision.
Read first aid guidance ↗Can Armstrong help with funded training?
We can discuss your workforce training requirements and help you identify the right questions to ask. Armstrong does not currently claim to be an LDSS-approved provider or an approved provider of regulated qualifications or official Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training. Always verify eligibility and provider requirements with the scheme administrator.
Discuss your training needsOfficial links checked November 2026. Funding criteria and available budgets can change; external pages open in a new tab.