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Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management

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Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management

Overview:
The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in managerial roles within the healthcare sector. This course covers a wide range of topics, including healthcare policies, leadership and management principles, strategic planning, quality assurance, and effective communication. With a focus on the intersection of health and social care, graduates of this diploma can pursue careers as healthcare managers, social care managers, care home managers, and healthcare consultants. This program provides a solid foundation for individuals seeking rewarding and impactful careers in the dynamic field of health and social care management.

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The objective of the Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in the health and social care sector at a managerial level. The programme enables learners to demonstrate their skills by producing evidence from their work or training activities. Learners will acquire care management skills in the Health and Social Care sector.

If you work in one of the following job roles this qualification would be suitable for you :-

  • Registered Manager
  • Care Manager/Social Worker
  • Manager
  • Assistant or Deputy Manager
  • Senior Care worker or supervisor
  • Nursing staff
  • Support worker or supervisor
  • Team Leader
  • Co-ordinator

This qualifications is approved and regulated by government regulated body Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) to ensure consistent course quality.
? OfQual Qualification Number: 603/3685/7

Care Quality Commission (CQC)

The Level 5 Diploma is a Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirement for anyone looking to undertake a Registered Manager position.

Equivalences

This qualification at RQF Level 5 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Foundation Degrees, Higher National Diploma (HND) and Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelors degree.

Progression

Upon successful completion of Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification learners will be eligible to gain entry into Year 3 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree or pursue Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management.

Qualification structure

The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits.

Average Salary Checker

The Average Health And Social Care salary in the UK is approximately £32,000 as per Average salary checker on Reed website (12 July 2019).

Other similar qualifications offered :

? Level 5 Extended Diploma in Management for Health and Social Care (Awarded by ATHE, UK)
? Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Awarded by Qualifi, UK)


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  • Course code: L5-DHSCM-OTHM
  • Credits: 120
  • Diploma
  • Undergraduate
Key facts
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Global programme: Study anytime, anywhere using your laptop, phone or a tablet.
Study material: Comprehensive study material and e-library support available at no additional cost.
Payment plans: Interest free monthly, quarterly and half yearly payment plans available for all courses.
Duration
6 Months
9 Months
Assessment
The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.

Course Details

Mandatory units
⇾ Partnership Working in Health and Social Care
⇾ Safeguarding and Protecting Vulnerable Individuals
⇾ Health Improvement and Promotion of Well-being
⇾ Leading Teams in Health and Social Care
⇾ Providing Professional Supervision for Staff
⇾ Research in Health and Social Care

Fee Structure

The fee for the programme is as follows

  • 6 Months - GBP £1399
  • 9 Months - GBP £1099

Entry Requirements

The Learners must possess:
● Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 Award/Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE or equivalent qualification
or
● Work experience of 2 years or more in case you do not hold any formal qualification
and
● Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

Payment plans

Please find below available fee payment plans:

6 Months - GBP £1399

  • Payment option (a): GBP £466 x 3 monthly instalments
  • Payment option (b): GBP £1329 x 1 instalment

9 Months - GBP £1099

  • Payment option (c): GBP £220 x 5 monthly instalments
  • Payment option (d): GBP £549 x 2 quarterly instalments
  • Payment option (e): GBP £1045 x 1 instalment

Accreditation

OTHM, UK - an Awarding body by the UK Government’s regulator - OfQual.