The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is designed for individuals who want to work in health and social care. They might already be working in the field but wish to advance their knowledge and skills to become future managers. The course is suitable for students of all ages and professional backgrounds. The Social Services and Well-being Act 2014 mandates that anyone working in health and social care should continually learn and improve their practice. This diploma will help develop your knowledge, skills, and experience as a contemporary health and social care practitioner. It will also give you the confidence to apply for management roles, whether now or in the future.
Delivery Methods
We Do Courses (WDC) provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners, including blended learning, online learning, distance learning, and in-class learning. Learners can choose the mode of study that suits their convenience.
Learners are able to:
- Access all course materials, including online modules and written assignments
- Gain teacher support
- Access the WDC online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal)
- Acquire assignment briefings
- Receive excellent quality study notes
- Obtain assignment marking and feedback
- Access a free online library
- Gain fully accredited UK courses
- Receive dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday)
- Gain full support until the completion of the course
Duration
The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is available in two duration modes:
- 6 Month (Fast Track)
- 9 Month
Accreditation
This Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care is accredited by the Ofqual Awarding body OTHM.
Course Delivery
Learners can select one method of study:
- Online
- Blended Learning
Entry Requirements
For entry onto the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification, learners must possess:
- A relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 diploma or an equivalent recognized qualification, or
- Be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
Module Structure
The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits.
| Unit title | Level | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Working in Partnership in Health and Social Care | 5 | 20 |
| Managing the Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Individuals | 5 | 20 |
| Health Education and Promoting Wellbeing | 5 | 20 |
| Team Management in Health and Social Care | 5 | 20 |
| Professional Supervision Practice in Health and Social Care | 5 | 20 |
| Research in Health and Social Care | 5 | 20 |
Progression
Successful completion of the Level 5 Health Care Diploma qualification provides learners with the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions. You can further study OTHM Level 6 Diplomas. The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care has been developed with career progression and professional recognition in mind. As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to gain direct entry into Year 3 (final year) of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme or directly into employment in an associated profession. WDC is the best choice for online health courses.
Assessment
Assessment is via assignment submission only.
No Exams
What could this qualification lead to?
As a result, you can gain direct employment in an associated profession. Individuals undertaking this qualification may work in roles such as:
- Adult nurse
- Care home manager
- Care worker
- Health promotion/education specialist
- Health service manager
- Learning disability nurse
- Mental health nurse
University Progressions
WDC learners can progress to the following universities, among others:
- Coventry University
- Canterbury Christ Church University
- Sunderland University
- Bath Spa University
- Buckinghamshire University
- University of Derby
- University of Northampton
- Anglia Ruskin University
- University of Portsmouth
Sample certificate
