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Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management

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Ofqual-regulated | 120 credits | 6 or 9 months | No exams | Interest-free monthly plans

Summary

Price
£1,050
Funding options
Monthly (9 months): 5 × £210 = £1,050; Quarterly (9 months): 2 × £525 = £1,050; Pay in full (9 months): 1 × £997.50 = £997.50; Monthly (6 months): 3 × £450 = £1,350; Pay in full (6 months): 1 × £1,282.50 = £1,282.50. Pay-in-full prices include a 5% bursary. All plans are interest-free with no credit check.
Study method
Online
Course format
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management is delivered online by Healthcare Courses (UKPRN 10062390). Assessment is by written assignment, with no
Duration
9 months · Self-paced
Level
Advanced
Qualification
Regulated qualification - Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management (Ofqual 610/0333/5)
Additional info
Tutor support Certificate(s) included Finance available
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management

Overview

You will master workforce development, talent acquisition, and complex employment law within healthcare settings. It's designed for current managers and aspiring leaders aiming to elevate patient care quality through exceptional staff management.

Certificates

Level 5 Extended Diploma (Ofqual qualification no. 610/0333/5)

Curriculum

10 units

Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care

Human Resource Management in Healthcare

Healthcare Policy and Regulatory Affairs

Financial Decision Making for Healthcare Managers

Strategic Partnership Working

Safeguarding and Protecting Vulnerable Individuals

Quality and Service Improvement

Managing Healthcare Human Resources

Research Methods for Health Professionals

Personal and Professional Development

Description


You will master workforce development, talent acquisition, and complex employment law within healthcare settings. It's designed for current managers and aspiring leaders aiming to elevate patient care quality through exceptional staff management.


Advance your career with this comprehensive Level 5 Extended Diploma. Unlock your leadership potential today.

About this course

Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is your gateway to leadership. This comprehensive program, enhanced with a Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management, equips you with strategic leadership skills and specialized HR expertise for the healthcare sector. You will master workforce planning, talent acquisition, and employee relations, preparing you for roles like Health Service Manager or HR Business Partner. This unique dual qualification offers a distinct advantage, blending operational management with essential people management skills to drive quality care and organizational success in a dynamic health and social care environment.

Benefits of this qualification

The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with a Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management is critically significant in today's market. With the UK's health and social care sector facing a staffing crisis, evidenced by over 150,000 vacancies and an average vacancy rate of 8.2% across the NHS, skilled managers are in high demand. This qualification directly addresses this need by equipping professionals with advanced leadership and specialised healthcare human resources expertise. Graduates learn to navigate complex challenges like recruitment, retention, and workforce wellbeing—skills essential for improving patient outcomes and organisational resilience. In an industry where effective health and social care management is directly linked to service quality, this combined credential is a powerful asset for those aiming to lead and transform essential services.

Who is this course for?

Healthcare Professionals seeking career progression Enhance management skills (UK: 70% of NHS staff report wanting career progression, NHS Workforce Race Equality Standard, 2020) Social Care Workers aiming to lead teams Develop leadership skills (UK: 1.5 million social care workers, Skills for Care, 2021) HR Professionals new to Healthcare sector Gain sector-specific HR knowledge (UK: Healthcare is the largest employment sector, ONS, 2020) Care Home Managers looking to upskill Master strategic management (UK: 11,300 care homes, Care Quality Commission, 2021)

Requirements

A Level 4 diploma or certificate, or an equivalent or higher qualification. OR Candidates with over 2 years of professional experience are encouraged to apply and enhance their career potential. AND Minimum age of 18 years. * International applicants and qualifications are accepted.

Career path

The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with the Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management opens doors to vital roles shaping the UK's care sector. A Healthcare HR Manager is pivotal, overseeing recruitment and staff welfare to ensure high-quality patient care. As a Care Home Manager, you would lead operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and excellent service delivery. A Clinical Team Lead coordinates clinical staff, driving patient care standards and team performance. The role of a Social Care Coordinator involves organizing community-based support services, a key area in modern care models. Finally, a Health Service Manager works at a strategic level, planning and directing services within the NHS or private providers. The demand for skilled professionals in healthcare human resources and management is strong, driven by an aging population and evolving health policies, making this a secure and rewarding career path.

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Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management: FAQs

Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management takes around 9 months to complete and is self-paced, so you can study around work and family.

Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management leads to Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management (Ofqual 610/0333/5).

Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management costs £1,050. Finance is available to spread the cost.

The course price includes your certificate and tutor support. Check with the provider whether any exam or registration fees are charged separately.

A Level 4 diploma or certificate, or an equivalent or higher qualification. OR Candidates with over 2 years of professional experience are encouraged to apply and enhance their career potential. AND Minimum age of 18 years. * International applicants and qualifications are accepted.

Healthcare Professionals seeking career progression Enhance management skills (UK: 70% of NHS staff report wanting career progression, NHS Workforce Race Equality Standard, 2020) Social Care Workers aiming to lead teams Develop leadership skills (UK: 1.5 million social care workers, Skills for…

Yes. Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management with Professional Certificate in Healthcare Human Resources Management is studied online, so you can learn from anywhere in the UK.

Study method describes how the course is delivered: online/distance learning, in a classroom, or in-company at your workplace. On Demand courses can be started instantly.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points show the number of learning hours a course has been independently assessed to provide.
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