# OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management > The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is an Ofqual-regulated Level 5 diploma in Health and Social Care Management worth 120 credits (1200 hours of total qualification time), delivered online and flexibly by LSIB, an OTHM approved centre. It is equivalent to Year 2 of a UK bachelor's degree. Most learners complete it in one year, studying part-time around work. - Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/othm-level-5-diploma-in-health-and-social-care-management/126 - Provider: [LSIB Diploma Courses](https://upskilluni.com/providers/lsib-diploma-courses) - Price: £950, buy online - Study method: Online - Duration: 9 months · Self-paced - Level: Intermediate - Qualification: Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management - Includes: tutor support, certificate, finance options - Subjects: [Health, Safety & Care](https://upskilluni.com/courses/health-safety-and-care), [Health and Social Care](https://upskilluni.com/courses/health-and-social-care) - Last updated: 2026-11-12 ## Description The objective of the OTHM 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 or further study 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. The Level 5 units give learners the opportunity to progress in specific subject occupational areas. Learners will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of effective partnership working, managing the care of vulnerable individuals, team management, professional supervision practices, health education, promoting wellbeing and how to complete a research project on a relevant Health and Social Care topic. Successful completion of this qualification will equip learners with industry-specific and practical skills, enabling them to apply their knowledge in the workplace, enhance their career prospects and allow progression to further study. ## Curriculum - Working in Partnership in Health and Social Care - Managing the Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Individuals - Health Education and Promoting Wellbeing - Team Management in Health and Social Care - Professional Supervision Practice in Health and Social Care - Research Methods in Health and Social Care ## Who is this course for? This Level 5 diploma suits learners who hold a Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience and want second-year degree-level knowledge in health and social care management. Study fully online with tutor support from LSIB, with no fixed timetable. Assessment by assignments, so you can evidence learning from your own workplace. This qualification carries 120 credits, a full level of study, so you can progress one level at a time. ## Entry requirements These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above. The entry profile for learners who wish to study this qualification is likely to include at least one of the following: Relevant Level 4 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification GCE Advanced level in 3 subjects or equivalent qualification Mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme) If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country, they must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit the English Language Expectations… ## Certificates OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management (Ofqual qualification number 610/1537/4). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee. ## Career path Successful completion of the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including progression to relevant OTHM Level 6 Diplomas. ## Funding Standard mode (9 months): £950. Fast-track mode (6 months): £1,250. Pay monthly or quarterly in instalments, or pay in full and save 5%. A £10 enrolment fee is paid on application.