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OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management

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Ofqual-regulated RQF Level 5 | 240 credits | Online with tutor support | No exams | Start any month

Summary

Price
£950
Funding options
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.
Study method
Online
Course format
Online via the LSIB learning platform: unit materials, assignment briefs and tutor support; assessed by assignments (no exams); no fixed timetable.
Duration
9 months · Self-paced
Level
Intermediate
Qualification
Regulated qualification - Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
Additional info
Tutor support Certificate(s) included Finance available

Overview

The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is an Ofqual-regulated Level 5 extended diploma in Health and Social Care Management worth 240 credits (2400 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 two years, studying part-time around work.

Certificates

OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management (Ofqual qualification number 610/0333/5). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee.

Curriculum

12 units

Promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Health and Social Care 20 credits

Professional Development and Academic Writing Skills 20 credits

Communication in the Caring Professions 20 credits

Principles of Health and Safety for Health Professions 20 credits

Assessment Processes in Health and Social Care Settings 20 credits

Resource Management in Health and Social Care 20 credits

Working in Partnership in Health and Social Care 20 credits

Managing the Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Individuals 20 credits

Health Education and Promoting Wellbeing 20 credits

Team Management in Health and Social Care 20 credits

Professional Supervision Practice in Health and Social Care 20 credits

Research Methods in Health and Social Care 20 credits

Description

The objective of the OTHM Level 5 Extended 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.

Learners will study level 4 and 5 units, worth 120 credits per academic year with a total credit value of 240 credits (equivalent to the first 2 years of an honours degree).

The Level 4 units lay the foundations of learning by providing an introduction to contemporary Health and Social Care topics.

The units combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of equality, diversity, professional development, patient assessment, resource management, health and safety, risk assessment, and communication.

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, safeguarding, health education, team management, professional supervision practices and how to complete a research project.

Successful completion of this qualification will equip learners with industry-specific and practical skills, enabling them to successfully apply their knowledge in the workplace, enhance their career prospects and allow progression to further study.

Who is this course for?

This Level 5 extended 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.

Requirements

These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above. The entry profile for learners is likely to include at least one of the following: Relevant Level 3 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification GCE Advanced level in 2 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) English requirements: 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 page.

Career path

Successful completion of the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management, provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management. University progression routes published by OTHM include: University College Birmingham: progress to BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care (top-up); University of Greater Manchester: progress to BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care (top-up); University of Staffordshire: progress to year 3 of Health and Social Care BSc (Hons); University of Sunderland: progress to BSc (Hons) in Health and Social Care (top-up); University of the Highlands and Islands: progress to year 3 of BA (Hons) Health and Social….

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OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management: FAQs

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

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management leads to Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management.

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management costs £950. 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.

These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above. The entry profile for learners is likely to include at least one of the following: Relevant Level 3 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent qualification…

This Level 5 extended 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…

Yes. OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care 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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