OTHM | Regulated Qualification | RQF Level 5 | 12 months – 24 months | Online (Self-Paced) | Instalment plans
The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management empowers you to progress from a hands-on care role to an effective leader.
The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is ideal for those aiming for leadership or management roles in the health and social care sector.
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The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management empowers you to progress from a hands-on care role to an effective leader. This comprehensive qualification combines Level 4 and Level 5 learning to build your leadership skills, support professional growth, and develop advanced knowledge for the next step in your care career.
12 units
The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management prepares you for leadership roles where you guide teams and deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care. You’ll develop practical skills in leadership, communication, and care management, along with the confidence to take on supervisory and managerial responsibilities.
The course includes both Level 4 and Level 5 units, with 120 credits per year and a total of 240 credits, equivalent to the first two years of a UK honours degree. It consists of 12 mandatory units, with a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 2400 hours and a minimum of 1200 Guided Learning Hours (GLH). At Level 4, you’ll build a strong foundation in key areas such as equality and diversity, communication, health and safety, and resource management, combining theory with practical learning.
At Level 5, you’ll progress into more specialised topics, including partnership working, managing care for vulnerable individuals, team leadership, and professional supervision. You’ll also complete a research project to apply your knowledge in real-world settings.
Designed for working professionals, this flexible online qualification offers dedicated tutor support throughout your journey. By the end, you’ll gain practical, industry-relevant skills to advance into roles such as Team Leader, Deputy Manager, or Care Supervisor, while also opening pathways to further study.
Course Details
The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management consists of 12 mandatory units, 240 credits with a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 2400 hours and a minimum of 1200 Guided Learning Hours (GLH). To complete the qualification, you’ll study 6 units at Level 4 and 6 units at Level 5, building your knowledge progressively across both levels.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (610/0333/5)
Unit Ref. No. Unit title Level Credit GLH K/650/1117 Promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Health and Social Care 4 20 100 K/650/1144 Professional Development and Academic Writing 4 20 100 L/650/1118 Communication in the Caring Professions 4 20 100 M/650/1119 Principles of Health and Safety for Health Professions 4 20 100 L/650/1136 Assessment Processes in Health and Social Care Settings 4 20 100 M/650/1137 Resource Management in Health and Social Care 4 20 100 R/650/1138 Working in Partnership in Health and Social Care 5 20 100 T/650/1139 Managing the Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Individuals 5 20 100 D/650/1140 Health Education and Promoting Wellbeing 5 20 100 F/650/1141 Team Management in Health and Social Care 5 20 100 H/650/1142 Professional Supervision Practice in Health and Social Care 5 20 100 J/650/1143 Research Methods in Health and Social Care 5 20 100Accreditation
The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is accredited by OTHM Qualifications. OTHM is an awarding body approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), reference RN5284. Ofqual makes sure qualifications meet high standards, while OTHM ensures the course is reliable, quality-checked, and meaningful for your career. LCFT Business School offers these RQF qualifications through OTHM, giving you respected, recognised credentials that help you grow and succeed in health and social care.
Learners can verify this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications for confirmation and further details. This qualification holds the Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (610/0333/5). OTHM also maintains strong progression arrangements with several UK universities, allowing learners who complete Level 3 to Level 7 qualifications to gain advanced entry into relevant degree top-up and Master’s top-up programmes. This supports both academic and professional progression.
Assessment
The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is assessed internally by LCFT Business School and externally verified by OTHM to maintain quality and consistency. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced system, meaning learners must meet all required learning outcomes to achieve a pass. Assessment is assignment-based, requiring learners to demonstrate their knowledge and skills clearly.
Each unit includes clear guidance and defined marking criteria to help learners understand expectations. Learners must provide sufficient evidence that meets the required standards for each outcome. This structured approach ensures clarity, supports achievement, and prepares learners for real-world roles in health and social care.
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