Qualifi | Regulated Qualification | RQF Level 5 | 6 months - 12 months | Online (Self-Paced) | Instalment plans
The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care is ideal for experienced professionals aiming to move into management and leadership positions.
The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care is perfect for experienced care professionals who are ready to step up into leadership roles.
Completing the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care will enable learners to progress to: Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in related areas Bachelor’s degree second year Employment in an associated profession.
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The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care is ideal for experienced professionals aiming to move into management and leadership positions. This qualification deepens your understanding of care leadership and governance, preparing you to manage teams, services, and care delivery with confidence and compassion.
5 units
The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care helps you move from providing care to leading it with confidence. It’s designed for experienced professionals who are ready to take on more responsibility, manage teams, and improve the quality of care services. This course focuses on helping you grow as a thoughtful and capable leader.
At the same time, you’ll learn how to reflect on your work, think critically, and make informed decisions in real-life situations. It also builds your problem-solving skills, so you can handle challenges in a practical and effective way. The course prepares you to work with other professionals, adapt to change, and respond to the evolving needs of the sector.
Throughout the programme, you’ll develop valuable skills that employers look for, such as communication, leadership, and the ability to apply knowledge in both familiar and new situations. The diploma includes 5 mandatory units, with a total of 120 credits. A key part of the course is a practical research project based on real workplace challenges, giving you the chance to create solutions that truly make a difference.
Once you finish the course, you’ll be ready to move into leadership positions or continue your learning journey with advanced qualifications.
Course Details
The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care includes 5 mandatory units and is worth 120 credits. The total qualification time is 1200 hours, with at least 500 guided learning hours recommended.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 601/5442/1
Unit Reference Mandatory Units Level TQT Credits GLH K/505/9496 Principles Underpinning Health and Social Care 5 200 20 100 A/505/9521 The Management of Quality in Health and Social Care 5 200 20 100 H/505/9500 Research Project 5 400 40 100 A/505/9499 Partnership working in Health and Social Care 5 200 20 100 T/505/9520 Working with Service users with Complex Needs 5 200 20 100Accreditation
The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care is accredited on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). Each unit has its own RQF code, and the full course carries its own unique Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN: 601/5442/1) shown on the final certificate. Learners can verify this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications for verification and further details.
QUALIFI is an awarding body approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), reference RN5160. Ofqual makes sure qualifications meet high standards, while QUALIFI ensures the course is reliable, quality-checked, and meaningful for your career. LCFT Business School offers these RQF qualifications through QUALIFI, giving you respected, recognised credentials that help you grow and succeed in health and social care. QUALIFI maintains strong progression arrangements with several UK universities, allowing learners to gain entry into relevant degree top-up and Master’s top-up programmes, supporting both academic and professional progression.
Assessment
The qualification follows an assignment-based assessment approach, giving you the opportunity to explain your ideas and demonstrate your understanding with confidence. Instead of exam pressure, the focus is on flexible and practical learning through assignments and report writing. LCFT Business School internally assesses all units and externally verifies them by Qualifi Ltd, ensuring quality and credibility.
Each unit is marked against clear criteria, so you always know what is expected, and to pass, you simply need to demonstrate that you have met all the learning outcomes. Throughout the process, your assessor will review your work and provide constructive feedback to support your progress and help you succeed.
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