Level
Level 5
Health & Social CareUndergraduate
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
Complete Level 4 and Level 5 in one 240 credit route, then progress towards final year Top-Up study while building care management, safeguarding and leadership capability.
Course snapshot
Flexible study with guidance and progression support.
Credits
240 Credits
Delivery
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Start Date
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Duration
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Verified qualification facts
Official title
OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
Awarding organisation
OTHM
Qualification number
610/0333/5
Framework status
RQF qualification
Overview
Course overview
The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is a 240 credit pathway that combines Level 4 and Level 5 study. It is designed as a faster degree progression route for learners who want to complete the equivalent of the first two years of undergraduate study before moving towards final year Top-Up options where accepted. The programme develops both the professional foundation and management knowledge needed in health and social care, covering equality, communication, health and safety, assessment, resource management, safeguarding, wellbeing, team leadership, supervision and research methods.
Who It’s For
Suitable for different learner profiles.
Learners seeking a combined Level 4 and Level 5 health and social care management route
Care workers aiming to move into supervisory or management roles
Adult learners preparing for final year Top-Up degree progression
Learners who want a flexible online route into health and social care leadership
Applicants with relevant care experience who want a structured academic pathway
Learning Outcomes
What you’ll learn.
Equality, diversity and inclusion in health and social care
Professional development and academic writing
Communication in caring professions
Health and safety principles for health professionals
Assessment processes in care settings
Resource management in health and social care
Partnership working across health and social care services
Safeguarding and protection of vulnerable individuals
Health education and wellbeing promotion
Team management and professional supervision practice
Research methods in health and social care
Progression
Progression and career outcomes.
May support progression to a relevant Level 6 or final-year degree route, subject to acceptance by the receiving institution.
Possible career outcomes
Senior Care WorkerCare Team LeaderHealth and Social Care SupervisorService CoordinatorCommunity Support ManagerCare Quality AssistantSafeguarding Support OfficerHealth and Social Care Manager Trainee
Course Guidance
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