Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management (OTHM)

The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is designed to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and practice required to be at the forefront of leadership and management in health and social care industry. The diploma builds on Level 4 learning and provides a detailed study of key areas, such as safeguarding, health, and safety; person-centred care; quality improvement; communication skills; people management; and organisational leadership.

Benefits of Doing a Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management Course Online

The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is a flexible, accessible, and career-centered pathway that can help learners to develop their skills in the area. Key benefits include:

1. Flexible Learning 
   • The learners are able to learn at their convenience and time, which is suitable to those who have other engagements such as work or family. 
2. Cost-Effective 
   • Online learning eliminates traveling, accommodation and other costs of campuses and education has become relatively cheap. 
3. Access to Quality Resources 
   • The online learning portal will allow students to access interactive digital learning facilities, recorded lectures, case studies, and specific tutor assistance. 
4. Career Advancement Opportunities 
   • The qualification helps to acquire important leadership and management skills that help in advancing in the career and supervisory positions within the health and social care sector. 

Course Delivery 

The qualification is provided entirely online with the help of: 

• Virtual Learning Platform: The study materials and resources are available 24/7. 
• Tutor Support: Regular instruction through email, internet discussion forums. 
• Independent Study: This is a study where the learners learn on their own with structured direction. 
• Obtaining assignment: Marking and feedback. 
• Online Assessment: Assignments, projects, and portfolios submitted on LSM. 
• Acquire: Preparation of assignments, research lesson plan. 
• Get an excellent-quality study notes. 
• Get special customer service through chat, phone, and email (Monday-Friday).

• To study an Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management learner must be aged of 18.
• Learners who possess Qualifications at Level 3 or equivalent.

This qualification is designed to provide you with the necessary skills and recognition in your field. Upon successful completion, you will receive an official certification.

• Assessment is via assignment submission only.
• No Exams

Average completion timeframe (Course Duration)

• The average time it takes our learners to complete the course is 7-12 months.
• Learners are granted a maximum of two years’ access to complete the course from the date of enrolment.

On successful completion of the qualification, the learners are able to advance in various aspects:

1. Higher Education

Students can advance to higher levels of qualification which include:

• Level 6 Diploma in Management of Health and Social Care.
• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BSc) in Health and Social Care, Healthcare Management or Public Health.
• Top-up at UK universities of recognition (individual entry requirements apply).

2. Employment Opportunities

Students will have an opportunity to progress to various senior and managerial positions in health and social care employers, such as:

• Health and Social Care Manager.
• Care Home Manager
• Team Leader or Supervisor
• Service Manager or Coordinator.
• Community Support Manager