Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management

The objective of the Level 5 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.

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, team management, professional supervision practices, health education, promoting wellbeing and how to complete a research project on a relevant Health and Social Care topic.

These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above.

The entry profile for learners who wish to study this qualification is likely to include at least one of the following:

• Relevant Level 4 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification
• GCE Advanced level in 3 subjects or equivalent qualification
• Mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience

The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits

• Working in Partnership in Health and Social Care
• Managing the Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Individuals
• Health Education and Promoting Wellbeing
• Team Management in Health and Social Care
• Professional Supervision Practice in Health and Social Care
• Research Methods in Health and Social Care

A Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management opens up a variety of career opportunities in the healthcare and social care sectors. This qualification prepares individuals for leadership and managerial roles, allowing them to oversee care services, manage teams, and ensure compliance with health regulations.

• Care Home Manager – Oversee operations, staff, and resident care in nursing or residential homes.
• Domiciliary Care Manager – Manage home care services for elderly or disabled individuals.
• Healthcare Supervisor – Lead teams in hospitals, clinics, or community healthcare settings.
• Social Care Manager – Supervise social care programs supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Mental Health Support Worker – Assist individuals with mental health conditions in various settings.
• Learning Disabilities Coordinator – Provide support and programs for people with disabilities.
• Substance Misuse Worker – Support individuals in recovery from addiction.
• Rehabilitation Officer – Help individuals regain independence after illness or injury.
• Quality Assurance Officer – Ensure care services meet industry standards and regulations.
• Safeguarding Officer – Oversee policies protecting vulnerable individuals.
• Health and Safety Officer – Implement safety policies in care facilities.
• Health and Social Care Trainer – Teach and mentor new care workers.
• Assessor for Health and Social Care – Evaluate the performance of care professionals.

Successful completion of the Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including progression to relevant Level 6 Diplomas.

The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management has been developed with career progression and professional recognition in mind

As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to gain direct entry into Final year of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree.