Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
The objective of Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career 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 activities, to meet national occupational standards. Learners will acquire care management skills in the Health and Social Care sector.
Course Details
Qualification Reference
603/6820/2
Level
6
Duration
- 9 Months (Fast Track)
- 12 Months (Normal Track)
Fees
- One-off fee £2000
- Interest free payment plan: £220 deposit, followed by 9 monthly payment of £220. Total: £2200
Delivery
Online or Blended Learning
Entry Requirements
- Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 5 diploma or equivalent overseas qualification as recognised by UK NARIC
- Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)
- A learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
- English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency.
Qualification Details
- Qualification Title: Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
- Duration: 12 months
- Modes of Study: Online learning / Blended
- Assessment: It will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods. This could include direct observation in the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task (No Exams)
- Awarding Body: OTHM
Course Content
Mandatory Units
- Unit 1: Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
- Unit 2: Managing Quality in Health and Social Care Settings (20 credits)
- Unit 3: Principles of Leadership and Management (20 credits)
- Unit 4: Health and Safety in Health and Social Care Settings (20 credits)
- Unit 5: Resource Management in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
- Unit 6: Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals (20 credits)
Study Support
Rhythmic Skills will provide support to Learners:
- Access all course materials, including online modules and written assignments.
- Gain Teacher support
- Access Rhythmic Skills online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal)
- Acquire Assignments briefing
- Receive excellent quality study notes.
- Obtain Assignment marking and feedback.
- Access Free Online Library.
- Receive Dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday)
- Gain Full support until the completion of the course
Career Opportunity
Learners may work in residential or nursing homes, domiciliary care, day centres, a person’s own home or some clinical healthcare settings.
Roles where this qualification may be suitable include:
- Registered Manager of a service or unit
- Deputy or Assistant Manager
- Day Services Manager
- Officers in Charge
These roles could all specialise in a variety of areas such as learning disability, mental health, drug and alcohol misuse, home care, dementia and end-of-life care.
Progression Pathway
The knowledge developed will enable you to progress to further study such as:
- Level 7 Diplomas