Introduction

The objective of the Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification is to develop learners’ understanding of policy, management theory and practice in health and social care. It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals, services users and policy makers in their own country.

It will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the hospitals/social care industry. It combines both theoretical and practical knowledge in the health and social care profession. The qualification will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective performance, planning and accountability, development and team leadership. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within health care administration and/or management.

Successful completion of the Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their study towards a relevant Master’s programme with advanced standing.

Entry Requirements

• An honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification
• Mature learners with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)
• Learner must be 21 years old 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 7 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)

Mandatory Units

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

Certification

Students who successfully complete the program will be awarded Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management by an Ofqual regulated awarding body, United Kingdom.

Fee

Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management – £2200

Easy Monthly Instalment plan starting from – £240

Progression Pathway

The knowledge developed will enable you to progress to further study such as:

Achieving the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their further study.

As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to progress to Master’s top-up programmes at many universities in the UK and overseas with advanced standing.

Career opportunities

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, homecare, dementia and end-of-life care.