OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
This OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma prepares students for management roles in health and social care, emphasizing practical skills in patient care, resource management, safety, and professional standards. It combines theoretical and applied knowledge, equipping learners with essential competencies for the sector.
Entry Requirements:
Designed for learners 18 and older, the diploma requires a Level 3 qualification or relevant experience in the sector.
Equivalences:
The diploma aligns with the second year of a UK Bachelor’s degree or an HND qualification.
Duration and Delivery:
This two-year program is adaptable for full-time or part-time students, with options for online or in-person study at approved centers.
Assessment and Verification:
Assessment criteria focus on practical evidence of skills, verified by OTHM.
Progression:
Completing the diploma enables progression to Level 6 qualifications or related Bachelor’s programs.
Course Outlines / Modules
Level 4: 6 Mandatory units
- Promoting Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
- Professional Development and Academic Writing Skills (20 credits)
- Communication in the Caring Professions (20 credits)
- Principles of Health and Safety for Health Professions (20 credits)
- Assessment Processes in Health and Social Care Settings (20 credits)
- Resource Management in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
Level 5: 6 Mandatory units
- Working in Partnership in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
- Managing the Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Individuals (20 credits)
- Health Education and Promoting Wellbeing (20 credits)
- Team Management in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
- Professional Supervision Practice in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
- Research Methods in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
Course Short Video
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