Medicine & Healthcare

OTHM LEVEL 5 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE MANAGEMENT

Overview 


The objective of the OTHM Level 5 Extended 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.

Learners will study level 4 and 5 units, worth 120 credits per academic year with a total credit value of 240 credits (equivalent to the first 2 years of an honours degree).


The Level 4 units lay the foundations of learning by providing an introduction to contemporary Health and Social Care topics.


The units combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of equality, diversity, professional development, patient assessment, resource management, health and safety, risk assessment, and communication.


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, safeguarding, health education, team management, professional supervision practices and how to complete a research project.


Successful completion of this qualification will equip learners with industry-specific and practical skills, enabling them to successfully apply their knowledge in the workplace, enhance their career prospects and allow progression to further study.


Entry requirements


  • OTHM Level 5 qualifications: Learners aged 18 or above
  • The entry profile for learners is likely to include at least one of the following:
  • Relevant Level 3 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification
  • GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent qualification
  • Mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)


Duration

2 years

Category

Medicine & Healthcare

Course Level

Diploma / HND

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