Level 5 Extended Diploma in Management for Health and Social Care
You will develop knowledge in core subjects and gain the skills to show competence in your role from a selection of option units.
About the course
This qualification is the equivalent level to the second year of a bachelor’s degree. It is for learners who are seeking to progress to a higher education institution to take the third year of a bachelor’s degree course in an area of management within the healthcare sector.
To achieve this qualification, you will need to complete optional units as well as these mandatory units:
- Facilitating Change in Health and Social Care
- Managing Communication
- People Management
- Research Project
Features and Benefits
- The ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Management for Health and Social Care is a 120 credit Ofqual Regulated Qualification equivalent to the second year of a bachelor’s degree. See link for university progression routes.
- Better job prospects. The qualification shows employers that you have reached a nationally recognised standard in health and social care.
Meet Us
Whether you’ve already made your decision about what you want to study, or you’re just considering your options, there are lots of ways you can meet us and find out more about the course. We offer:
- Open days
- Chats with current and past students
Entry Requirements
For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
- prior study in Healthcare Management or related subjects at level 4 or above
- A level 4 qualification for example an ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Management for Health and Social Care
- Learners may also have relevant work experience.
English requirements. If English is not your first language, we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills:
- IELTs 5.5
- Functional skills (English) with a Pass
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
Enroll for Course
Our course advisors are here to help guide you and ensure that you choose the right course for you and your career journey.
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What you need to know
- When does the course starts: flexible starting dates?
- What is the length of the course? 9-12 months
- Where will I study? classroom, via distance learning or blended.
- How will be graded? Pass or fail.
- What is the course fee? £1,800 and the deposit of £450 is required before sessions begin. Instalments can be arranged for full payment of the course. To find out if you are eligible for government funding, visit this website https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan/eligibility