Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services
The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services is designed for practitioners who work with vulnerable people in social care settings. This qualification is suitable for those who work within the Adult and Childcare sector as a manager or team leader.
About this qualification
This qualification is designed to improve the quality of care provided to vulnerable people in adult, childcare and young people settings by guiding and assessing the development of knowledge and skills to confirm occupational competence. The course is aimed at Registered Managers, Deputy Managers, Assistant Managers and Senior Support Workers.
Course Structure
To gain this qualification, learners must complete the following units:
| Unit Number | Unit Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Use and develop systems that promote communication | 3 |
| 2 | Promote professional development | 3 |
| 3 | Champion equality, diversity and inclusion | 3 |
| 4 | Develop health and safety and risk management policies, procedures and practices | 5 |
| 5 | Working in partnership in health and social care or children and young people's settings | 4 |
| 6 | Understand safeguarding and protection in health and social care | 5 |
Course Delivery and Support
Online (Distance Learning)
Our online distance learning option allows you to complete this course at your own pace from the comfort of your home or workplace. You will be assigned a dedicated personal tutor who will provide expert guidance, constructive feedback, and individual support throughout your course. All learning materials, assignment templates, and study guides are accessible 24/7 via our online learning portal.
Blended Learning
Blended learning combines the flexibility of independent online study with targeted face-to-face or live virtual workshops. This option allows you to work through theory assignments in your own time while benefiting from interactive practical sessions.
How long is this course?
Key Facts
We expect learners to complete the course within 6 to 18 months depending on study pace and access to workplace evidence.
Entry Requirements
This course is open to anyone working in a management or leadership role in health and social care or children and young people's settings. Learners will be expected to have basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills. You are required to have access to the internet, computer and a word processor.
Assessment
The course is assessed by a portfolio of evidence. Assessment methods include prior learning, assignments, reflective accounts, witness statements, questioning, observations of practice and work products.
What can I do after completion?
You can go on to complete higher education qualifications or specialist management courses in health and social care.
Enrolment (Costs and Signing up)
Our course fees are fully inclusive and cover awarding body registration, dedicated tutor support, tutorial guidance, access to online learning resources, portfolio assessments, quality assurance and certification. There are no hidden fees. Payment is required within 5 days of booking.
Online / Distance Learning
Full cost: £1295. Instalments: deposit £230, 5 monthly instalments of £230.
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