Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
This combined online programme covers 2 regulated diplomas (Levels 4–5) in health and social care management.
Delivered online by Healthcare Courses. Ofqual-regulated qualifications with flexible payment plans and admissions support seven days a week.
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This is an English qualification. All assignments must be completed in English. Your certificate will be issued in English.
Why enrol on this course?
This combined online programme covers 2 regulated diplomas (Levels 4–5) in health and social care management. You study each level in sequence, earn separate certificates, and can spread fees with instalment plans shown below.
Assessment is by assignment only (no exams). Tutor support is available throughout.
Qualifications in this bundle
QANs and credits are from OTHM and the Ofqual register. Each qualification below is an OTHM regulated diploma on this pathway.
| RQF level | Regulated qualification | Credits | Ofqual QAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| RQF 4 | OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management | 120 | 610/0784/5 |
| RQF 5 | OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management | 120 | 610/1537/4 |
| Total (Ofqual credits, listed components) | 240 | ||
Qualification structure
The Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management and Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is a 240-credit qualification awarded by OTHM, Ofqual number 610/0784/5, 610/1537/4. It has 12 mandatory units, 2,400 hours total qualification time and 1,200 guided learning hours. Assessment is coursework. Healthcare Courses delivers the programme online. Fees start at £1,500. A typical duration is 10 or 15 months.
OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
| Mandatory unit | Credits |
|---|---|
| Promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Health and Social Care | 20 |
| Professional Development and Academic Writing Skills | 20 |
| Communication in the Caring Professions | 20 |
| Principles of Health and Safety for Health Professions | 20 |
| Assessment Processes in Health and Social Care Settings | 20 |
| Resource Management in Health and Social Care | 20 |
Ofqual qualification number 610/0784/5. Total qualification time 1,200 hours. Guided learning hours 600. View 610/0784/5 on the Ofqual register.
Typical entry is a relevant Level 3 diploma, two A-levels, or, from age 21, management experience that the centre accepts before registration. Learners are usually 18 or over.
OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
| Mandatory unit | Credits |
|---|---|
| Working in Partnership in Health and Social Care | 20 |
| Managing the Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Individuals | 20 |
| Health Education and Promoting Wellbeing | 20 |
| Team Management in Health and Social Care | 20 |
| Professional Supervision Practice in Health and Social Care | 20 |
| Research Methods in Health and Social Care | 20 |
Ofqual qualification number 610/1537/4. Total qualification time 1,200 hours. Guided learning hours 600. View 610/1537/4 on the Ofqual register.
Typical entry is a relevant Level 4 diploma, three A-levels, or, from age 21, management experience that the centre accepts before registration. Learners are usually 18 or over.
About this course
- Analyze healthcare delivery models
- Develop quality improvement policies and procedures for health and social care settings
- Manage financial resources effectively in healthcare organisations
- Understand the regulatory environment impacting the health and social care sector
- Implement ethical practices within healthcare management
Who is this course for?
- Individuals seeking entry-level positions in healthcare and social care
- Professionals in related fields who wish to switch careers or upgrade their skills
- Healthcare professionals aiming for career progression within the sector
Key facts
- Programme: 2 separate regulated diplomas (Levels 4–5), studied in sequence; separate certificates per level.
- Credits: 240 Ofqual credits across the 2 regulated components in the table below.
- Fees: GBP £2200 / GBP £1500 (see durations below).
- Awarding bodies: OTHM. Each QAN links to the Ofqual register in the table below.
- Assessment: Assignments only; no exams.
- Study mode: 100% online.
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Career path
Career progression by level
| Level | Typical roles | Next step |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Team leader, service coordinator | Deputy manager / middle management (employer-dependent) |
| 5 | Deputy manager, service manager, team leader | Senior management and registered-manager routes where employers require Level 5 leadership (check Skills for Care guidance) |
Course information
Duration
The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- Fast-Track: 10 months
- Standard mode: 15 months
Course delivery
Online
Entry requirements
Starting at Level 4: A Level 3 qualification in a related subject, or relevant work experience in health and social care, is normally expected; admissions will confirm your start level against OTHM rules.
Joining partway: If you already hold relevant diplomas, admissions will map your prior learning to the correct start level.
Leaving the pathway: You keep certificates for levels you fully complete. Instalment plans and refunds are governed by our terms — speak to admissions before you stop mid-pathway.
Course content
OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management (610/0784/5)
- 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)
OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management (610/1537/4)
- 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)
Assessment
Assessment is via assignment submission.
Fee structure
The fee for the programme is as follows:
- Fast-Track: 10 months — Accelerated mode @ GBP £2200
- Standard mode: 15 months — Standard mode @ GBP £1500
Fee payment plans
The programme offers the following fee payment plans:
Fast-Track: 10 months programme
● Plan A: GBP £275 x 8 monthly● Plan B: GBP £1100 x 2 quarterly
● Plan C: GBP £2090 once (5% off if paid in full)
Standard mode: 15 months programme
● Plan A: GBP £125 x 12 monthly● Plan B: GBP £500 x 3 quarterly
● Plan C: GBP £750 x 2 half instalments
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Accreditation
Frequently asked questions
Is the Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management one qualification or several?
It is a combined pathway. You study each level as its own regulated diploma, and the Ofqual numbers on this page are 610/0784/5, 610/1537/4. Together they form the Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management route at Healthcare Courses.
What are the Ofqual numbers for the Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management?
The Ofqual qualification numbers for this pathway are 610/0784/5, 610/1537/4. Each number belongs to one diploma in the stack. You can open each number on the Ofqual register from the links on this page. Healthcare Courses publishes the fee and duration for Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management on this page.
Are these diplomas Ofqual-regulated?
Yes. Each diploma in the Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management pathway is listed on the Ofqual register under the numbers 610/0784/5, 610/1537/4. Regulation sits with the awarding organisation for that diploma, not with a marketing bundle name.
What does the Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management cost and how long does it take?
Healthcare Courses delivers the Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management online. Fees start at £1,500. A typical duration is 10 or 15 months. The credit total published for this pathway is shown in the course facts on this page.
Can I join the Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management partway through the levels?
Ask admissions before you enrol. Some learners join with credit for a completed level, and some start at the first diploma in the pathway. The admissions team checks your prior qualifications against the entry rules for each level. Healthcare Courses publishes the fee and duration for Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management on this page.
Can I study the Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management from outside the UK?
Yes. The Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is taught online by Healthcare Courses, so you can study from outside the UK if you meet the entry and English requirements. Admissions confirms eligibility before enrolment.
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Who delivers this course
- Qualification
- Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
- Delivered by
- Healthcare Courses (HCC) · UKPRN 10062390
- Awarded by
- OTHM, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
- Level
- RQF Levels 4, 5
- Ofqual qualification number
- 610/0784/5;610/1537/4
- Assessment
- Written assignments, no exams
- Support
- Admissions team, 7 days a week
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