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Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management: Your Pathway to Success

Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management

Elevate your skills in Health and Social Care Management with our Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma. Gain a UK-accredited high credit qualification and advance your career. Learn more today!

The Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is a rapidly growing qualification, with estimated UK learner numbers projected to increase from 135,000 in 2026 to 145,000 by 2027.

Delivered online by London School of International Business, the school behind Healthcare Courses. Ofqual-regulated qualifications with flexible payment plans and admissions support seven days a week.

Study online Standard mode: 15 months track From GBP £1500
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Why enrol on this course?

Market Demand Outlook for Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
Estimated UK learners — Illustrative UK estimates — not official enrolment

About this course

  1. Lead healthcare teams effectively
  2. Understand and comply with health policies and regulations
  3. Evaluate performance in health and social care services for improvement
  4. Grasp the ethical considerations of healthcare decision-making
  5. Implement strategies to improve service delivery in Health and Social Care settings

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for healthcare professionals with a background in the field and a desire to advance. Applicants should have completed Level 4 in Health and Social Care or equivalent work experience.
  • Previous experience as a healthcare assistant or support worker
  • Degree in related fields such as nursing, social work, or allied health professions

Key facts

Award: Diploma high credit
Level: Diploma
Course type: Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
Awarding body: OTHM, UK - an Awarding body by the UK Government’s regulator - OfQual.
Duration: Fast-Track: 10 months / Standard mode: 15 months
Fee: GBP £2200 (Fast-Track) / GBP £1500 (Standard)
Qualification number: [not provided]
Credits: 240

Why this course?

According to Skills for Care (2019), job vacancies in the health and social care sector have seen a +18% increase. This Diploma, with its focus on essential management skills, prepares students to fill these roles, setting them up for success within an expanding industry.

Why This Course
Illustrative UK estimates for this qualification — not official enrolment
YearEstimated UK learners
2026135,000
2027145,000

Career path

Roles for Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management Graduates
Industry share (%)

Course information

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

  • Fast-Track: 10 months
  • Standard mode: 15 months
Course delivery

Online

Entry requirements
  • A Level 4 diploma or certificate, or an equivalent or higher qualification.
  • OR Candidates with over 2 years of professional experience are encouraged to apply and enhance their career potential.
  • AND Minimum age of 18 years.
* International applicants and qualifications are accepted.
Course content
• Health and Social Care Leadership and Management
• Managing Quality in Health and Social Care Settings
• Principles of Health and Social Care Practice
• Safeguarding and Protecting Vulnerable Individuals
• Partnership Working in Health and Social Care
• Managing Finance in Health and Social Care Organisations
• Research Methods for Health and Social Care Professionals
• Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care
• Health Promotion and Public Health
• Ethical and Legal Issues in Health and Social Care Management
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

● Payment option (a): GBP £275 x 8 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1100 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (c): GBP £2090 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bur

Standard mode: 15 months programme

● Payment option (d): GBP £125 x 12 monthly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £500 x 3 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (f): GBP £750 x 2 half instalments
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Accreditation
OTHM, UK - an Awarding body by the UK Government’s regulator - OfQual.

Who delivers this course

Qualification
Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
Delivered by
London School of International Business (LSIB) · UKPRN 10062390
Awarded by
OTHM, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
Level
RQF Levels 5, 6
Assessment
Written assignments, no exams
Support
Admissions team, 7 days a week
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