The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

• 6 months
• 9 months

Online

In order to apply you should have either:

• Level 4 diploma or equivalent qualification or; 3 years work experience OR;

Units for the Level 5 Care Diploma course:

1. **Unit 1: Principles of Health and Social Care Management**
   - Understanding the healthcare system
   - Ethical and legal considerations
   - Quality assurance and improvement

2. **Unit 2: Managing Communication**
   - Effective communication strategies
   - Conflict resolution and negotiation
   - Cultural competence in communication

3. **Unit 3: People Management**
   - Leadership styles and theories
   - Team building and motivation
   - Performance evaluation and feedback

4. **Unit 4: Health and Safety Management**
   - Risk assessment and management
   - Health and safety legislation
   - Infection control and prevention

5. **Unit 5: Financial Management**
   - Budgeting and financial planning
   - Resource allocation
   - Financial reporting and accountability

6. **Unit 6: Quality and Service Improvement**
   - Continuous quality improvement
   - Service evaluation and enhancement
   - Patient-centered care

7. **Unit 7: Professional Development**
   - Lifelong learning and personal development
   - Career planning and progression
   - Reflective practice

8. **Unit 8: Research and Innovation in Health and Social Care**
   - Research methodologies
   - Evidence-based practice
   - Promoting innovation in care

9. **Unit 9: Legal and Ethical Issues in Care Management**
   - Legal frameworks and regulations
   - Ethical dilemmas and decision-making
   - Patient rights and advocacy

10. **Unit 10: Managing Change in Health and Social Care**
    - Change management theories
    - Implementing change initiatives
    - Overcoming resistance to change

These units provide a comprehensive foundation in care management, covering essential topics for professionals in the healthcare and social care sectors.

Assessment is via assignment submission

The fee for the programme is as follows:

• 6 months - Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
• 9 months - Standard mode @ GBP £950

The programme offers following fee payment plans:

6 months programme
● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 months programme
● Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
● Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

For detailed information, we kindly advise you to chat with our admissions team.