The objective of the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career or further study in the health and social care sector at a managerial level. The programme enables learners to demonstrate their skills by producing evidence from their work or training activities.
The units combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of equality, diversity, professional development, patient assessment, resource management, health and safety, risk assessment, and communication.
| Module Name | 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 |
| 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 |
Successful completion of the qualification, provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including the Level 6 Health and Social Care Management programmes