Overview
This Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is intended for people who have some experience or a Level 3 qualification in the Health and Social Care Industry. It is therefore for people who seek advancement in their careers. They look towards a management position or want to use it to satisfy the CQC ongoing learning requirements. A level 4 health care diploma is perfect for those people.
Delivery Methods
London College of Professional Studies provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners which include blended learning, online learning, distance learning and in class. The learners can choose the mode of study at their convenience.
Learners are able to:
- Access All course materials, including online modules and written assignments
- Gain Teacher support
- Access LCPS online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal)
- Acquire Assignments briefing
- Receive Excellent quality study notes
- Obtain Assignment marking and feedback
- Gain Fully accredited UK courses
- Receive Dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday)
- Gain Full support until the completion of the course
Duration
Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care is available in 2 duration:
- 6 Month (Fast Track)
- 9 Month
Accreditation
This Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care is accredited by Ofqual Awarding body OTHM.
Course Delivery
The learner can select one mode of study
- Online
- Blended Learning
Entry Requirements
For entry onto the Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification, learners must possess:
- Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 diploma or equivalent recognised qualification, or
- Learners must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course.
Module Structure
The OTHM Diploma in Health and Social Care Management consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits.
| Mandatory unit title | Level | Credit |
| Promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Health and Social Care | 4 | 20 |
| Professional Development and Academic Writing | 4 | 20 |
| Communication in the Caring Profession | 4 | 20 |
| Principles of Health and Safety for Health Professions | 4 | 20 |
| Assessment Processes in Health and Social Care Settings | 4 | 20 |
| Resource Management in Health and Social Care | 4 | 20 |
Progression
Successful completion of the Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification provides learners with the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including progression to relevant OTHM Level 5 Diplomas. The Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management has been developed with career progression and professional recognition in mind. As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual, (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) learners are eligible to gain direct entry into Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme or directly into employment in an associated profession.
Assessment
Assessment is via assignment submission only.
No Exams
What could this qualification lead to?
As a result you get direct employment as an associated profession. The people who are undertaking this qualification would work in job roles such as:
- Care Worker.
- Community Worker.
- Care Assistant.
- Support Worker/Officer.
- Healthcare Assistant.
- Senior Workers.
- Team Leaders.
University Progressions:
LCPS learners can get progressions to the following Universities.
For Example:
- Coventry University
- Canterbury Christ Church University
- Sunderland University
- Bath Spa University
- Buckinghamshire University
- University of Derby
- University of Northampton
- Anglia Ruskin University
- University of Portsmouth
- and others.
