TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (RQF)

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Overview

The TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Care (RQF) is a specialised qualification designed for individuals who are aiming to become leaders or managers in residential childcare settings. This diploma equips learners with the skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to manage and lead teams within children’s residential care environments. It is ideal for individuals already working in leadership or supervisory roles in residential childcare who want to formalise and enhance their skills or for those looking to progress into managerial positions in this field.

Do you need to be working to take this qualification?

Learners must spend a minimum of 40 hours working, volunteering or on practical placement to be able to show competence in both knowledge and skills.

Delivery Methods

In order to cater to various learning styles, the London College of Professional Studies provides various delivery methods.

Learners are able to:

  • Firstly, Access All course materials, including online modules and written assignments,
  • Secondly, Gain teacher support.
  • In addition, Access the LCPS online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal).
  • Acquire Assignments Briefing
  • Receive excellent-quality study notes.
  • Moreover, Obtain assignment marks and feedback.
  • Additionally, Gain a fully accredited UK certificate.
  • Also Receive dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday).
  • Lastly, Gain full support until the completion of the course.

Duration

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

  • 06 Months (Fast Track)
  • 08 Months

Accreditation

TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Care (RQF) is accredited by Ofqual regulated awarding body.

Course Delivery

  • Online

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of level two in literacy and numeracy or equivalent. The qualification is suitable for learners of 19 years of age and above.

Module Structure

Learners must achieve 64 credits from all mandatory units and a minimum of 26 credits from the optional units

Required Units

Unit title Level Credit
Undertake, promote and support continuing Professional Development 5 4
Develop and support Health and Safety practice and lead risk management 5 5
Understand, lead and support effective information sharing, positive relationships and communication systems 5 5
Develop, engage with and support effective partnerships 5 6
Lead practice and support equality, diversity and inclusion promoting the rights of children and individuals 5 4
Understand children and young person’s development 5 6
Lead practice that supports positive outcomes for child and young person 5 6
Lead and develop the safeguarding practices and protection of children and young people 5 6
Lead, manage and develop an effective team 5 7
Lead and develop professional supervision practice 5 4
Manage resources and finance within own area of responsibility 5 5
Manage and support change 5 6

Optional Units

Unit title Level Credit
Undertake a research project within services 5 10
Lead and manage group living in residential childcare 5 4
Lead a service that can support children or young people who have experienced harm or abuse 5 4
Understand the youth justice system as it relates to residential childcare 6 4
Lead and manage support for disabled children and young people and their carer’s in residential childcare 5 8
Understand the care system and its impact on children and young people 5 5
Manage and develop quality practice and assurance 5 5
Lead and manage the safe usage of technology and online activity 5 4
Understand support for children and young people who are vulnerable and disadvantaged 5 5
Implement a Positive Relationship Policy in residential childcare 5 6

Who is it suitable for?

Who are looking for a higher-level qualification that will allow them to develop their skills and qualifications to move into leadership roles, overseeing care facilities and managing care teams.

What could this qualification lead to?

The TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (RQF) is an advanced qualification designed for individuals who are looking to develop their leadership and management skills in residential childcare settings. This diploma is ideal for those working in or aspiring to managerial roles in children’s residential homes, care facilities, or social services.

Comprehensive Leadership and Management Skills:

  • Legal and Regulatory Knowledge
  • Promoting Positive Outcomes for Children
  • Managing safeguards and risks
  • Understanding Child Development
  • Team Management and Staff Development
  • Communication and Relationship Building
  • Organisational Management

Progression

Successful learners can progress to other educational routes and/or job roles such as:

  • Children’s Young People Families Manager Apprenticeship
  • Residential Childcare Assistant Manager/Manager
  • Assistant Manager in within adult or children and young people’s social care settings

Assessment

This qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured via a portfolio of evidence.

Payment Plan

Option 1: Full Payment
Fee £1700
Fee (discounted) £1450
Option 2: Instalment Plan
Instalment Plan £300 Deposit

9 monthly instalments of £150

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