OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
An Ofqual-regulated, RQF Level 6 qualification equipping learners with managerial knowledge, skills, and competencies for career advancement in the health and social care sector, equivalent to a Bachelor's degree.
Course Features
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is a fully regulated and nationally recognised qualification offering a structured, flexible learning experience for health and social care professionals.
- Qualification Number: 603/6820/2 – regulated and approved by Ofqual
- 120 credits across 6 mandatory units (1200 hours TQT, 480 hours GLH)
- Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree with Honours at RQF Level 6
- Flexible delivery: face-to-face, online, blended, and distance learning options
- Internally assessed via written assignments with external verification by OTHM
- Direct progression pathway to OTHM Level 7 Diplomas and UK Master's degree programmes
About This Course
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is designed to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding, and skills required for a career in the health and social care sector at a managerial level. The programme enables learners to demonstrate their competence by producing evidence from their work activities to meet national occupational standards, while acquiring practical care management skills applicable across a wide range of health and social care settings.
Ofqual-regulated qualification with Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 603/6820/2
RQF Level 6, academically equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree with Honours
Comprises 6 mandatory units totalling 120 credits
1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) with 480 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)
Recognised by UK universities for progression to degree top-up and Master's programmes
Developed to meet national occupational standards in health and social care management
What You'll Learn
This qualification covers a comprehensive range of learning outcomes aligned to the official OTHM specification, enabling learners to develop both strategic management competencies and specialised health and social care knowledge.
Plan for personal and professional progression as a health and social care manager and reflect critically on own practice
Understand perspectives of quality in health and social care services and evaluate strategies and systems for achieving and improving service quality
Understand theories of leadership and management relevant to the health and social care sector and apply them to team development and organisational policy
Understand how health and safety legislation is implemented in health and social care settings and apply risk assessment principles to service provision
Understand human resource planning, recruitment and retention, and financial management within health and social care organisations
Understand research approaches in health care contexts, plan a research proposal, analyse and interpret data, and apply evidence-based practice principles
Who Should Attend?
This qualification is designed for individuals who are currently working or aspiring to work in managerial roles within the health and social care sector, and for those seeking academic progression to degree-level or postgraduate study.
Practising health and social care managers seeking formal recognition of their skills and knowledge
Aspiring managers looking to advance into senior or leadership positions within care organisations
Professionals holding a Level 5 qualification in a related field who wish to progress to Level 6
Mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience in health and social care
International learners holding an equivalent overseas qualification recognised by UK NARIC
Individuals aiming to progress into Master's degree or MBA programmes in health and social care
Course Content
Explore the comprehensive OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.
Managing Quality in Health and Social Care Settings (Unit Ref: K/618/5657 – 20 credits)
Principles of Leadership and Management (Unit Ref: M/618/5501 – 20 credits)
Health and Safety in Health and Social Care Settings (Unit Ref: T/618/5502 – 20 credits)
Resource Management in Health and Social Care (Unit Ref: A/618/5503 – 20 credits)
Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals (Unit Ref: D/507/9468 – 20 credits)
Course Requirements
Entry onto the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management requires learners to meet at least one of the following academic or experiential criteria, in addition to the age and English language requirements set by OTHM.
Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 5 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification as recognised by UK NARIC
Mature learners (over 21) with significant management experience in the health and social care sector (learners must verify eligibility with the delivery centre prior to registration)
Learners must be 18 years of age or older at the commencement of the course
Learners from non-majority English-speaking countries must provide evidence of English language competency as per OTHM's English Language Expectations
Assessments
All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the approved centre and externally verified by OTHM. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all specified learning outcomes. There are no invigilated examinations; assessment is entirely assignment-based.
Written assignments submitted for each unit, demonstrating fulfilment of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria
Internal assessment by an approved centre assessor, who provides an audit trail of how achievement has been determined
External verification conducted by OTHM to ensure consistency and standards across all centres
Resubmission of assignments is permitted where a learner has not initially met all assessment criteria, with constructive feedback provided
Progression
Successful completion of the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management opens a wide range of academic and professional progression pathways, including entry into postgraduate study at numerous UK universities through OTHM's established university progression arrangements.
Progress to the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
Gain direct entry into relevant Master's degree or MBA (top-up) programmes at UK universities
Enter degree top-up programmes (final year of a Bachelor's degree with Honours) at recognised UK institutions
Progress into senior and strategic managerial roles within health and social care organisations
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