RQF Diploma Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Adults)
About the Level 5 Diploma in Adult Care
The Level 5 RQF Diploma in Adult Care focuses on leadership and management within a health and social care setting. Are you a senior member of staff with management responsibilities? This vocational training is perfect for you to develop in your role.
This qualification replaced the QCF Level 5 in health and social care, which in turn replaced the NVQ Level 5 in health and social care.
This diploma is fully accredited by Highfield Qualifications.
Level 5 Diploma in Adult Care – Core Information
With a focus on leadership and management within a health and social care setting, this course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to lead a team that takes an amazing of adults in a social care setting.
Course Length
While enrolled students are encouraged to learn at their own pace, the RQF Level 5 in Adult Care must be completed in 24 months, but can be finished sooner.
Certificate Validity
This course provides an accredited, nationally-recognised lifetime qualification. Our diplomas are great additions to any CV.
Delivery
The RQF Level 5 in Adult Care is completed via an innovative online portfolio with the help of a dedicated assessor and support team.
Topics Covered
Please see our course outline here. During this Highfield Level 5 in Adult Care (RQF), students will learn the Principles of Leadership and Management, team Leadership for Leaders of adult social care services, the Principles of governance, and more…
Cost/Pricing
Pricing can vary depending on location, dates, group size (where applicable), and more factors. For a free email quotation, please contact our advisors directly on 0800 781 2041 or leave an enquiry.
Entry Requirements
To enrol, students must be based in England and working in a relevant adult care role.
Delivery and Certification
Our assessment process is designed so that delegates are prepared for the challenges their occupation will involve. Delegates are appointed a vocationally trained Assessor who helps assemble the e-portfolio and guides them for the duration of the diploma. Email and telephone support is also provided throughout the RQF Level 5 programme and the resources available will be provided as needed. At the end of this program delegates will receive a qualification accredited by Highfield Qualifications.
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Outline of Course
To complete the Highfield Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF) (England), learners must achieve a minimum of 95 credits. Learners must complete all units contained within the mandatory group totalling 80 credits, may complete a maximum of 5 credits from optional group A, and must complete a minimum of 10 credits from optional group B.
Mandatory Units
- Unit 1: The Principles of Leadership and Management in Adult Social Care.
- Unit 2: Team Leadership for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services.
- Unit 3: The Principles of Governance and Regulatory Processes for Adult Social Care.
- Unit 4: Decision Making for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services.
- Unit 5: The Principles of Business and Resource Management for Leaders of Adult Social Care.
- Unit 6: Leading Team Learning and Development in Adult Social Care.
- Unit 7: Professional Supervision of Others in Adult Social Care.
- Unit 8: Leading the Implementation of Safeguarding in Adult Social Care.
- Unit 9: The Principles of Mental Capacity, Consent and Restrictive Practices for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services.
- Unit 10: Professional Relationships and Partnership Working for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services.
- Unit 11: Managing Comments and Complaints in Adult Social Care.
- Unit 12: Leading the Vision and Future Direction of Adult Social Care Services.
- Unit 13: Leading Continuous Improvement and Innovation in Adult Social Care.
- Unit 14: Effective Communication for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services.
- Unit 15: Information Management for Leaders of Adult Social Care Service.
- Unit 16: Leading Person-Centred, Outcomes-Based Practice in Adult Social Care.
- Unit 17: Promoting Individuals’ Health and Wellbeing for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services.
- Unit 18: Leading the Promotion of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights in Adult Social Care.
- Unit 19: Leading Health and Safety in Adult Social Care.
- Unit 20: Continuous Development for Leaders of Adult Social Care.
- Unit 21: Promoting Personal Wellbeing.
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FAQs
What will I learn?
Candidates learn about promoting communication and development, championing equality and diversity, developing health and safety policies, as well as leading and managing a team, and more. Click here for a full outline.
Who needs this qualification?
This qualification is for those looking to become a leader within health and social care services.
Where can I progress after this course?
This Level 5 diploma is the working equivalent of a foundation degree. Upon completing this programme, graduates have the option of moving on to a Level 7 strategic management diploma or can undertake a range of other specialist courses that are also available with us at TutorCare.
What are the entry requirements?
Prospective learners must be employed in a relevant England-based vocational setting with senior/leadership roles for them to be able to complete this Level 5 qualification successfully. It is recommended but not necessary that candidates complete the Level 3 diploma prior. Please contact us for more information.
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