Overview

The objective of the Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification is 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 skills by producing evidence from their work activities, to meet national occupational standards. Learners will acquire care management skills in the Health and Social Care sector.

Entry requirements

For entry onto the Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification, learners must possess:

• Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 5 diploma or equivalent overseas qualification as recognized by UK NARIC
• Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)
• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
• English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency.

Equivalences

Qualifications at RQF Level 6 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Bachelor’s Degrees with Honours, Bachelor’s Degrees, Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Graduate Diplomas and Graduate Certificates.

Qualification structure

The Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 480 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.

Mandatory units

• Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
• Managing Quality in Health and Social Care Settings (20 credits)
• Principles of Leadership and Management (20 credits)
• Health and Safety in Health and Social Care Settings (20 credits)
• Resource Management in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
• Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals (20 credits)

Duration and delivery

The qualification is designed to be delivered over one academic year for full-time study but it is also flexible in its delivery in order to accommodate part-time and distance learning.

The qualification is delivered face-to-face, through lectures, tutorials, seminars, distance, online by approved centres only.

Assessment and verification

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by Brit Institute. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.

To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria. Judgement that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by the Assessor.

The Assessor should provide an audit trail showing how the judgement of the learners’ overall achievement has been arrived at.

Curriculum

Health and Social Care Curriculum

Semester 1: Advanced Health and Social Care Management

1. Module 1: Strategic Healthcare Management
   • Strategic planning and leadership in healthcare
   • Healthcare policies and regulations
   • Healthcare quality improvement
2. Module 2: Healthcare Leadership and Governance
   • Advanced leadership theories and styles
   • Healthcare governance and board management
   • Risk management and patient safety
3. Module 3: Healthcare Economics and Finance
   • Healthcare financing models
   • Financial management and budgeting
   • Healthcare cost containment and reimbursement
4. Module 4: Ethical Issues in Healthcare
   • Advanced ethical dilemmas in healthcare
   • Medical ethics and decision-making
   • Ethical considerations in research and patient care
5. Module 5: Healthcare Research and Evidence-Based Practice
   • Research methods and designs in healthcare
   • Data analysis and interpretation
   • Implementing evidence-based practices in healthcare

Semester 2: Healthcare Operations and Service Management

6. Module 6: Advanced Care Coordination and Management
   • Population health management
   • Interdisciplinary care teams and collaboration
   • Advanced care planning and assessment
7. Module 7: Healthcare Policy and Advocacy
   • Healthcare policy development and analysis
   • Health advocacy and lobbying
   • Public health promotion and policy implementation
8. Module 8: Advanced Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
   • Psychiatric disorders and treatment modalities
   • Advanced mental health assessments and interventions
   • Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
9. Module 9: Palliative and End-of-Life Care
   • Advanced palliative care principles
   • Hospice care and pain management
   • Bereavement support and ethical considerations
10. Module 10: Long-Term Care and Gerontology
    • Advanced gerontology and care for older adults
    • Dementia care and specialized services
    • Ethical considerations in long-term care

Semester 3: Specializations in Healthcare and Social Care

11. Module 11: Child and Adolescent Health and Social Care
    • Pediatric care and developmental assessments
    • Adolescent mental health services
    • Child protection and family support
12. Module 12: Disability Support and Inclusion
    • Advanced disability assessment and support planning
    • Inclusive practices and accessible services
    • Advocacy for individuals with disabilities
13. Module 13: Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling
    • Advanced addiction assessment and treatment modalities
    • Dual diagnosis and co-occurring disorders
    • Relapse prevention and harm reduction strategies
14. Module 14: Healthcare Informatics and Technology
    • Health information systems and electronic health records (EHRs)
    • Telehealth and telemedicine applications
    • Data security and privacy in healthcare
15. Module 15: Capstone Project
    • Students work on a comprehensive research project or consulting project addressing a significant issue in healthcare or social care.

Semester 4: Internship and Career Development

16. Internship/Practicum
    • Extended internship or practicum in a healthcare or social care organization
    • Apply advanced management skills in a real-world setting
17. Industry Seminars and Workshops
    • Guest lectures from industry professionals
    • Workshops on career development and emerging industry trends
18. Professional Development and Networking
    • Resume building and interview preparation
    • Networking with professionals and organizations
    • Job placement assistance
19. Final Assessment and Certification
    • Evaluation of the internship experience and capstone project
    • Award of Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care