OTHM Qualifications Level 2 + Level 3 + Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care, online in 20 months
Awarded by OTHM Qualifications and Ofqual-regulated at RQF Level 5: 304 credits, 10 units, assessed by assignment with no exams. Delivered 100% online by LEAP Education.
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Stanmore School of Business Limited — UK registered learning provider since 2017.
- Duration
- 20 months
- Credits
- 304
- Level
- RQF Level 5
- Assessment
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Start date
- Any time
- Fees from
- £253.33 / month
What this qualification is
The OTHM Qualifications Level 2 + Level 3 + Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care is awarded by OTHM Qualifications and regulated by Ofqual at RQF Level 5. The qualification totals 304 credits across structured mandatory units. Listed on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications. LEAP Education delivers this programme 100% online with tutor support.
Standard completion is 20 months; accelerated completion in available on selected programmes is offered on this programme where shown below. Fees from £3,800. Assessment is through coursework and assignments — there is no requirement to attend a UK campus.
Care workers and managers building regulated qualifications recognised by UK employers and CQC-regulated providers. Study Levels 2–3–4–5 in one structured pathway; progress to the next RQF level or a university top-up degree where eligible.
Regulatory boards in the UK, EU, and Australia are tightening visa requirements for healthcare workers, rejecting applications that lack formal educational credentials in favor of those with verified diploma stacks. This shift means that years of hands-on care experience no longer guarantee entry into the global labor market; only a structured academic record that proves your understanding of compliance, safeguarding, and management theory will get your application past the initial screening.
Completing this four-level sequence allows you to step directly into roles such as Care Home Manager, Senior Support Worker, or Compliance Officer, where you are responsible for overseeing staff rotas, managing patient risk assessments, and ensuring service delivery meets strict legal standards. You gain the authority to lead multidisciplinary teams, audit care plans for regulatory adherence, and present quality improvement strategies to senior stakeholders, moving beyond task execution to full operational ownership of a care environment.
This qualification is designed for care assistants, junior nurses, and support workers in regions like Nigeria, Kenya, the Philippines, and Ghana who possess strong practical skills but lack the formal documentation required for international recruitment. It is also for professionals in adjacent sectors such as hospitality or administration who want to pivot into the healthcare management field, leveraging the industry’s demand for structured leadership and its superior job security compared to volatile local markets. If your career is stalled because you cannot prove managerial competence on paper, this comprehensive stack provides the specific, recognized evidence that international employers and immigration authorities demand.
- Awarding organisation: OTHM Qualifications
- Regulation: Ofqual, RQF Level 5
- Credits: 304
- Units: 10
- Duration: 20 months
- Progression: Study Levels 2–3–4–5 in one structured pathway; progress to the next RQF level or a university top-up degree where eligible.
Key facts
- Qualification:
- Level 2 + Level 3 + Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Awarding organisation:
- OTHM Qualifications
- Level:
- RQF Level 5
- Credits:
- 304
- Study mode:
- 100% online
- Duration:
- 20 months
- Assessment:
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Fees from:
- £253.33 / month
- Entry requirements:
- No formal qualifications required. Minimum age 18.
- Progression:
- Study Levels 2–3–4–5 in one structured pathway; progress to the next RQF level or a university top-up degree where eligible.
- Last verified:
- 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
See how the programme works, how you're assessed and how online study fits around your job.
What you'll study
Person-Centred Practice in Health and Social Care
Designs individualized care strategies that respect client autonomy, a critical competency for managing complex cases in senior care coordination roles across different jurisdictions.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills in Health and Social Care
Refines your ability to navigate high-stakes conversations and build trust with diverse stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration in multicultural healthcare teams.
Health and Safety in the Workplace
Equips you to lead risk assessments and enforce safety protocols, demonstrating the operational diligence required for management positions in regulated care environments worldwide.
Equality and Diversity in Health and Social Care
Develops the cultural intelligence necessary to lead inclusive teams and deliver equitable services, a key competency for expanding your career into global health markets.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Strengthens your capacity to identify mental health risks and implement supportive interventions, allowing you to manage staff wellbeing and patient care quality in high-pressure settings.
Physical Health and Disability
Builds expertise in coordinating adaptive care solutions and assistive technologies, positioning you to oversee specialized services for clients with complex physical impairments.
Nutrition and Healthy Eating
Enhances your ability to integrate nutritional strategies into holistic care plans, a specialized skill that adds value when managing chronic disease programs or senior living facilities.
Medication Management in Health and Social Care
Ensures strict adherence to medication safety standards and documentation practices, reducing liability and establishing the reliability expected of senior clinical supervisors.
Supporting Individuals with Complex Needs
Sharpens your strategic problem-solving skills for coordinating multi-disciplinary care, essential for leading teams that support clients with severe behavioral or medical challenges.
Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care
Prepares you to direct care operations by mastering team performance management and regulatory compliance, directly supporting your transition into executive or director-level roles.
Every unit is assessed by written assignments submitted online, with tutor feedback and sample assignments to guide you.
Open entry
No formal qualifications required
This entry-level programme is open to anyone aged 18 or over with an interest in the subject.
Minimum age 18. International applicants welcome. Send us your certificates and we'll confirm eligibility within 24 hours.
Fully online
No campus visits. Study on any device, in any time zone.
Materials included
Study notes, sample assignments and resources from day one.
24/7 study assistant
Instant explanations and assignment guidance from our AI study assistant.
Tutor feedback
Qualified tutors mark assignments and give feedback by email and chat.
Where this can take you
Care workers and managers building regulated qualifications recognised by UK employers and CQC-regulated providers.
Progression: Study Levels 2–3–4–5 in one structured pathway; progress to the next RQF level or a university top-up degree where eligible.
Universities that recognise this qualification for progression
- University College Birmingham
- University of Sunderland
- University of Greater Manchester
- University of Staffordshire
Progression routes vary by university and programme. Contact admissions for current entry requirements.
Choose your pace
All plans are interest-free and include every unit, study material and tutor support. A £10 enrolment fee applies.
| This page20 monthsFast-Track | 24 monthsStandard mode | |
|---|---|---|
| Total fee | £3,800 | £2,800 |
| Monthly | £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.38 (total £3,800) | £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.48 (total £2,800) |
| Quarterly | £950 × 4 | £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.65 (total £2,800) |
| Half-yearly | £1,266.67 + £1,266.67 + £1,266.66 (total £3,800) | £700 × 4 |
| Pay in full | £3,610 (save 5%) | £2,660 (save 5%) |
| Apply | Apply |
- Monthly£253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.33 + £253.38 (total £3,800)
- Quarterly£950 × 4
- Half-yearly£1,266.67 + £1,266.67 + £1,266.66 (total £3,800)
- Pay in full£3,610 (save 5%)
- Monthly£155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.56 + £155.48 (total £2,800)
- Quarterly£466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.65 (total £2,800)
- Half-yearly£700 × 4
- Pay in full£2,660 (save 5%)
* Programme fees shown include online learning, study materials and tutor support for the qualification. A separate £10 enrolment fee is payable when you submit your application. Interest-free instalment plans and a 5% discount for paying the full programme fee upfront are available where shown.
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This qualification is awarded by an Ofqual-regulated UK awarding organisation. LEAP Education, a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited, delivers the programme online and supports your learning and assessment.
Regulation
Ofqual-regulated at RQF Level 5, 304 credits.
Provider
Stanmore School of Business Limited · Company No. 10591140 · UKPRN 10085235.
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- 01
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- 02
Receive your offer
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- 03
Start learning
Pay your first instalment and get access to your units.
Common questions
Is this qualification regulated by Ofqual?
Yes. This qualification is awarded by OTHM Qualifications at RQF Level 5 and is listed on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications.
Can I study from outside the UK?
Yes. The programme is 100% online with no campus visits, so you can study from anywhere in the UK or internationally.
Are there any exams?
No. Every unit is assessed through written assignments submitted online. There are no written examinations.
What are the entry requirements?
No formal entry qualifications are required. Applicants must be 18 or older.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
You can choose 20 months (Fast-Track, £3,800); 24 months (Standard mode, £2,800). Interest-free instalment plans are available on each option.
When can I start?
You can enrol at any time. Once your application is accepted and the first payment is made, you receive access to the learning platform and study materials.
What can I progress to?
Study Levels 2–3–4–5 in one structured pathway; progress to the next RQF level or a university top-up degree where eligible.
Who operates LEAP Education?
LEAP Education is a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited (Company No. 10591140, UKPRN 10085235), a UK learning provider.
Last reviewed 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
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