OTHM Qualifications Level 2 + Level 3 + Level 4 + Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care, online from 25 months
Awarded by OTHM Qualifications and Ofqual-regulated at RQF Level 6: 424 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
- 29 months
- Credits
- 424
- Level
- RQF Level 6
- Assessment
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Start date
- Any time
- Fees from
- £132 / month
What this qualification is
The OTHM Qualifications Level 2 + Level 3 + Level 4 + Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care is awarded by OTHM Qualifications and regulated by Ofqual at RQF Level 6. The qualification totals 424 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 29 months; accelerated completion in 25 months is offered on this programme where shown below. Fees from £3,300. 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 2–3–4–5–6 in one structured pathway; progress to the next RQF level or a university top-up degree where eligible.
International healthcare boards are rapidly replacing tenure-based promotions with credential-based hiring, creating a strict barrier for experienced practitioners who lack formal degree-equivalent qualifications. Without this specific regulatory alignment, years of frontline expertise remain invisible to recruitment algorithms and executive search firms scanning for verified leadership competence.
Secure Head of Department or Director-level positions that require Level 6 academic equivalence, allowing you to oversee complex care frameworks and drive strategic policy implementation. You gain the authority to manage multidisciplinary teams, audit clinical governance standards, and present operational improvements to C-suite stakeholders with a recognized qualification that validates your strategic impact.
- Awarding organisation: OTHM Qualifications
- Regulation: Ofqual, RQF Level 6
- Credits: 424
- Units: 10
- Duration: 29 months (accelerated 25 months)
- Progression: Study Levels 2–3–4–5–6 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 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Awarding organisation:
- OTHM Qualifications
- Level:
- RQF Level 6
- Credits:
- 424
- Study mode:
- 100% online
- Duration:
- 29 months
- Assessment:
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Fees from:
- £132 / month
- Entry requirements:
- No formal qualifications required. Minimum age 18.
- Progression:
- Study Levels 2–3–4–5–6 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
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What you'll study
PSYH 1: Psychological Wellbeing and Mental Health
Design organizational mental health frameworks that sustain workforce resilience and maintain service quality across international care operations.
PSYH 2: Psychological Theories and Models
Apply strategic analytical frameworks to interpret complex behavioral data and optimize clinical pathways for diverse patient populations.
PSYH 3: Counselling and Therapeutic Approaches
Lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-trust, evidence-based patient interventions using advanced therapeutic competencies.
PSYH 4: Dementia and Older People
Manage aging demographics by delivering compliant, high-standard elderly care services tailored to international operational contexts.
PSYH 5: Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Direct early-intervention strategies and safeguarding protocols for younger vulnerable populations within complex care networks.
PSYH 6: Learning Disabilities and Autism
Lead neurodiverse support services that promote independence and social integration at scale through inclusive management practices.
PSYH 7: Substance Misuse and Addiction
Implement and evaluate harm-reduction and rehabilitation programs that address complex addiction challenges within community-based care settings.
PSYH 8: Mental Health Law and Policy
Navigate legal and ethical frameworks governing mental health care to ensure cross-jurisdictional compliance and mitigate organizational risk.
PSYH 9: Research Methods in Health and Social Care
Evaluate clinical data to drive evidence-based strategic improvements in health service delivery and operational efficiency.
PSYH 10: Health Promotion and Health Education
Design and lead public health initiatives that empower communities to manage long-term health outcomes and reduce systemic care burdens.
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
A published source has not yet been matched to a salary figure for these roles.
Indicative UK salary information for related occupations. Figures reflect the referenced occupation and data source, not guaranteed earnings after completing this qualification.
Progression: Study Levels 2–3–4–5–6 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 page29 monthsStandard mode | 25 monthsFast-Track | |
|---|---|---|
| Total fee | £3,300 | £4,300 |
| Monthly | £132 × 25 | £215 × 20 |
| Quarterly | £412.50 × 8 | £860 × 5 |
| Half-yearly | £660 × 5 | £1,075 × 4 |
| Pay in full | £3,135 (save 5%) | £4,085 (save 5%) |
| Apply | Apply |
- Monthly£132 × 25
- Quarterly£412.50 × 8
- Half-yearly£660 × 5
- Pay in full£3,135 (save 5%)
- Monthly£215 × 20
- Quarterly£860 × 5
- Half-yearly£1,075 × 4
- Pay in full£4,085 (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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Talk to an adviser on WhatsApp →Who awards your qualification
This qualification is awarded by OTHM Qualifications, an Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation. OTHM qualifications are regulated on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and recognised by employers and universities in the UK and internationally.
Regulation
Ofqual-regulated at RQF Level 6, 424 credits.
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Provider
Stanmore School of Business Limited · Company No. 10591140 · UKPRN 10085235.
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Common questions
Is this qualification regulated by Ofqual?
Yes. This qualification is awarded by OTHM Qualifications at RQF Level 6 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 29 months (Standard mode, £3,300); 25 months (Fast-Track, £4,300). 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 2–3–4–5–6 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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