OTHM Qualifications Level 3 + Level 4 + Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management, online from 20 months
Awarded by OTHM Qualifications and Ofqual-regulated at RQF Level 6: 360 credits, 10 units, assessed by assignment with no exams. Delivered 100% online by LEAP Education.
£10 to apply · Offer within 24 hours · Apply with qualifications or relevant work experience
Stanmore School of Business Limited — UK registered learning provider since 2017.
- Duration
- 24 months
- Credits
- 360
- Level
- RQF Level 6
- Assessment
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Start date
- Any time
- Fees from
- £155.56 / month
What this qualification is
The OTHM Qualifications Level 3 + Level 4 + Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is awarded by OTHM Qualifications and regulated by Ofqual at RQF Level 6. The qualification totals 360 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 24 months; accelerated completion in 20 months is offered on this programme where shown below. Fees from £2,800. 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 3–4–5–6 in one structured pathway; progress to the next RQF level or a university top-up degree where eligible.
Completing this stack of qualifications transforms your ability to design care pathways that withstand rigorous international audits while reducing overhead costs through data-driven decision making. You gain the specific authority to lead multidisciplinary teams through complex restructuring, negotiate vendor contracts with confidence, and present strategic risk assessments directly to board-level stakeholders. This credential validates your capacity to implement quality assurance protocols that lower liability and directly improve patient safety outcomes.
This program targets care coordinators, senior support staff, and professionals from adjacent sectors like hospitality who are ready to pivot into formal healthcare leadership. It is built for experienced practitioners in West Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East who possess strong people management instincts but lack the recognized academic credentials required for director-level promotions. If you are tired of managing individual cases and want to drive organizational strategy, this accelerated route provides the formal validation global employers require to hire you for senior management positions.
- Awarding organisation: OTHM Qualifications
- Regulation: Ofqual, RQF Level 6
- Credits: 360
- Units: 10
- Duration: 24 months (accelerated 20 months)
- Progression: Study Levels 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 3 + Level 4 + Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
- Awarding organisation:
- OTHM Qualifications
- Level:
- RQF Level 6
- Credits:
- 360
- Study mode:
- 100% online
- Duration:
- 24 months
- Assessment:
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Fees from:
- £155.56 / month
- Entry requirements:
- A Level 2 qualification or equivalent (e.g., GCSEs, Level 2 Diploma), or equivalent; or relevant experience. Minimum age 18.
- Progression:
- Study Levels 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
Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care
Builds the ability to lead diverse teams and drive operational excellence in complex care environments.
Strategic Planning and Development in Health and Social Care
Equips you to design long-term growth strategies that align service delivery with evolving global healthcare demands.
Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills in Health and Social Care
Enhances your capacity to negotiate, collaborate, and resolve conflicts across multicultural professional networks.
Risk Management and Quality Assurance in Health and Social Care
Develops the expertise to identify operational hazards and implement robust compliance standards that protect patients and organizations.
Health and Social Care Policy and Legislation
Enables you to navigate international regulatory frameworks and ensure ethical, legally compliant service delivery.
Financial Management and Budgeting in Health and Social Care
Teaches you to optimize resource allocation and maintain fiscal sustainability within high-pressure care settings.
Human Resource Management in Health and Social Care
Prepares you to recruit, develop, and retain top talent while fostering an inclusive and productive workplace culture.
Service Delivery and Organizational Change
Trains you to lead transformation initiatives that improve patient outcomes and adapt to shifting market conditions.
Health and Social Care Research Methods
Empowers you to analyze data-driven insights to solve real-world problems and evidence-based decision-making.
Health and Social Care Business Planning and Evaluation
Sharpens your ability to assess service performance and create viable business models for sustainable care provision.
Every unit is assessed by written assignments submitted online, with tutor feedback and sample assignments to guide you.
Two ways in
Qualifications
A Level 2 qualification or equivalent (e.g., GCSEs, Level 2 Diploma), or an international equivalent. Higher qualifications are also accepted.
Work experience
Candidates with some relevant work experience or a keen interest in the subject are encouraged to apply. Your practical knowledge counts.
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 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 page24 monthsStandard mode | 20 monthsFast-Track | |
|---|---|---|
| Total fee | £2,800 | £3,800 |
| 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) | £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 | £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.67 + £466.65 (total £2,800) | £950 × 4 |
| Half-yearly | £700 × 4 | £1,266.67 + £1,266.67 + £1,266.66 (total £3,800) |
| Pay in full | £2,660 (save 5%) | £3,610 (save 5%) |
| Apply | Apply |
- 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%)
- 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%)
* 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, 360 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?
Applicants should hold a Level 2 qualification or equivalent (e.g., GCSEs, Level 2 Diploma) or an equivalent credential. Candidates with some relevant work experience or a keen interest in the subject are also encouraged to apply. Minimum age 18.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
You can choose 24 months (Standard mode, £2,800); 20 months (Fast-Track, £3,800). 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 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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