Level 4 + Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management, online from 18 months
A Level 4, Level 5 and Level 6 diploma pathway. It is not a UK bachelor’s degree. 120 credits are recorded for this page. 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
- 36 months
- Credits
- 120
- Level
- RQF Levels 4, 5 and 6
- Assessment
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Start date
- Any time
- Fees from
- £210.71 / month
What this qualification is
This is a Level 4, Level 5 and Level 6 diploma pathway, studied online. It is not a UK bachelor’s degree, and completion does not award a BSc. Progression to a university degree is a separate application.
Board members and government regulators now reject operational proposals that lack robust financial justification, leaving capable care managers unable to secure the budgets they need to improve patient outcomes.
After completing this pathway, you will command the authority to approve resource allocation, defend safeguarding policies against external audits, and present strategic performance data that directly influences executive decisions. You transition from managing daily shifts to designing the operational frameworks that sustain entire departments, giving you the credentials to lead multidisciplinary teams and negotiate with stakeholders on equal footing.
- Awarding organisation: OTHM Qualifications
- Pathway: RQF Levels 4, 5 and 6
- Credits: 120
- Units: 11
- Duration: 36 months (accelerated 18 months)
- Progression: Study Levels 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 4 + Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
- Awarding organisation:
- OTHM Qualifications
- Level:
- RQF Levels 4, 5 and 6
- Credits:
- 120
- Study mode:
- 100% online
- Duration:
- 36 months
- Assessment:
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Fees from:
- £210.71 / month
- Entry requirements:
- A Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma, Level 3 Diploma), or equivalent; or relevant experience. Minimum age 18.
- Progression:
- Study Levels 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
What you'll study
Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care
Builds the capability to direct multidisciplinary teams and streamline operational workflows within complex, high-pressure healthcare environments.
Research Methods for Health and Social Care
Develops the skill to critically analyze clinical data and evidence to drive strategic, data-informed decisions that improve patient outcomes.
Health and Social Care Policy and Practice
Enables you to interpret diverse regulatory frameworks to ensure organizational compliance and strategic alignment across international borders.
Organizational Development and Change Management
Equips you to lead institutional transformation initiatives while maintaining service continuity and workforce stability during periods of change.
Strategic Management in Health and Social Care
Trains you to formulate long-term growth strategies that address emerging health challenges and shifting market dynamics in the care sector.
Financial Management in Health and Social Care
Provides the expertise to oversee budgetary controls and optimize resource allocation to secure the financial sustainability of care operations.
Human Resource Management in Health and Social Care
Focuses on building resilient, high-performing care teams through strategic talent acquisition, development, and retention practices.
Health and Social Care Law and Ethics
Ensures you can uphold rigorous legal standards and ethical integrity when making high-stakes decisions in heavily regulated environments.
Quality Improvement and Assurance in Health and Social Care
Trains you to implement robust quality control frameworks that elevate patient safety standards and drive continuous service excellence.
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Empowers you to design proactive public health initiatives that mitigate long-term care burdens and improve community well-being metrics.
Service Delivery and Management in Health and Social Care
Refines your ability to streamline service operations for maximum accessibility, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction in care settings.
Every unit is assessed by written assignments submitted online, with tutor feedback and sample assignments to guide you.
Two ways in
Qualifications
A Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma, Level 3 Diploma), or an international equivalent. Higher qualifications are also accepted.
Work experience
Candidates with 1–2 years of relevant professional experience 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
Completion of this diploma pathway does not award a BSc. A university degree, or a job that requires one, is a separate application.
Progression: Study Levels 4–5–6 in one structured pathway; progress to the next RQF level or a university top-up degree where eligible.
Choose your pace
All plans are interest-free and include every unit, study material and tutor support. A £10 enrolment fee applies.
| This page36 monthsregular | Most popular18 monthsfast track | Most popular24 monthssemi fast track | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total fee | £5,900 | £6,700 | £5,900 |
| Monthly | £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.83 (total £5,900) | £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.59 (total £6,700) | £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.74 (total £5,900) |
| Quarterly | £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.52 (total £5,900) | £1,675 × 4 | £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900) |
| Half-yearly | £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900) | £2,233.33 + £2,233.33 + £2,233.34 (total £6,700) | £1,475 × 4 |
| Pay in full | £5,605 (save 5%) | £6,365 (save 5%) | £5,605 (save 5%) |
| Apply | Apply | Apply |
- Monthly£210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.83 (total £5,900)
- Quarterly£655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.52 (total £5,900)
- Half-yearly£983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900)
- Pay in full£5,605 (save 5%)
- Monthly£478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.59 (total £6,700)
- Quarterly£1,675 × 4
- Half-yearly£2,233.33 + £2,233.33 + £2,233.34 (total £6,700)
- Pay in full£6,365 (save 5%)
- Monthly£327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.74 (total £5,900)
- Quarterly£983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900)
- Half-yearly£1,475 × 4
- Pay in full£5,605 (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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Level 4 + Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is a Level 4, Level 5 and Level 6 diploma pathway. It is not a UK bachelor’s degree, and completion does not award a BSc. LEAP Education, a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited, supports your admission, learning and tutoring.
Qualification
RQF Levels 4, 5 and 6. A university degree is a separate application.
Provider
Stanmore School of Business Limited · Company No. 10591140 · UKPRN 10085235.
Start in three steps
- 01
Apply online
Complete the short form and pay the £10 enrolment fee. About five minutes.
- 02
Receive your offer
We confirm eligibility and email your start date and payment options.
- 03
Start learning
Pay your first instalment and get access to your units.
Common questions
Is this a UK bachelor’s degree?
No. This is a Level 4, Level 5 and Level 6 diploma pathway. Completing it does not award a BSc or any other UK bachelor’s degree. A university degree is a separate application to that university.
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 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma, Level 3 Diploma) or an equivalent credential. Candidates with 1–2 years of relevant professional experience are also encouraged to apply. Minimum age 18.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
You can choose 36 months (regular, £5,900); 18 months (fast track, £6,700); 24 months (semi fast track, £5,900). 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 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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