Course Name
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Overview
The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care is an Ofqual-regulated vocational qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) awarded by Qualifi Ltd. It’s a Level 5 qualification designed for learners who want to develop advanced knowledge and skills relevant to leadership, quality management, and complex practice in health and social care settings.
- Qualification Title: Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Qualification Type: Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education)
- Level: 5
- Credits: 120
- Qualification Number (RQF): 601/5442/1
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): ~1000–1200 hours (including guided learning and independent study)
- Assessment: Mainly assignment/portfolio based (no formal exams).
Level 5 qualifications are assessed as broadly equivalent to a Foundation Degree, Higher National Diploma (HND), or the second year of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree in academic terms.
Key Facts
Course Level
5
Course Duration:
Part Time: 8 Year
Course Delivery Method
Blended
Course Fees
£1800
Location:
36, Campus Road
Lesterhills Science Park
Bradford BD7 1HR
Get in touch
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Advanced vocational qualification ideal for future leaders and supervisors in health and social care.
- Ofqual-regulated and UK recognised, which supports credibility and trust in the qualification.
- 120 credits at Level 5 means in-depth study and significant academic and practical development.
- Assignment/portfolio-based assessment, suited to real-world application rather than exams.
- Flexible delivery options are often available (e.g., online, blended, classroom) depending on provider.
- Prepares learners for senior or specialist roles and higher academic progression.
Course Details
Mandatory Units / Core Content
The qualification comprises five mandatory units at Level 5, totalling 120 credits:
- Principles Underpinning Health and Social Care – essential concepts and values in care practice.
- The Management of Quality in Health and Social Care – quality frameworks, improvement, regulation.
- Research Project – independent research development and critical evaluation.
- Partnership Working in Health and Social Care – collaboration with agencies and communities.
- Working with Service Users with Complex Needs – strategies for supporting complex health and social care needs.
Typical entry criteria (may vary by provider) include:
- Level 3 and/or Level 4 qualifications (in health/social care or related fields).
- Relevant work experience at a managerial or supervisory level with clear career goals.
- First degree in another discipline for those wishing to transition into the sector.
- Age: usually 18+.
Individual providers can set additional requirements such as interviews or English language proficiency, especially for international learners.
Career Progression
- Prepares you for middle-to-senior roles like Care Manager, Team Leader, or Specialist Practitioner.
- Supports entry into the final year of a UK honours degree or progression to Level 6/Level 7 qualifications, subject to university approval.
- Helps you develop advanced leadership, quality management, research skills and service coordination.
🧠 Skills and Professional Development
- Critical thinking and research capability through independent project work.
- Quality and partnership management within diverse care environments.
- Application of ethical standards and person-centred practice to complex client needs.
- Transferable leadership and analytic skills valuable across health, community and social care sectors.
🏆 Recognition
- A UK-regulated Level 5 qualification with broad recognition in academic and professional contexts.
- Can enhance both employment prospects and academic pathways.
This course is suitable for:
- Current health and social care professionals seeking to advance to middle management, supervisory, or specialist roles.
- Learners with existing Level 3 or Level 4 qualifications in health and social care.
- Individuals with management experience or clear career goals in care services.
- Those with a degree in another subject who want to shift into health and social care leadership and practice.
- Learners aiming to progress to further study, including entry into the final year of a UK honours degree or related Level 6 qualifications.
CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY
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