Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF)
£599 

Our online course equips you with the necessary skills to deliver quality leadership within care settings. The course content aligns with the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Leadership and Management in Care Services, ensuring that you meet the required standards. You will gain the confidence to handle challenging situations and adapt to changing environments.

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The Level 5 Leadership and Management for Adult Care course provides essential training and guidance for the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF). This qualification is the most up-to-date and recognised qualification for Registered Managers approved by CQC and Skills For Care.

In addition to enhancing your skill set, our Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care opens doors for career progression in the sector. Whether it's safeguarding, supervision, governance, or communication, this course equips you with everything you need to thrive in a management role within the adult care sector.

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Our online Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care is accredited by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and regulated by Ofqual, it is also a (RQF) and is listed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications, ensuring that you receive high-quality education throughout your studies.

 

Bonus Content:

Our course has been informed by former Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspectors. As a result, we have modules covering the following:

CQC’s new single assessment framework

How to prepare for your CQC Registered Manager Interview

How to prepare for a CQC Inspection

These additional short modules will give you skills and competencies that will put you in the best position to deliver care and manage a care setting to the highest standard.

 

Advance Your Career:

Education plays a crucial role in unlocking new opportunities for career progression, especially in leadership and management roles. This Level 5 Diploma serves as a steppingstone to promotions and new positions. It can support your application for various roles, including:

Care Manager

Deputy Manager

Day Services Manager

Registered Manager

CQC Inspector

The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF) is a recognised qualification for Registered Managers. It is approved by CQC and Skills For Care. This qualification is for individuals who have management responsibility for care settings for adults or those aspiring to register a business to deliver care services.

 

The qualification covers a range of care settings including:

Nursing Care Homes

Residential Care Homes

Domiciliary Care/ Care at Home Agencies

Supported Living Care Settings

Mental Health Care Settings

Day Care Settings for Adults

Hospitals and GP Surgeries

Other Care Type Settings

 

Study at Your Own Pace:

Unlike traditional classroom learning, our online course allows you the freedom to study at a pace that suits your lifestyle. You can balance your existing commitments without neglecting your routine, making it ideal for those who work full-time.

 

Qualification Features:

Assessment by a fully qualified and competent Assessor

Access to learning platform and resources

Portfolio-building

Ongoing learner support

Ongoing tutor support

Internal and external quality assurance

External certification upon completion

Printed Hard-copy and Electronic Diploma Certificate accredited by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and regulated by Ofqual.

 

How the course is delivered:

The qualification is delivered through online learning materials, reading material, videos, audio, email support from tutors, telephone support, and other necessary resources. Knowledge and understanding are assessed through written questions and answers, while competence and practical skills are assessed through various methods, including work-products evidence, personal statements, reflective accounts, case studies, and professional discussions.

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The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF) covers all the knowledge and skills requirements for managers in care settings regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England. This qualification is specifically for those managing care and support services within the adult care sector in England.

 

Description

The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF) is the recognised qualification for Registered Managers approved by CQC and Skills For Care. It is intended for individuals with management responsibility in various care settings for adults, such as residential care homes, nursing homes, domiciliary care agencies, hospitals, and more.

The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF) replaced the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services (RQF) on 31 December 2019.

 

Qualification Details:

Qualification Name: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF)

Awarding Body: Accredited by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and regulated by Ofqual.

Qualification Number: 610/0955/6

Assessment Method: Portfolio of evidence with support from an assessor

Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 692 hours

Estimated Completion Time: 12 months

Maximum Completion Time: 24 months

Type of Study: Part-time distance learning

Learner Studies: Self-paced with tutor support

Work Requirements: Learner must be working or working towards a senior care job role or work placement in England

Age Entry Requirements: 19 years and over, no maximum age

Qualification Requirements: No formal previous qualification required

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Course Description:

The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF) covers all the knowledge and skills required for managers in care settings regulated by CQC in England. It is designed for those who manage care and support services within the adult care sector in England. It is important to note that learners must live and work in England to pursue this qualification.

 

Usual Job Roles:

Directors

Nominated persons

Area Managers

Quality Assurance and Compliance Managers

Managers

Deputy managers

Seniors

Assistant managers

Similar job roles

 

Study at Your Own Pace:

Unlike traditional classroom learning, our online course allows you the freedom to study at a pace that suits your lifestyle. You can balance your existing commitments without neglecting your routine, making it ideal for those who work full-time.

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Study Programme Content:

To complete the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF), learners must complete a minimum of 80 credits, including mandatory and optional units. The qualification is delivered through online learning materials, email support from tutors, telephone support, and other necessary resources. Knowledge and understanding are assessed through written questions and answers, while competence and practical skills are assessed through various methods, including work-products evidence, personal statements, reflective accounts, case studies, and professional discussions.

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Course Duration:

The normal duration to complete the qualification is between 12 to 18 months.

Quality Assurance:

Each learner's portfolio of evidence is quality-assured twice by the Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) and the External Quality Assurer (EQA) for final sign-off and certification by the Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and regulated by Ofqual.

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Certificates:

Upon full completion of the qualification, learners will receive Printed Hard-copy and Electronic Diploma Certificate accredited by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and regulated by Ofqual.

 

Why Choose Courses from Sirius:

Our courses are designed to be accessible to anyone, regardless of their ability or devices they own. We provide a secure online Learning Management System. Learners can easily navigate through the learning materials, complete assessments, and obtain completion certificates. Our courses include dedicated support from assessors and tutors. Assessments are promptly marked, and guidance provided.

 

Modules:

Unit 1: Leadership and Management in Adult Care

Unit 2: Governance and Regulatory Processes in Adult Care

Unit 3: Effective Decision-Making in Adult Care

Unit 4: Business and Resource Management for Adult Care

Unit 5: Team Leadership within Adult Care

Unit 6: Team Leading and Development for Adult Care

Unit 7: Supervising Others in Adult Care

Unit 8: Safeguarding in Adult Care

Unit 9: Understand Mental Capacity for Adult Care

Unit 10: Work in Partnerships in Adult Care

Unit 11: Manage Comments and Complaints in Adult Care

Unit 12: Leading the Vision in Adult Care

Unit 13: Continuous Improvement and Change in Adult Care

Unit 14: Effective Communication in Adult Care

Unit 15: Handling Information in Adult Care

Unit 16: Leading Person-Centred Practice in Adult Care

Unit 17: Health and Wellbeing in Adult Care

Unit 18: Importance of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights in Adult Care

Unit 19: Health and Safety in Adult Care

Unit 20: Continuous Development in Adult Care

Unit 21: Importance of Personal Well-being in Adult Care

 

Additional Units

Lead and Manage End of Life Care Services

Lead and Manage Infection Prevention and Control Within the Work Setting

Explore Models of Disability

Lead and Manage Practice in Dementia Care

 

Who is this course for?

You might be someone who wants to progress their carer into a managerial role. Or you might be someone who is currently starting their own social care business and require the level 5 diploma to support your registered manager/nominated individual application and registration. This Level 5 Diploma serves as a steppingstone to promotions and new positions. It can support your application for various roles, including:

Care Manager

Deputy Manager

Day Services Manager

Registered Manager

CQC Inspector

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Requirements:

To pursue this qualification, learners must live and work in England and have access to a computer/laptop/tablet with internet access. They should be employed in a suitable role within the health and social care, preferably in a management or supervisory position. A minimum Level 2 in literacy and numeracy is advised, and English reading ability is required.

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Career Path:

Completing this qualification qualifies individuals to manage care or health facilities and attain Registered Manager status with the CQC. It also opens doors to progress further as Regional/Operations Managers or even as care business owners:

Care Manager

Deputy Manager

Day Services Manager

Registered Manager

Area Manager

Quality Assurance Manager

CQC Inspector