Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 6

Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 6

The objective of the LCM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in the health and social care sector at a managerial level. The programme enables learners to demonstrate their skills by producing evidence from their work activities, to meet national occupational standards. Learners will acquire care management skills in the Health and Social Care sector.

Entry Requirement

For entry onto the LCM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification, learners must possess:

  • Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 5 diploma or equivalent overseas qualification as recognised by UK NARIC
  • Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)
  • Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
  • English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit English Language Expectations page in this website.
  • Structure

    The LCM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management consists of 8 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 500 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.

    Mandatory units
    • Personal and Professional Development (10 credits)
    • Managing Quality in Health and Social Care (15 credits)
    • Principles of Health and Social Care Management (15 credits)
    • Health and Safety in Health and Social Care Workplaces (15 credits)
    • Financial Decision Making for Healthcare Managers (15 credits)
    • Human Resource Management in Health and Social Care (15 credits)
    • Leadership and Management for Health and Social Care (15 credits)
    • Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals (20 credits)

    Progression

    Successful completion of Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including progression to relevant LCM Level 7 Diplomas. The Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management has been developed with career progression and professional recognition in mind. As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to gain direct entry into relevant Master’s degree programmes. For more information visit University Progressions page in this website.