Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF)
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.
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.
Course Duration:
The normal duration to complete the qualification is between 12 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.
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.
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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
Unit 22: Lead and manage infection prevention and control within the work setting
Unit 23: Explore models of disability
Unit 24: Manage quality in health and social care settings
Unit 25: Digital Skills for Care Settings
Unit 26: Understand advance care planning (Principles of Advance Care Planning)