Health and Social Care Management Level 7
This advanced qualification is designed for professionals aiming to lead and manage within the health and social care sector. It equips learners with a deep understanding of policy, management theory, and practical application in healthcare settings. The programme addresses the real-world challenges faced by professionals, service users, and policymakers, and prepares learners to become effective leaders in hospitals, care facilities, and social service organisations.
Health and Social Care Management - Level 7
Senior professionals in health and social care
Managers and team leaders in hospitals, clinics, or care organisations
Policy advisors and healthcare administrators
Individuals preparing for Master’s-level study in health or social care management
Who is this for?
Purpose of the Qualification
To develop learners’ understanding of policy, management theory and practice in health and social care. It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals, services users and policy makers in their own country. It will provide knowledge and skills in managing health and social care services effectively. The programme blends theoretical frameworks with practical tools to support leadership, strategic planning, and performance management in complex care environments. It also fosters critical thinking and accountability in service delivery.
Gain in-depth understanding of health and social care policy and management
Develop leadership skills for managing change and improving team performance
Learn to plan, evaluate, and lead services with accountability and strategic insight
Prepare for senior roles in healthcare administration or further postgraduate study
Key Benefits
The OTHM Level 7 diplomas on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) are at the same level as master’s degrees. However, they are shorter with students gaining 120 credits. Learners then progress to a university-based dissertation worth an additional 60 credits to attain a full master’s qualification.
Equivalences
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Equivalent to: Master’s/MBA Level
Duration: Fast track: 5 months - Standard mode: 7 months
Focus: This qualification is designed to develop advanced understanding of policy, management theory, and practical application within the health and social care sector. Learners engage with the challenges faced by professionals, service users, and policymakers, gaining the knowledge and skills needed to lead effectively in hospitals, care facilities, and social service organisations. The programme integrates theoretical frameworks with practical tools in areas such as leading change, performance management, strategic planning, accountability, and team development.
Outcome: Graduates of this diploma are equipped for senior roles in health and social care management, with the ability to lead teams, drive service improvement, and influence policy. The qualification also provides a pathway to relevant Master’s programmes with advanced standing, supporting continued academic and professional progression.