Diploma Level 5 in Adult Care
The qualification aims to develop learners' knowledge and skills in leading and managing adult social care provision and teams, responsibilities of leaders and managers, improvement and innovation, communication, values and behaviours, health and safety and professional behaviours of leaders and managers.
​
Mandatory topics include:
-
The Principles of Leadership and Management in Adult Social Care
-
Team Leadership for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services
-
The Principles of Governance and Regulatory Processes for Adult Social Care
-
Decision Making for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services
-
The Principles of Business and Resource Management for Leaders of Adult Social Care
-
Leading Team Learning and Development in Adult Social Care
-
Professional Supervision of Others in Adult Social Care
-
Leading the Implementation of Safeguarding in Adult Social Care
-
The Principles of Mental Capacity, Consent and Restrictive Practices for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services
-
Professional Relationships and Partnership Working for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services
-
Managing Comments and Complaints in Adult Social Care
-
Leading the Vision and Future Direction of Adult Social Care Services
-
Leading Continuous Improvement and Innovation in Adult Social Care
-
Effective Communication for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services
-
Information Management for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services
-
Leading Person-Centred, Outcomes-Based Practice in Adult Social Care
-
Promoting Individuals' Health and Wellbeing for Leaders of Adult Social Care Services
-
Leading the Promotion of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights in Adult Social Care
-
Leading Health and Safety in Adult Social Care
-
Continuous Development for Leaders of Adult Social Care
-
Promoting Personal Wellbeing
This qualification also has a wide selection of optional units for the learner to choose from.
FAQs for Diploma Level 5
How long will this take to complete?
The awarding body for this qualification stipulates that the diploma should be completed within 36 months, though most students will successfully finish the programmer in approximately 9 months. We encourage students to learn at their own pace.
How is this training delivered?
Over the months, enrolled learners will put together an online portfolio of coursework for their appointed assessor, who helps to guide learners throughout their diploma.
How does it help new managers?
The qualification helps to both solidify earlier experience and learning and standardise knowledge and competence. The range of assessment methods will not only test knowledge, but proven workplace abilities. Assessment methods include direct observations and witness testimonies. As a competency-based qualification, it’s important that all those undertaking the Level 5 Diploma are in a role where they already undertake care management duties. However, employers can be flexible by delegating managerial tasks, secondments and other development opportunities to ensure the full scope of the qualification can be completed. This qualification was specifically developed for those managing an adult social care service, including the role of registered manager. This qualification requires learners to demonstrate an in-depth understanding and effective practice in leadership and management for adult care services. The qualification can be used to develop the knowledge and skills of care managers in a range of services including, but not limited to, residential services for older people and people with disabilities, domiciliary care services, day services, respite services and community-based services
Where can I progress after this course ?
This Level 5 diploma is the working equivalent of a foundation degree. Upon completing this programme, graduates have the option of moving on to a Level 7 strategic management diploma, or can undertake a range of other specialist courses.