The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management (120 Credits) is an Ofqual regulated UK qualification benchmarked at RQF Level 5, equivalent to the second year of a UK bachelor's degree. Designed for current and aspiring managers, this programme equips learners with leadership skills, healthcare policy insight, financial resource management, and regulatory compliance strategies to oversee care homes, social services, and community healthcare environments. Graduates can step into supervisory roles such as Registered Care Manager, Healthcare Administrator, or Social Services Coordinator, or progress directly into the final year (Level 6 top up degree) of a related university degree. Learners gain an understanding of the challenges facing the health and social care sector while developing the practical, analytical, and decision making skills.
Graduate Path
Graduates of the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management can pursue a wide range of careers within healthcare and social service organizations. Potential roles include Health Services Manager, Social Care Manager, Care Home Manager, Community Support Manager, Healthcare Administrator, Residential Care Manager, Patient Services Coordinator, and Support Services Manager.
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to OBS below;
1. Diploma/Level 4
2. WASSCE Certificate/A-Level
3. School Transcript
4. Passport/National ID
5. CV
NB: Applicants with No High School can submit the below for consideration
1. Passport
2. CV (5 years’ experience)
3. Junior High School Certificate (If available)
OBS accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, evidence of English where English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. For applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement, must submit
Recognized English Proficiency Tests; Students may submit one of the following minimum scores of IELTS: 6.5 overall band score (or equivalent), TOEFL or PTE: Score of 60, Duolingo English Test: Score of 120.
