The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care is a comprehensive qualification designed for individuals aiming to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for leadership and management roles within the adult care sector. This course will provide learners with a detailed understanding of leadership, management, and care practices at a high level, helping them to become effective leaders who can drive positive change in adult care settings. The qualification is comprised of 6 units, with each unit focused on key areas relevant to leadership and management in adult care, such as strategic management, resource management, quality assurance, and team development.
The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care is at the same level as the final year of a Bachelors degree.
Assessment is through practical assignments, with no exams - to more accurately reflect the real working environment.
This qualification is aligned with our Self Regulated Framework (SRF) and consists of 120 credits, awarded by Severn Business College.
The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care provides its learner the realistic and appropriate career related opportunities worldwide for 21st century employment markets and/or to a Masters degree programme.
Students who successfully completed The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care qualification can progress onto a Level 7 qualification leading to Master's Top-Up.
This qualification may be used to progress to college or university and claim credit transfer through Recognition of Prior Learning.
For progression opportunities into universities, click here.
The minimum age to register for this programme is 18. Prospective students should note that the following entrance qualifications are required for those wishing to undertake this programme:
Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) or
Mature applicant with qualification and work experience and
IELTS 5.5 or CEFR level B2 (if applicable)
The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (120 credits) consists of:
Unit | Unit Level | Unit Credit |
---|---|---|
Leadership in Adult Care | 6 | 20 |
Strategic Management in Adult Care | 6 | 20 |
Financial Management in Adult Care | 6 | 20 |
Quality Assurance and Improvement | 6 | 20 |
Human Resources Management in Adult Care | 6 | 20 |
Managing Change in Adult Care | 6 | 20 |
06-12 months
Distance Learning: Rolling Intake
£1200 (Distance Learning)
Full Payment: £100 + £960
Instalment Payment: £100 + £114/mo for 9 Months