Program Overview

OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management

Programme Overview

Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification is 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 that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the hospitals/social care industry. It combines both theoretical and practical knowledge in the health and social care profession. The qualification will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective performance, planning and accountability, development and team leadership. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within health care administration and/or management.

Progression

Achieving the OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their further study. As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to progress to Master’s top-up programmes at many universities in the UK and overseas with advanced standing.

Career Opportunities

If you choose to work in healthcare management, you will most likely start off in an entry-level or mid-level management position. Various jobs might be available, including:

• Counsellor
• Rehab Worker
• Occupational Therapist
• Psychologist
• Specialist in wellness
• Health Information Manager
• Clinical Research Manager
• Social Worker

Module Overview

Mandatory units

• Health and Social Care Leadership (20 credits)
• Managing People in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
• Managing Finance in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
• Health and Social Care Strategies and Policies (20 credits)
• Leading Change in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
• Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals (20 credits)

Admission Requirements

1. Application form
2. Bachelor degree or equivalent
3. Official transcripts
4. Copy of passport
5. CV
6. Motivation Letter
7. IELTS overall 6.5 bands / TOEFL 80 /PTE 60 or equivalent or C3S Credibility Interview*
8. Reference letters from a former academic institution or from current employer (if applicable)

Fees

• Application fee: €300 (non-refundable, paid with application)
• Full Time: €7,500/year
• Online Classes fees: €7,000
• Program Duration: One Academic Year

Teaching Methodology

On-Campus

• Classroom Lectures
• Consistent Seminars and Workshops
• Research and Field Trips
• Hands-on Experimental Learning
• In-depth Collaborative Debate and Discussion

Online

• Access to Google Classrooms
• Access to Virtual Library
• Virtual Classroom Lectures
• Online Study Materials and Resources
• Dedicated QA Session
• Virtual Debate and Discussion