Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care

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Course Overview

What is this course

In the dynamic and continually evolving health and social care sector, gaining an advanced qualification is a strategic step toward career progression and professional excellence. The Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care delivers a comprehensive learning framework designed to strengthen knowledge of healthcare practice, management principles, and effective social care delivery.

This respected qualification is well suited to professionals seeking to progress in their careers, expand their professional competence, or prepare for higher-level academic study within health and social care. It provides a structured pathway for developing both practical capability and theoretical understanding required in modern care environments.

The Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care is an advanced programme that offers in-depth coverage of the core principles, policies, and practices involved in the effective management and delivery of health and social care services.

Aligned with Level 5 of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), the diploma is comparable to the second year of a UK undergraduate degree. It is designed for learners who already hold relevant knowledge or experience in the sector and aims to enhance professional competence, deepen critical understanding, and support progression into supervisory or leadership roles.

Overall, the Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care represents a significant opportunity for individuals committed to professional growth in this essential field. With its broad curriculum, practical orientation, and flexible study approach, the qualification provides a solid foundation for managing complex care settings.

Whether your goal is to progress within your current role, pursue further academic study, or prepare for leadership responsibilities, this diploma equips you with the skills and insight required for success. Investing in this qualification positions you for meaningful career advancement and enables you to contribute positively to the quality and effectiveness of health and social care services.

Prerequisites

Course Entry Requirements

Applicants for the Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care should meet the following entry criteria to ensure they have the foundational knowledge and practical background required for this advanced qualification:

  • Learners must be 18 years of age or above at the time of enrolment.
  • A recognised Level 4 qualification in health and social care or a related subject is required, or equivalent academic study.
  • Relevant work experience in a health or social care setting is recommended to support practical understanding of the course content.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in English, such as IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Course Content

Detailed Curriculum Structure

The Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care qualification consists of 11 mandatory units of 240 credits and 2400 TQT (Total Qualification Time ) for the completed qualification.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate evidence of personal and academic development.
  • Identify relevant sources of evidence in order to develop reliable arguments.
  • Interpret qualitative and quantitative data presented in research articles.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify key communication skills and explain how these are applied in a health and social care setting.
  • Analyse the various factors which influence the communication process in health and social care.
  • Discuss the benefits and challenges of information and communication technology (ICT) in health and social care practice.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the significant historical and contemporary landmarks in healthcare provision in the UK.
  • Discuss the theoretical frameworks, concepts and models in developing policy.
  • Discuss the impact of previous and current healthcare policy upon service user groups.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify and explain models of reflection used in health and social care.
  • Develop the skills and knowledge required to plan for your personal and professional development.
  • Produce a personal development plan identifying how you will develop the skills and knowledge required as a learner/practitioner of health and social Care.
  • Discuss the links between theory and practice and how this can be facilitated.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Evaluate the processes for recruiting individuals to work in health and social care.
  • Explain the systems for monitoring and promoting the development of teams working in health and social care.
  • Analyse the process of change management and how to implement change successfully

Learning Outcomes:

  • Describe the theoretical perspectives behind approaches to health and illness.
  • Evaluate differing models of health used within health and social care.
  • Discuss how social inequalities influence the life chances and health status of individuals

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain how principles of support are implemented in health and social care practice
  • Evaluate the impact of recent government policy, legislation, regulation, codes of practice and standards on practice.
  • Evaluate the theories that underpin the delivery of health and social care practice

Learning Outcomes:

  • Critically discuss differing perspectives of quality in relation to health and social care services.
  • Critically analyse, strategies for achieving quality in health and social care services.
  • Evaluate systems, policies and procedures in health and social care services to improve quality.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Undertake a pilot research project which does not require ethical approval.
  • Demonstrate the ability to formulate a research question.
  • Critically evaluate research outcomes.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain philosophies and relation ships in health and social care working.
  • Critically explore how to promote positive partnership working between users of services, professionals and organisations in health and social care.
  • Evaluate the outcomes of partnership working in health and social care.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Analyse different perceptions of health, disability and illness.
  • Discuss how to promote the participation and independence of users of health and social care services.
  • Evaluate how the design and review of services promotes and maximizes the rights of users of health and social care services.

Course Features

6-18 Months

11 Study Units

Online Learning

Assessment Based

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