OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management

Health and Social Care

OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management

Level-6

Getting Started

The primary objective of the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management is to equip learners with the essential knowledge, understanding, and skills required to pursue a managerial role in the healthcare and social care field. This program encourages learners to demonstrate their abilities by documenting their professional experiences in alignment with national occupational standards. Consequently, learners will develop expertise in care management within the Health and Social Care sector.

Key Benefits

Provides learners with the necessary knowledge and skills to enter managerial positions within the healthcare and social care sector.
Prepares learners to fulfill the industry's standards and demands.
Offers hands-on experience to engage with real-world tasks.
Tackles the distinct demands and difficulties of the health and social care sector, addressing practical issues.
Promotes both personal and professional development

Key Highlights

If you're a practising or aspiring manager looking to enhance your career in the health and social care sector, then the Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care is the perfect entry point for advancing your career.
-We will ensure your access to the first-class education needed to achieve your goals and dreams and to maximise future opportunities.
-Remember! The assessment for the qualification is done based on assignments only, and you do not need to worry about writing any exam
With the School of Business and Technology London, you can complete the qualification at your own pace choosing online or blended learning from the comfort of your home.
Learning and pathway materials and study guides developed by our qualified tutors will be available around the clock in our cutting-edge learning management system.
Most importantly, at the School of Business and Technology London, we will provide you with comprehensive tutor support through our dedicated support desk.
If you choose your course with blended learning, you will also enjoy live sessions with an assigned tutor, which you can book at your convenience.

About Awarding Body

OTHM is an established and recognised Awarding Organisation (Certification Body) launched in 2003. OTHM has already made a mark in the UK and global online education scenario by creating and maintaining a user-friendly and skill based learning environment. OTHM has both local and international recognition which aids OTHM graduates to enhance their employability skills as well as allowing them to join degree and/or Master top-up programmes.

OTHM qualifications has assembled a reputation for maintaining significant skills in a wide range of job roles and industries which comprises Business Studies, Leadership, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Health and Social Care, Information Technology, Accounting and Finance, Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

What is included?

Outstanding tutor support that gives you supportive guidance all through the course accomplishment through the SBTL Support Desk Portal.
Access our cutting-edge learning management platform to access vital learning resources and communicate with the support desk team.
Quality learning materials such as structured lecture notes, study guides, and practical applications, which include real-world examples and case studies, will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats: PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.
The tutors will provide Formative assessment feedback to improve the learners’ achievements.
Assessment materials are accessible through our online learning platform.
Supervision for all modules.
Multiplatform accessibility through an online learning platform facilitates SBTL in providing learners with course materials directly through smartphones, laptops, tablets or desktops, allowing students to study at their convenience.
Live Classes (for Blended Learning Students only)

Assessment

Internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM
Assignment based Assessment
No exam

Entry Requirements

Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 5 diploma or equivalent recognised qualification
Learners over 21 years with management experience
Learners must be 18 years or older to enrol at the beginning of the course
English requirements: Must provide evidence of English language competency for learners from non-English-speaking country

Progression

Relevant OTHM diploma qualifications at Level 7
This qualification holds approval and regulation by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). So, learners are also qualified to pursue higher-level qualifications in their field.

Why gain a OTHM Qualification?

Quality, Standards and Recognitions- OTHM qualifications are approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation); hence, the learners can be very confident about the quality of the qualifications as well.
Career Development to increase credibility with employers- All OTHM qualifications are developed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge every employer seeks. The learners pursuing an OTHM qualification will obtain an opportunity to enhance their knowledge and grow key competencies to tackle situations and work on projects more effectively, which will, in turn, give learners the potential to get promotions within the workplace. Alternatively, it allows them to progress onto an MBA top-up/Bachelor's degree / Master's degree programme around the World.
Flexible study options- All OTHM qualifications have a credit value, which tells you how many credits are awarded when a unit is completed. The credit value will indicate how long it will normally take you to prepare for a unit or qualification.

Three different types of qualification are:

The award is achieved with 1 – 12 credits
The certificate is completed with 13 – 36 credits
The diploma is completed with at least 37 credits

Learners must request before enrolment to interchange unit(s) other than the preselected units shown in the SBTL website because we need to make sure the availability of learning materials for the requested unit(s). SBTL will reject an application if the learning materials for the requested interchange unit(s) are unavailable.

Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete.

UNIT1- Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care

Reference No : F/618/5499

Credit : 20 || TQT : 200

The aim of this unit is to introduce learners to the core principles of reflective practice and their relevance to personal and professional development in their roles as managers within the health and social care sector. Furthermore, this unit enables learners to apply these principles in order to progress in their careers in health and social care management.

UNIT2- Managing Quality in Health and Social Care Settings

Reference No : K/618/5657

Credit : 20 || TQT : 200

The goal of this unit is to enrich learners' comprehension of various viewpoints on quality in the context of delivering health and social care services. It also explores the approaches for evaluating quality, all with the ultimate aim of improving service users' experiences through their active involvement.

UNIT3- Principles of Leadership and Management

Reference No : M/618/5501

Credit : 20 || TQT : 200

This unit seeks to cultivate the leadership and management skills of learners, establishing the groundwork for their roles as adept healthcare professionals. It introduces team supervision and tactics for managing complex situations, ultimately guaranteeing the provision of top-tier services through the efficient implementation of practices and policies.

UNIT4- Health and Safety in Health and Social Care Settings

Reference No : T/618/5502

Credit : 20 || TQT : 200

The goal of this unit is to improve learners' understanding of managerial responsibilities in ensuring the safety and well-being of both the healthcare and social care work environment and its occupants.

UNIT5- Resource Management in Health and Social Care

Reference No : A/618/5503

Credit : 20 || TQT : 200

The objective of this unit is to cultivate learners' understanding of the processes associated with the management of human and financial resources. This unit explores areas such as the recruitment, supervision, and advancement of individuals within the health and social care setting. Additionally, it examines the fundamental financial principles and tools that healthcare and social organization managers employ.

UNIT6- Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals

Reference No : D/507/9468

Credit : 20 || TQT : 200

Within this unit, learners will develop their research skills, improving their understanding of diverse research methodologies, the formulation of research proposals, the coordination of research endeavors, the analysis and interpretation of data, and the linkage between research and evidence-based practice.

Delivery Methods

School of Business & Technology London provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners, including online learning and blended learning. Thus, learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience. The program is self-paced and accomplished through our cutting-edge Learning Management System. Learners can interact with tutors by messaging through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System to discuss the course materials, get guidance and assistance and request assessment feedbacks on assignments.

We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue an innovative learning approach where traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and incredibly high support level. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor, whether online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish.

The significant difference between blended learning and online learning methods at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Sessions. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live sessions, which can be booked in advance on their convenience at additional cost. These live sessions are relevant to the learners' program of study and aim to enhance the student's comprehension of research, methodology and other essential study skills. We try to make these live sessions as communicating as possible by providing interactive activities and presentations.

Resources and Support

School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently.

Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.

How does the Online Learning work at SBTL?

We at SBTL follow a unique approach which differentiates us from other institutions. Indeed, we have taken distance education to a new phase where the support level is incredibly high.Now a days, convenience, flexibility and user-friendliness outweigh demands. Today, the transition from traditional classroom-based learning to online platforms is a significant result of these specifications. In this context, a crucial role played by online learning by leveraging the opportunities for convenience and easier access. It benefits the people who want to enhance their career, life and education in parallel streams. SBTL’s simplified online learning facilitates an individual to progress towards the accomplishment of higher career growth without stress and dilemmas.

How will you study online?

With the School of Business & Technology London, you can study wherever you are. You finish your program with the utmost flexibility. You will be provided with comprehensive tutor support online through SBTL Support Desk portal.

How will I get tutor support online?

School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal, through which our support team liaise with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receive a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and to streamline all the support process efficiently. Learners should expect to receive a response on queries like guidance and assistance within 1 - 2 working days. However, if the support request is for assessment feedback, learners will receive the reply with feedback as per the time frame outlined in the Assessment Feedback Policy.

What is the difference between online learning and blended learning at SBTL?

We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue a smart learning approach where the traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and the support level is incredibly high. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor whether it is online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish of the course.

The significant difference between blended and online learning at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Sessions. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live sessions which can be booked in advance on their convenience most of the time. In addition to the Online Live Sessions, students will also receive all the standard benefits offered to Online Learning students.

How does the blended learning work at SBTL?

SBTL strategically and conveniently employ Blended Learning, where web-based learning using hybrid-teaching technology coupled with a block delivery of live workshops (classes) replaces the traditional regular classroom-based learning. The live sessions are provided online using Apps like GoToMeeting, Zoom or Skype. In addition to the live sessions, blended learning students will receive comprehensive tutor support through our support desk portal like online learning students.

This mode of study is treated as a Full-time study, not as Online learning. School of Business & Technology London understands that choosing the right education institution is as important as the qualifications you gain. Thus, SBTL always takes a genuine interest in the needs of our students and believe that we can drive positive change for their future.

Does TQT and GLH denotes the same?

Total Qualification Time (TQT) denotes the minimum timeframe a learner takes or requires to complete their qualification.It comprises of the GL (Hours) plus all other time taken in preparation,study or research or any other form of participation in education or training, however no direct supervision of a lecturer or tutor is required. TQT is a terminology mostly used within the qualifications regulated by Ofqual as part of the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF). When calculating TQT, Awarding bodies take into account similar qualifications to ensure that both the quality and the requirement is met. We also consider the views and expectations of the learners of our qualifications during the development process leading to the attainment of qualification. Our learners will see TQT expressed in two ways within the qualification specifications.

Guided Learning hours are designed in a way that the learner need to complete the activities/ presentations under the instruction, guidance or supervision of a lecturer, tutor or supervisor either by physical presence or electronic means such as prepared lecture slides or learning material. Where a qualification follows a unitised structure, each unit will be allocated a GL(hours) value but where a qualification does not follow a unitised structure, GL (hours) will be allocated to the qualification as a whole. We at School of Business & Technology London provide well precise and detailed learning materials, prepared by qualified and approved tutors in line with the specifications detailed by the awarding body. Besides, learners are given constructive formative feedback for each unit emphasising for learning and development.

Do i have access to books and journals?

We at SBTL offer comprehensive learning materials to the learners made by qualified and approved tutors. In order to accomplish the qualification, learners are needed to undertake further research and readings to achieve the learning outcomes. Thus for further research and readings learners may need to access a number of books and/or journals ,articles from external sources such as libraries or online libraries when and where required. . If you are studying a CMI qualification, you will be provided with access to CMI Management Direct portal where you will have access to several eBooks, Journals and videos etc.

Is the fee structure for online learning and blended learning same?

The course fee for online learning and blended learning are different. The fee details provided in the ‘fees and funding section’ of each course is meant for online learning only. If you want to know the fee details for a blended learning program, please speak to our admission team or email at admission@sbusinesslondon.ac.uk.

What comprehensive supports do I get with Blended Learning?

SBTL continuously innovates and provides high-quality education to transform the skills, knowledge and understanding of our students to enhance their employability and enable them to compete successfully in the dynamic and ever-changing business world. Blended Learning students at SBTL will receive the following benefits.

Allocated Supervisor/tutor
Comprehensive Tutor Support through tutor support desk portal.
Live Workshops (Classes)
Virtual Learning Environment Platform
Assessment Resources
Assessment Guidelines
Comprehensive Module Guidelines
Evaluation Samples

How many hours live sessions will I receive with blended learning option?

The number of hours of live sessions offered for blended learning students varies according to the course level they enrolled. Please see the illustrative examples below.

Award Level - 3 Hours
Certificate Level- 6 Hours
Diploma Level- 8 Hours
Extended Diploma – 10 Hours

What makes you different from other providers?

At School of Business & Technology London, we deploy a cutting-edge learning management system where the learners are enabled to pursue accredited online education with a simplified process. We focus on conferring utmost flexibility on you for schedules and accessibility and learner decide when and how to study. We offer advanced and proficient course portfolio, which meets the current global professional needs. Learners can accomplish their qualification at their own pace, and they don't need to put their life on hold to get qualified.

What does the allocated tutor provide to me ?

Provide you with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish of your course through the support desk portal.
Offer constructive formative feedback on your assignments, which you can then revise.
Offer guidance on the proposed structure.
Discuss the progress of your works with you during the course.
Advise you about matters of presentation, such as the title page, contents page, pagination, footnoting and Harvard Referencing.

Do you provide learning materials?

Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.

Do I have to purchase any book?

We at SBTL offer comprehensive learning materials to the learners made by the industry experts. However, some courses may require textbooks to be bought by the student though it is not essential. If you are studying a CMI qualification, you will be provided with access to CMI Management Direct portal where you will have access to several eBooks, Journals and videos etc.

How are the assessments conducted?

Assessments are conducted through assignments and exams. Most of the courses offered at SBTL do to come with exams but only assignments. To find out whether your course requires exams, please visit the relevant course details page on our website and check the assessment section.

Can I interchange units?

Being an approved centre, School of Business & Technology London reserve the right to preselect units to deliver each qualification. For every course, SBTL has preselected units (modules) as per the criteria among the various units listed in the course specification provided by the awarding body. The preselected units are shown in the details page of every course on our website.

Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete.

What are the payment methods?

The fee can be paid in either of the following methods:

Debit / Credit Card
PayPal
Bank Transfer

Does my course have a deadline?

As it is a purely online program you have the flexibility to complete the learning at your ease. However, there is a course expiry date for each awarding body. Learner(s) is required to complete their course within the duration specified for each course. If the learner(s) would require additional time, they should inform the admissions manager during the enrollment process. The course duration for all the (a) award programs are 6 months, (b) certificate programs are 10 months, (c) diploma programs are 12 months and (d) extended diploma programs are 18 months. The course duration for the degree top-up programs are subject to the relevant university where the learner(s) is enrolled. This course duration is applicable for all the programs delivered by SBTL, irrespective of the awarding bodies. Suppose, for any reason, you exceed the maximum course duration, and additional time was not agreed upon during enrolment. In that case, you must request a course extension in writing within 14 days of the course expiry date. If your request is approved, a course extension fee is applicable. The applicable course extension fee is £150.00 plus VAT, which acts towards the administration charges for the course extension. You may also need to pay any awarding body re-registration fee if applicable, which will be subject to the policy of the respective awarding body .

What is the URL for the payment page?

https://www.sbusinesslondon.ac.uk/pay-here

Do I have to pay full payment in advance?

The fee can be paid in two ways; either it can be made with a single payment or monthly instalments as specified in the course details page. Students who make a single amount will get an extra discount.

Can I have a customised payment plan?

Both monthly and single payment details for online learning are given on our site. However, if you want to have a customised payment plan, please speak to our admission team or email at admission@sbusinesslondon.ac.uk

What are the significant steps that I need to follow once I decide to join with you?

Select your course

You choose the course that you decide to pursue but ensure you meet the entry requirements.

Enrol

Once the course is selected, you make an application via our website and contact us via email admission@sbusinesslondon.ac.uk. You can make the payment online or bank transfer- either a single payment or easily monthly instalments.

Access to Learning Portal

You will be provided with the login credentials to access the learning portal, which will have all sorts of pathway learning materials to complete your programs successfully. The simplified materials are easy to understand and would help you to work on your assignments.

Dedicated Tutor

You will be allocated to a tutor and supported by our academic support team who will assist, and advice about your course and assignments. Once you accomplish your assignment, your allocated tutor will assess your work and provides you with formative feedback which will help you to improve your assignment prior to the final submission.

Assessment of Assignments.

Feedback is provided to you regularly when you improve your work. Once the final submission is made, marks and grades are published via the learning portal.

Certification

You will get your certificate once you completed the course successfully. You can then move on to your desired career with the help of the accredited certificate. You can enrol for a different course with us; if you want to study more, Decision is yours.

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