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Level 5 Diploma In Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF)

Level 5 Diploma In Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF)

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  • On-Demand course

  • 3 days

Description

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To ensure smooth and effective operations in care settings, it is crucial to have competent leaders who can implement and oversee tasks. While management and leadership skills are essential for high-level positions in any industry, adult care demands a special level of sensitivity and safeguarding.

Our online course equips you with the necessary skills to deliver quality leadership within care settings. The course content aligns with the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Leadership and Management in Care Services, ensuring that you meet the required standards. You will gain the confidence to handle challenging situations and adapt to changing environments.

The Level 5 Leadership and Management for Adult Care course provides essential training and guidance for the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF). This qualification is the most up-to-date and recognised qualification for Registered Managers approved by CQC and Skills For Care.

In addition to enhancing your skill set, our Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care opens doors for career progression in the sector. Whether it's safeguarding, supervision, governance, or communication, this course equips you with everything you need to thrive in a management role within the adult care sector.

Our online Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care is accredited by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and regulated by Ofqual, it is also a (RQF) and is listed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications, ensuring that you receive high-quality education throughout your studies.

Bonus Content:

Our course has been informed by former Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspectors. As a result, we have modules covering the following:

  • CQC’s new single assessment framework

  • How to prepare for your CQC Registered Manager Interview

  • How to prepare for a CQC Inspection

These additional short modules will give you skills and competencies that will put you in the best position to deliver care and manage a care setting to the highest standard.

Advance Your Career:

Education plays a crucial role in unlocking new opportunities for career progression, especially in leadership and management roles. This Level 5 Diploma serves as a steppingstone to promotions and new positions. It can support your application for various roles, including:

  • Care Manager

  • Deputy Manager

  • Day Services Manager

  • Registered Manager

  • CQC Inspector

Study at Your Own Pace:

Unlike traditional classroom learning, our online course allows you the freedom to study at a pace that suits your lifestyle. You can balance your existing commitments without neglecting your routine, making it ideal for those who work full-time.

Qualification Features:

  • Assessment by a fully qualified and competent Assessor

  • Access to learning platform and resources

  • Portfolio-building

  • Ongoing learner support

  • Ongoing tutor support

  • Internal and external quality assurance

  • External certification upon completion

  • Printed Hard-copy and Electronic Diploma Certificate accredited by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and regulated by Ofqual.

How the course is delivered:

The qualification is delivered through online learning materials, reading material, videos, audio, email support from tutors, telephone support, and other necessary resources. Knowledge and understanding are assessed through written questions and answers, while competence and practical skills are assessed through various methods, including work-products evidence, personal statements, reflective accounts, case studies, and professional discussions.

The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF) is the recognised qualification for Registered Managers approved by CQC and Skills For Care. It is intended for individuals with management responsibility in various care settings for adults, such as residential care homes, nursing homes, domiciliary care agencies, hospitals, and more.

Qualification Details:

  • Qualification Name: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF)

  • Awarding Body: Accredited by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and regulated by Ofqual.

  • Qualification Number: 610/0955/6

  • Assessment Method: Portfolio of evidence with support from an assessor

  • Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 692 hours

  • Estimated Completion Time: 12 months

  • Maximum Completion Time: 24 months

  • Type of Study: Part-time distance learning

  • Learner Studies: Self-paced with tutor support

  • Work Requirements: Learner must be working or working towards a senior care job role or work placement in England

  • Age Entry Requirements: 19 years and over, no maximum age

  • Qualification Requirements: No formal previous qualification required

Course Description:

The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF) covers all the knowledge and skills required for managers in care settings regulated by CQC in England. It is designed for those who manage care and support services within the adult care sector in England. It is important to note that learners must live and work in England to pursue this qualification.

Usual Job Roles:

  • Directors

  • Nominated persons

  • Area Managers

  • Quality Assurance and Compliance Managers

  • Managers

  • Deputy managers

  • Seniors

  • Assistant managers

  • Similar job roles

Study at Your Own Pace:

Unlike traditional classroom learning, our online course allows you the freedom to study at a pace that suits your lifestyle. You can balance your existing commitments without neglecting your routine, making it ideal for those who work full-time.

Study Programme Content:

To complete the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (RQF), learners must complete a minimum of 80 credits, including mandatory and optional units. The qualification is delivered through online learning materials, email support from tutors, telephone support, and other necessary resources. Knowledge and understanding are assessed through written questions and answers, while competence and practical skills are assessed through various methods, including work-products evidence, personal statements, reflective accounts, case studies, and professional discussions.

Course Duration:

The normal duration to complete the qualification is between 12 months.

Quality Assurance:

Each learner's portfolio of evidence is quality-assured twice by the Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) and the External Quality Assurer (EQA) for final sign-off and certification by the Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and regulated by Ofqual.

Certificates:

Upon full completion of the qualification, learners will receive Printed Hard-copy and Electronic Diploma Certificate accredited by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and regulated by Ofqual.

Why Choose Courses from Sirius:

Our courses are designed to be accessible to anyone, regardless of their ability or devices they own. We provide a secure online Learning Management System. Learners can easily navigate through the learning materials, complete assessments, and obtain completion certificates. Our courses include dedicated support from assessors and tutors. Assessments are promptly marked, and guidance provided.

Modules: 

Unit 1: Leadership and Management in Adult Care

Unit 2: Governance and Regulatory Processes in Adult Care

Unit 3: Effective Decision-Making in Adult Care

Unit 4: Business and Resource Management for Adult Care

Unit 5: Team Leadership within Adult Care

Unit 6: Team Leading and Development for Adult Care

Unit 7: Supervising Others in Adult Care

Unit 8: Safeguarding in Adult Care

Unit 9: Understand Mental Capacity for Adult Care

Unit 10: Work in Partnerships in Adult Care

Unit 11: Manage Comments and Complaints in Adult Care

Unit 12: Leading the Vision in Adult Care

Unit 13: Continuous Improvement and Change in Adult Care

Unit 14: Effective Communication in Adult Care

Unit 15: Handling Information in Adult Care

Unit 16: Leading Person-Centred Practice in Adult Care

Unit 17: Health and Wellbeing in Adult Care

Unit 18: Importance of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights in Adult Care

Unit 19: Health and Safety in Adult Care

Unit 20: Continuous Development in Adult Care

Unit 21: Importance of Personal Well-being in Adult Care

Additional Units

Lead and Manage End of Life Care Services

Lead and Manage Infection Prevention and Control Within the Work Setting

Explore Models of Disability

Lead and Manage Practice in Dementia Care

You might be someone who wants to progress their carer into a managerial role. Or you might be someone who is currently starting their own social care business and require the level 5 diploma to support your registered manager/nominated individual application and registration. This Level 5 Diploma serves as a steppingstone to promotions and new positions. It can support your application for various roles, including:

  • Care Manager

  • Deputy Manager

  • Day Services Manager

  • Registered Manager

  • CQC Inspector

Requirements:

To pursue this qualification, learners must live and work in England and have access to a computer/laptop/tablet with internet access. They should be employed in a suitable role within the health and social care, preferably in a management or supervisory position. A minimum Level 2 in literacy and numeracy is advised, and English reading ability is required.

Career Path:

Completing this qualification qualifies individuals to manage care or health facilities and attain Registered Manager status with the CQC. It also opens doors to progress further as Regional/Operations Managers or even as care business owners:

  • Care Manager

  • Deputy Manager

  • Day Services Manager

  • Registered Manager

  • Area Manager

  • Quality Assurance Manager

  • CQC Inspector

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What happens if I fail on an assessment?

    Your tutor will provide feedback, and you can resubmit an amended version.

  • What support materials do you provide?

    We provide reading materials and interactive presentations to support your learning.

  • How long does my course access last?

    You will have access to the online course materials for 12 months, with the possibility of an extension if needed.

  • How old must I be to enroll on this course?

    You must be at least 19 years old.

Course Content

Welcome
  1. Welcome
  2. Learner Agreement
  3. Help Guides
  4. Induction and Tutor Support
  5. Reading List and Useful Websites
Unit 1 Reading Materials and Assessments
  1. Leadership and Management in Adult Care
  2. Understanding Coaching and Mentoring
  3. Understand leadership and management in adult care
  4. Role of Leadership in Adult Care Services
  5. Importance of Adapting Leadership and Management Style
  6. Importance of Values and Culture in Adult Social Care Organizations
  7. Unit 1 Assessment
  8. CQC New Single Assessment Framework
  9. How to prepare for your Registered Manager CQC interview
  10. How to prepare for a CQC inspection
  11. End of Unit Reflections
Unit 2 Governance and Regulatory Processes in Adult Care
  1. Governance and Regulatory Processes in Adult Care
  2. The key roles, remits, and responsibilities in registered services
  3. Internal governance procedures used within own organisation
  4. Legislation, regulations and statutory guidance underpinning and supporting the inspection system
  5. Types of services subject to registration and inspection
  6. The inspection system and the regulator
  7. How services are inspected and the ratings system
  8. Different types of inspection and key themes of the inspection process
  9. How and when enforcement action can be used
  10. Ways in which information is collected about the service and used to inform inspection activities
  11. How the requirements of the regulations are met within own service and evidence which can be used
  12. The people who need to be involved and aware of the inspection process
  13. Ways to address the outcome of an inspection & how it can be used to drive improvements
  14. Unit summary
  15. Unit 2 Assessment
Unit 3 Effective Decision Making in Adult Care
  1. Unit 3 - Effective Decision Making in Adult Care
  2. Data, information, and intelligence
  3. How values and priorities affect decision-making
  4. How to enable others to contribute to the decision-making
  5. The importance of reviewing and evaluating decisions to improve quality
  6. Decisions made in care settings
  7. Collecting data, information, and intelligence to guide decision-making
  8. A variety of possible solutions and conclusions
  9. Involving individuals and others in the decision-making process and implementing the outcome
  10. Evaluating decisions and the decision-making process
  11. Unit 3 Assessment
Unit 4 Business and Resource Management for Adult Care
  1. Unit 4 - Business and Resource Management for Adult Care
  2. Accurate forecasting for resource requirements
  3. Using assets and resources beyond traditional services
  4. The role of technology in service delivery and management
  5. The concept of "sustainability" in resource management
  6. Roles, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities in Resource Management within an Organisation
  7. Legislation, policy, and practices underpinning safe and fair recruitment
  8. Ways to Boost Hiring and Keeping Adult Care Staff
  9. The importance of ensuring employment practices are free from discrimination and harassment
  10. Identifying staffing needs
  11. Workforce Succession and Contingency Planning
  12. Improving Performance and Employee Management
  13. How adult care services are arranged, acquired, and funded, and the factors influencing them
  14. How your service adapts to the broader market and local community needs
  15. Unit 4 Assessment
Unit 5
  1. Unit 5 - Team Leadership within Adult Care
  2. The team’s commitment to the service and its values
  3. Values and behaviours which recognise and champion diversity, equality, and inclusion
  4. Encouraging creativity and innovation in planning how to meet team objectives and agree a team plan
  5. Supporting the team to work towards team objectives
  6. Unit 5 Assessment
Unit 6
  1. Unit 6 - Team Leading and Development for Adult Care
  2. The purpose and benefits of workforce planning and development
  3. Continually improving your knowledge
  4. The importance of reflective practice in improving performance and various models that support this
  5. Available mechanisms and resources that can support learning and professional development
  6. Unit 6 Assessment
Unit 7 - Supervising Others in Adult Care
  1. How requirements of legislation, codes of practice and agreed ways of working influence requirements
  2. Different supervision activities and processes which can be used in adult care
  3. How effective supervision can protect the supervisor and organisation
  4. External and Internal Factors Influencing Practice
  5. How supervision can be used alongside appraisal and professional development processes
  6. Helping the supervisee reflect and explore methods for handling different situations
  7. Unit 7 Assessment
Unit 8 - Safeguarding in Adult Care
  1. Safeguarding in Adult Care
  2. Understanding the legal framework and national guidelines is essential in safeguarding adults.
  3. Local systems, practices, and agencies focused on adult safeguarding play a crucial role, as does one's role within these frameworks
  4. Cases that have changed policy
  5. Legal provisions in relation to whistleblowing and information sharing
  6. Leading a Response to Suspected or Disclosed Abuse or Neglect
  7. Integrating safeguarding principles throughout all aspects of practice, policy, and procedure
  8. Unit 8 Assessment
Unit 9 - Understand Mental Capacity for Adult Care
  1. Understand Mental Capacity for Adult Care
  2. How to apply and uphold key principles of mental capacity legislation and code of practice
  3. Assessment of risk in situations where an individual’s capacity is a concern
  4. Own and team members’ development needs relating to mental capacity and their practice
  5. Restrictive practices, Restraint and Deprivation of Liberty, what they are and how they apply
  6. Responsibilities in relation to restrictive practices and deprivations of liberty
  7. Potential impacts of restrictive practices on individuals and others
  8. Unit 9 Assessment
Unit 10 - Work in Partnerships in Adult Care
  1. How legislation and regulation influence working relationships with others
  2. How relationships affect the achievement of positive outcomes for individuals and their families
  3. How networking and collaborating with other agencies and groups benefits users and the organisation
  4. The methods, protocols, and limitations of using different communication methods in partnerships
  5. The features of collaborative partnership working across agencies; and ways to overcome barriers
  6. Systems and practices that allow colleagues to make appropriate contributions using their expertise
  7. The effectiveness of partnership work, the processes and seeking agreement for improvements
  8. Unit 10 Assessment
Unit 11 - Managing Comments and Complaints in Adult
  1. This unit covers two main learning goals.
  2. The relationship between the management of comments and complaints, risk management and safeguarding
  3. Regulatory requirements, codes of practice and guidance for managing comments and complaints
  4. Why service users and others may be reluctant to raise comments or make complaints
  5. Supporting team members to understand systems and procedures related to comments and complaints
  6. Ensuring accessible information and support is available to enable and encourage comments/complaints
  7. Unit 11 Assessment
Unit 12 - Leading the Vision in Adult Care
  1. Leading the Vision in Adult Care
  2. The role of adult carers
  3. Supporting stakeholders within & beyond the organisation to be aware of the vision
  4. Creating a plan to implement the vision and future direction of the service
  5. Unit 12 Assessment
Unit 13 - Continuous Improvement and Change in Adult Care
  1. Understand Continuous Quality Improvement in Adult Social Care
  2. Continuous quality improvement tools
  3. How governance, audit processes, and compliance support good practice
  4. Create opportunities for individuals and others to provide feedback
  5. How to plan for and lead the implementation of improvements
  6. Recognise and utilise the expertise of others
  7. Unit 13 Assessment
Unit 14 - Effective Communication in Adult Care
  1. Effective Communication in Adult Care
  2. How communication skills underpin positive outcomes, leadership/management, and relationships
  3. Skills that underpin conflict management and conflict resolution techniques
  4. Adapting communication style in response to the emotional context and communication style of others
  5. The effectiveness of communication practices to support positive outcomes for individuals
  6. Unit 14 Assessment
Unit 15 Handling Information in Adult Care
  1. Handling Information in Adult Care
  2. What is meant by a ‘data breach’ in the handling of information
  3. The actions to be taken in the event of a data breach
  4. Initiate the service’s business continuity plan and its relevance to data and cyber security
  5. Legal requirements for effective information management
  6. Legal/ethical conflicts between maintaining confidentiality and sharing information
  7. Training needs in relation to handing information
  8. Unit 15 Assessment

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