Award Titles Qualifications:

Level 7 Certificate Health and Social Care

Length of Programme:

12 Months

Exit Awards:

Certificate Level 7

Programme Structure:

This programme includes six core modules that cover the critical areas of leadership, policy, finance, change management, and research within the health and social care environment.

Core Modules:

- Health and Social Care Leadership
Explores leadership theories and styles, emphasizing transformational leadership in healthcare settings to improve service quality and team performance.

- Managing People in Health and Social Care
Focuses on effective human resource strategies, recruitment, staff development, and ethical considerations in workforce management.

- Managing Finance in Health and Social Care
Teaches budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and sustainable healthcare operations.

- Health and Social Care Strategies and Policies
Examines national and global health policies and strategic frameworks for delivering high-quality, compliant care services.

- Leading Change in Health and Social Care
Develops skills to manage organizational change, quality improvement, and innovation in complex healthcare environments.

- Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals
Provides tools for designing, conducting, and analyzing healthcare research, forming the foundation for evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this qualification, learners will be able to:

Apply advanced leadership and strategic thinking to health and social care management.
- Critically analyze healthcare policies and their impact on service delivery.
- Manage people and finances efficiently in care settings.
- Drive change initiatives and foster innovation in health services.
- Conduct and apply research to inform evidence-based healthcare practice.

Entry Requirements

Candidates must meet at least one of the following criteria:

- A Level 6 qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Health & Social Care, Nursing, Public Health).
- A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with relevant professional experience.
- Mature learners with significant managerial experience in the health or social care sector.

Career Pathways

Graduates of this programme can pursue roles such as:

- Health and Social Care Manager
- Clinical Services Manager
- Healthcare Operations Director
- Public Health Officer
- Policy Advisor or Consultant
- Health Programme Director

Progression Routes

Successful learners may progress to:

MBA in Healthcare Management
MSc in Public Health or Social Care Policy
Doctorate/PhD in Health and Social Care or Leadership
Additional professional certifications in healthcare leadership, quality assurance, or policy development