Course Overview

Taking a modern and digital-first approach, our course content is regularly updated to meet the needs of the sector. That means you’ll gain the key leadership skills required to face today’s most pressing health and care challenges. During your studies, you’ll have access to valuable learning and networking resources from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and the Institute for Health and Social Care Management (IHSCM).

This DipHE is the ideal choice if you’re currently unsure about committing to a full degree course and for current professionals looking to gain a qualification to progress their careers. With the Level 5 qualification under your belt, you’ll be able to apply for Registered Manager roles in health and care. After you graduate, you’ll also have the chance to progress onto your full undergraduate degree if you wish to do so.

Arden is one of the only universities in the UK offering DipHE leadership courses contextualized for health and care. By undertaking this course, you’ll have better opportunities to apply for workplace funding than on a standard undergraduate degree.

General Eligibility

Level 5 Diploma HE Health and Care Management

• Passes in two subjects at GCE A Level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent.

• If you can’t fulfill these requirements, we will also consider applications that demonstrate significant skills and responsibility in a health and/or care role.

Part Time Work Details

In a distance learning course, there are typically no strict regulations regarding part-time employment, providing students with the flexibility to pursue work opportunities while studying remotely. This autonomy allows individuals to manage their schedules and balance professional commitments with their educational pursuits.

Language Requirement

• • For students whose English is not their first language, IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element); or TOEFL iBT 80; or equivalent.