Level 5 Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study while working in a health and social care or children and young people's setting, building management and leadership skills directly in your role. The course typically takes 15 months. You'll develop the competence employers look for in senior and supervisory positions across care services. This level 5 leadership for health and social care and children and young people's services qualification is part of the Apprenticeship framework and is credit-based.
Who this course is for
The aims of this work-based qualification are to give candidates the opportunity to:
· develop their management and leadership skills and competence in a Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s setting
· achieve a nationally recognised qualification valued by employers
· progress to employment
· progress to further study
· continue professional development.
This qualification:
· is vocationally-related
· is credit-based
· is part of the Apprenticeship framework
Entry requirements
All staff involved in the assessment or delivery of these qualifications should understand the requirements of the qualification and match them to the needs and capabilities of individual candidates before entering them for one of these qualifications. These qualifications have been developed so they are free from any barriers that restrict access or progression and therefore promote equal opportunities. These qualifications are accredited in the QCF for learners aged 19 years and over. There are no formal entry requirements for these qualifications. There is no requirement for any specific prior learning. We recommend that an initial assessment should take place to ensure the candidate is capable of reaching the required standards.
What you will learn
You'll develop leadership and management skills relevant to health and social care or children and young people's settings.
You'll apply safeguarding principles and practice within your workplace.
You'll lead and support teams to deliver person-centred care and services.
You'll manage quality, risk, and governance in a care environment.
You'll understand legislation, policy, and regulatory frameworks affecting your sector.
You'll support professional development in yourself and others.
You'll communicate effectively with individuals, families, and multi-agency partners.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in your workplace. You'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your day-to-day practice, demonstrating competence against the qualification's requirements. Assessment is work-based and ongoing, with an assessor reviewing your evidence and observing your practice in your role. The qualification is credit-based, so units are assessed and credited as you complete them.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Havilah Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker: lead support programmes for young people in care or community settings.
Senior Care Worker: supervise frontline care teams in residential or community services.
Team Leader (Children's Services): manage day-to-day operations in children's support services.
Deputy Manager (Care Home): support the registered manager in running a care home.
Service Manager (Health and Social Care): oversee delivery across a care service or unit.
Children and Young People's Services Coordinator: plan and coordinate support programmes.
Supported Living Manager: lead a team supporting adults or young people in supported living.
What you could study next
Level 6 or Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management: for those moving into senior management or registered manager roles.
Degree in Social Work or Health and Social Care: if you want to move into qualified social work or advance into strategic leadership.
Registered Manager Award: required for those taking on a CQC-registered manager role in England.
