Part Time Level 5 Diploma in Primary Care and Health Management

Duration2 years, Part-time Awarding Body

City & Guilds

Entry Requirements

• This course is for Practice Managers or those who would aspire to Practice Management and whilst formal qualifications are not required you will need experience in Primary Care.

• You will also need to be enthusiastic about your job and how professional management skills can assist in the health care setting.

Course Content

This Level 5 Diploma is fully
approved in the National
Qualifications Framework and
it presents an opportunity to gain
a professional qualification in
Primary Care management.

This programme demonstrates
a modern and innovative approach
to the world of management in a
General Practice. The programme
includes the following areas of study:
• Managing Medical Ethics and Legal Requirements in a Primary Care and Health Environment
• Financial Management and Budgeting in a Primary Care and Health Environment
• Managing Information and Communication in a Primary Care and
Health Environment
• Leading Teams
• Developing or Improving Services in a Primary Care and Health Environment
• Becoming an Effective Leader
• Managing for Efficiency and Effectiveness

Assessment Methods

The course is assessed through assignments which are totally practice based and reflect a pragmatic approach to management within your practice.

Progression Routes

The new GMS contract sets out the
competence framework for Primary
Care management and this
qualification goes a long way to
ensure that these skills are yours.
The Diploma in Primary Care
Management prepares the student for
these challenges and prepares you
for the future. Students may also
progress onto a BSc Hons Degree in
Business or Level 7 Chartered
Management Institute.