Leadership and Management for Care Services

Course Objectives

This course is suitable for those working in management and supervisory positions within Health and Social Care.

Entry Requirements

* Sufficient occupational competence
* Current working knowledge
* Managerial or supervisory role

Course Structure

The qualification comprises of 20 units; 10 in total must be completed to achieve this NVQ (4 mandatory and 6 optional units comprising one unit from each of the 4 optional groups and a further two optional units from any of the optional groups).

Mandatory Units

1. Develop, maintain and evaluate systems and structures to promote the rights, responsibilities and diversity of people CA03
2. Manage a service, which meets the best possible outcomes for the individual RM1
3. Manage the use of financial resources B3
4. Manage the performance of teams and individuals C13

Group 1 Manage Activities

1. Manage activities to meet requirements A2
2. Contribute to improvements at work A4
3. Develop programmes, projects and plans SNH4U1
4. Contribute to the provision of effective physical, social and emotional environments for group care CASC20
5. Ensure individuals and groups are supported appropriately when experiencing significant life events and transitions RM2
6. Promote the interests of client groups in the community SNH4U4

Group 2 Manage People and other Resources

1. Take responsibility for your business performance and the continuing development of self and others RG6
2. Develop teams and individuals to enhance performance environment C10
3. Select personnel for activities C8
4. Develop and sustain arrangements for joint working between workers and agencies CASC15
5. Develop your plans for the business BD A2

Group 3 Manage Information

1. Provide information to support decision making D4
2. Facilitate meetings D2

Group 4 Manage Quality

1. Manage continuous quality improvement F3
2. Monitor compliance with quality systems F6

Registration and Exams

Awarding body fees are paid separately from the school fees.

Career Opportunities

Professional training such as Social Work, Nursing or Occupational Therapy is a possible progression route. An individual's choice will depend on their job role. Examples include financial control, leadership and management of staff, performance management of staff, designing and implementing policies and procedures to fulfil legal requirements and good practice, such as Health & Safety and procurement and management of safe handling of drugs and quality assurance.