Health and Social Care Leadership

The aim of this unit is to provide learners with an in-depth understanding of theories in relation to leadership, and leadership styles, using these to appraise the leadership role, selecting and applying appropriate leadership approaches. 

Please note that for learners working in or studying the qualification in the UK, their evidence in relation to legislation, regulations, codes of practice etc must be in a UK context. If learners are not in the UK, they must state the country they are referring to in relation to these areas.

Managing People in Health and Social Care

The aim of this unit is to enable the learner to understand the processes involved in the recruitment, management and development of people in the health and social care workplace.  Learners will develop skills in the recruitment and retention of staff, as well as the importance of training and industrial relations. Learners will also understand the importance of identifying and managing cultural diversity in the workforce. 

Please note that for learners working in or studying the qualification in the UK, their evidence in relation to legislation, regulations, codes of practice etc must be in a UK context. If learners are not in the UK, they must state the country they are referring to in relation to these areas

Managing Finance in Health and Social Care

The aim of this unit is to introduce key financial concepts and tools for managers in health and social care. The unit considers the knowledge and understanding necessary for making finance informed decisions in health and social care organisations. This unit should be studied within the contexts of local, national and international legal frameworks and good practice relating to finance.  

Please note that for learners working in or studying the qualification in the UK, their evidence in relation to legislation, regulations, codes of practice etc must be in a UK context. If learners are not in the UK, they must state the country they are referring to in relation to these areas.

Health and Social Care Strategies and Policies

This unit aims to explore international health and social care policy; contemporary, political, social and cultural issues that help to determine healthcare policy and strategy applicable to the national and international context. 

Please note that for learners working in or studying the qualification in the UK, their evidence in relation to legislation, regulations, codes of practice etc must be in a UK context. If learners are not in the UK, they must state the country they are referring to in relation to these areas.

Leading Change in Health and Social Care

The aim of this unit is to develop learner understanding of how quality is perceived and achieved within health and social settings. Learners will also explore change management and have the opportunity to develop and evaluate a plan to implement change within an organisation. 

Please note that for learners working in or studying the qualification in the UK, their evidence in relation to legislation, regulations, codes of practice etc must be in a UK context. If learners are not in the UK, they must state the country they are referring to in relation to these areas.

Research Methods for Healthcare Professionals

The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ research skills to include understanding different research approaches, formulation of research proposals, planning research activity, analysing and interpreting data, and the relationship between research and evidence-based practice. 

Please note that for learners working in or studying the qualification in the UK, their evidence in relation to legislation, regulations, codes of practice etc must be in a UK context. If learners are not in the UK, they must state the country they are referring to in relation to these areas.