Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care

The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care has been created to develop and reward the business health and social care workers of today and the future, and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to the health and social care sector. The rationale of the programmes is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop their management and care capabilities within the health and social care sector.

Delivery Methods

LIUS provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners which include blended learning, online learning, distance learning and in class. The learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience. Learners are able to interact with tutors and also we do provide our student LIUS online portal where students can see all the study notes, assignments briefing and online library.

Entry Requirements:

For entry onto  the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care, learners must: The qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access, for this qualification applicants must be aged 18 or over. It is envisaged that learners entering the Level 4 Diploma will have a Level 3 qualification. Learners entering the Level 5 Diploma will have a Level 4 qualification. In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic. Progression Achieving  the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care helps learners to progress into The ability to read and use appropriate literature with a full understanding; the ability to think independently and solve problems

1. Analysing, synthesising and summarising information critically.
2. The ability to read and use appropriate literature with a full and critical understanding, the ability to think independently and solve problems.
3. Apply subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems.
4. Recognise the moral and ethical issues of health and social care practice and research; appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct.
5. An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of health and social care service provision.
6. Capacity to give a clear and accurate account of a subject, assemble arguments in a mature way and engage in debate and dialogue both with specialists and non-specialists.
7. Transferable skills and knowledge which will enable individuals to meet changing needs.
8. Circumstances, whether within their own area of employment, or through promotion to a supervisory or management position, or to adapt to changes in the health/social care environment.
9. To motivate individuals to progress to further professional development through future study or as part of their chosen career.