The ProQual Level 5 Diploma in Advanced Health and Social Care Support is aimed at candidates who are working in a Health and Social Care setting and wish to develop in areas vital for the enhanced role of an Assistant Practitioner, including personal and professional development, research, anatomy and physiology, advanced communication skills and person-centred practices.

Candidates will be working in either a team leader, supervisor or managerial position.

 

Course Structure

Through the Learning Assistant platform provided by City & Guilds, you can earn your qualification online while learning, developing and practicing the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Health & Social Care.

To gain the Level 5 Diploma in Advanced Health and Social Care Support you must complete 3 mandatory units and choose from a wide range of optional units, covering both your knowledge and your working practice. Your assessor will discuss the optional units with you and help you to decide which units would be beneficial to you.

 

Mandatory Units

Unit F/602/2612: Facilitate Change in Health and Social Care or Children and Young People’s Settings

Unit Y/600/9588: Develop and Evaluate Operational Plans for Own Area of Responsibility

Unit F/602/2853: Lead the Management of Transitions

Unit F/504/2218: Understand Professional Management and Leadership in Health and Social Care or Children and Young People’s Settings

 

Course Format

The learning material is provided electronically on the Learning Assistant Platform with a guidebook and assessment plan. The assessment team will monitor your progress to offer you support and guidance throughout your course. 

 

Assessment

You will build up a portfolio of evidence in the form of written statements or “Reflective Accounts” along with supporting work products you have produced. You may also supply witness testimonies or statements from third parties with whom you work. This may include a supervisor, line manager or other suitably qualified individuals who understand your job role and the standards you have to meet to obtain this level of qualification.

The ProQual Level 5 Diploma does not require an observation.

 

Age Restrictions

The ProQual Level 5 Diploma in Advanced Health and Social Care Support is not approved for those under the age of 18.

 

Duration

Learners will receive 12 months access to their course. Average completion time for the Level 5 Diploma is 6-8 months.

 

Support

You will receive full uncapped access to the TrustTeach Health & Social Care assessment team for 12 months. You can contact the assessment team via phone, email or over the Learning Assistant platform.  Our assessors work Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm, and any messages sent outside of these hours will be picked up during normal working times.  

You will receive your e-cert within 1 week of completion and the hard copy of your certificate within 4 weeks of completion.

 

Pricing

The cost of the course is £1145.00

Should you wish to pay in full by card you can receive 15% off the full cost of the course. Use code PIF15 or call +44 (0)203 9002048.

Interest-free payment plans are available to suit all budgets with no credit checks.