FAST TRACK DIPLOMA LEVEL 5 HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE MANAGEMENT
Fast Track Diploma — Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care Management
Provider: Fast Track Diploma — 100% online for Nigerian students
Course Overview
The Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care Management is designed for aspiring and current care managers, senior supervisors, and team leaders who want to advance their leadership, management, and operational skills in health and social care settings. Delivered entirely online, this programme equips Nigerian students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to lead teams, implement quality improvement, and manage services effectively.
Mode: 100% online — study from anywhere in Nigeria
Duration: 36–52 weeks (flexible self-paced or fast-track options)
Assessment: Assignments, case studies, reflective portfolios, workplace-verified evidence, and a final management project
Level: Level 5 (higher vocational/second-year higher national level)
Why Choose This Course
Tailored for Nigerian health and social care contexts, including community health services, private care, and NGOs.
Flexible online delivery — study alongside work or personal commitments.
Practical focus on management, leadership, safeguarding, and quality assurance.
Access to tutor support, webinars, and downloadable resources optimized for Nigerian internet connectivity.
Prepares students for career progression, including supervisory, managerial, and quality assurance roles.
Who This Course Is For
Current supervisors, team leaders, or managers in care and social services.
Professionals with Level 4 Health & Social Care qualifications or equivalent experience.
Those aspiring to move into management, safeguarding leadership, or quality improvement roles.
Mature learners preparing for higher-level vocational qualifications or degree progression.
Entry Requirements (Nigeria)
Level 4 Health & Social Care or equivalent experience in care management.
English proficiency and basic digital literacy.
Reliable internet access and a device to view materials and submit evidence.
Mature learners with relevant experience may be considered with employer support.
Study Support
Flexible online learning with tutor guidance, webinars, and discussion forums.
Templates for workplace-verified evidence, audit logs, and project tracking.
Guidance for completing final management project and portfolio development.
Pastoral support and signposting to local resources where needed.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this programme, students will be able to:
Lead and manage health and social care teams effectively.
Implement safeguarding and quality assurance policies.
Oversee financial, human, and operational resources efficiently.
Conduct applied research and evaluate service outcomes.
Develop a professional portfolio demonstrating management competency.
Progress to higher education or leadership roles in care services.
Assessment & Certification
Assessment includes tutor-marked assignments, workplace-verified evidence, case study analyses, and a final management project.
Award: Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care Management issued by Fast Track Diploma.
Certification: digital certificate and transcript; printed certificate available on request.
Core Modules
Advanced Leadership & Management in Care Settings — team leadership, performance management, and staff development.
Safeguarding & Risk Management — safeguarding strategies, multi-agency collaboration, and incident management.
Quality Assurance & Service Improvement — audit cycles, implementing change, and evaluating outcomes.
Policy, Ethics & Professional Practice — Nigerian care regulations, ethical decision-making, and data protection.
Financial Management & Resource Allocation — budgeting, cost control, and efficient resource management.
Health Protection & Community Public Health — infection control leadership, outbreak preparedness, and community engagement.
Human Resource & Staff Development — recruitment, training, supervision, and retention strategies.
Research & Evidence-Based Management — applied research, evaluating evidence, and implementing best practices.
Final Management Project — applied project improving a service area, with workplace-verified evidence and reflective analysis.
Career Outcomes & Progression
Graduates may pursue roles such as: Care Home Manager / Service Manager Safeguarding Lead / Quality Assurance Officer Team Leader / Supervisor in Community or NGO Settings Health Programme Coordinator / Senior Support Manager Progression to HND/degree-level courses, Level 6/7 leadership programmes, or professional qualifications in management is possible.
Fees & Payment (Nigeria)
Competitive tuition with instalment plans, employer sponsorship options, and occasional scholarships. Contact Student Services for current NGN pricing and local payment options.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do I need face-to-face practice? Workplace-verified evidence is required, but guidance is provided to arrange supervision locally. Is this recognised in Nigeria? Yes, it is an internationally recognised vocational Level 5 qualification, suitable for employment and further study. Can I study while working? Yes — flexible pathways accommodate working professionals. Support for final project? Tutors provide milestones, feedback, and optional mentor clinics for project planning and delivery.
FAST TRACK DIPLOMA SUPPORTS ALL STUDENTS IN NIGERIA AND ITS TOWNS AND CITIES
| Lagos | Oyo | Ilesa | Ila |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kano | Sokoto | Gombe | Shaki |
| Ibadan | Owerri | Obafemi Owode | Ijero |
| Benin City | Yola | Owo | Ikot Ekpene |
| Port Harcourt | Calabar | Suleja | Jalingo |
| Aba | Umuahia | Lavun | Otukpo |
| Jos | Ondo | Potiskum | Okigwe |
| Ilorin | Minna | Kukawa | Kisi |
| Abuja | Lafia | Gusau | Buguma |
| Kaduna | Okene | Iwo | Funtua |
| Enugu | Katsina | Bida | Abakaliki |
| Zaria | Ikeja | Ugep | Asaba |
| Ogbomosho | Nsukka | Ijebu Ode | Gbongan |
| Warri | Ado Ekiti | Epe | Igboho |
| Ikorodu | Awka | Ise Ekiti | Gashua |
| Maiduguri | Iseyin | Gboko | Bama |
| Ife | Mubi | Ilawe Ekiti | Uromi |
| Bauchi | Onitsha | Ikare | |
| Akure | Sagamu | Osogbo | |
| Abeokuta | Makurdi | Okpoko | |
| Uyo | Mokwa | Garki | |
| Badagry | Sapele |
