In this fast changing industry, driven by complex environmental and political forces, this Level 7 qualification empowers the student to lead and manage sustainable strategic and cultural change within a large service organisation. Furthermore, the qualification provides the students with the knowledge to design, manage and deliver processes and services, focusing on outcomes, efficiently, effectively and economically. The Level 7 qualification offers the essential skills and knowledge for middle and senior managers in health and social care who wish to excel in their chosen field.

• Existing UK University Progression Route
• Ofqual regulated qualification (A UK government department with responsibility for regulating qualifications)
• Global and strategic management perspective
• Developed by experienced academics and professionals which reflect the latest occupational standards
• A broad range of learning outcomes from understanding strategic decision-making in public and non-profit organisations to understanding how to reduce resistance to change in health and social care (to see the full list of the learning outcomes click here).
• Complementary support materials for training providers
• Opportunities for centres to develop creative work opportunities and partnerships with local employers

Level 7 Extended Diploma Features

A benefit of working with ABP is the flexibility we offer centres, the following features are common to all Level 7 (Postgraduate) qualifications accessed via ABP:

• Internal assessment with external verification - assessment is encouraged throughout the programme utilising variable and creative assessment tools with minimum reliance on formal examinations
• Choice of delivery - centres are free to use any mode of delivery which meets learners' needs.

The Level 7 (Postgraduate) Extended Diploma in Leadership & Management in the Health & Social Care Sector is Ofqual-regulated through our partnership with ABE. For more information visit the ABP Ofqual Qualifications and Ofqual Register Page.

The extended diploma qualification appears on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications as the ABE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Leadership and Management in the Health and Social Care Sector (QCF). The qualification number is 600/1949/9.

When UK Centres issue CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) letters to international students, they should ensure that the qualification title they put on the CAS letter is exactly the same as the qualification title on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications. Also, the student should refer to this qualification when they apply for the student (Tier 4) visa.

On completion of this programme learners may aspire to take their career to a more senior managerial role.. Alternatively learners may also be eligible for exemption credits towards MBA's or Master Degrees at UK Universities.

Existing UK University Progression Route

Holders of the Level 7 Extended (Postgraduate) Diploma in Leadership and Management in the Health and Social Care Sector with two years' minimum management experience, preferably in the Health and Social Care sector, will be considered for admission with 120 credits on to the MBA in Executive Leadership and Management at the University of Worcester (click here for full details)

Learning outcomes for each unit of the Level 7 (Postgraduate) Extended Diploma in Leadership and Management in the Health and Social Care Sector

Level 7 Extended (Postgraduate) Diploma in Leadership and Management in the Health and Social Care Sector

• Leading and managing for the future
• Leading strategic change in health and social care
• Managing enterprise in health and social care
• Managing finance in health and social care
• Managing service delivery in health and social care
• Personal and team effectiveness in health and social care
• Public sector management
• Strategic management in public and non-profit organisations

Q&A What is the difference between Diploma and Extended Diploma Level 7 Qualifications?

ABP approved centres will receive additional support materials free of charge including;

• Detailed content of each unit
• Reading Lists
• Tutor support materials including sample assignment briefs complete with guidance for model answers (In development).

The colleges are NOT bound to following these materials and are able to either develop or purchase further resources from independent suppliers

Assessment is encouraged throughout the programme utilising variable and creative assessment tools with minimal reliance on formal examinations.

ABP does not specify the entry requirements of our qualifications but has confidence in centres to recruit students that have the potential to achieve the standards required of the qualification. We expect all centres to recruit with integrity and consistency to ensure fairness of access & ability to all students.

Centres should take appropriate steps to assess each applicant’s potential and make a professional judgement about their ability to successfully complete the programme of study and achieve the qualification. This assessment will need to take account of the support available to the learner within the centre during their programme of study.

Students do not need to progress sequentially through the levels. Therefore a candidate who has achieved a level 5 qualification may be able to achieve the academic rigour and complexity, required of Level 7 Postgraduate Diplomas accessed through ABP.

ABP does not specify that candidates must have an English Language qualification equivalent to IELTS 6.0-6.5. However many UK universities will require applications for their Masters and MBAs to have achieved an English language qualification at this level prior to commencing the Masters/MBA. Therefore, we would encourage all candidates wishing to progress to a UK university to be working towards an English language qualification equivalent to IELTS 6.0-6.5.

Information Sheet for the Level 7 (Postgraduate) Extended Diploma in Leadership and Management in the Health and Social Care Sector (Two page summary)

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Ofqual Regulated Level 7 (Postgraduate) Qualifications Flyer