Whilst the core skills and concepts of management are still very much applicable to a manager in the healthcare industry, there are also some specific areas where managers transferring from other industries may struggle. This qualification considers and addresses these areas, strengthening the learners’ skill set for a manager position.
The ATHE level 6 qualifications in Healthcare management include one 120 credit Diploma and two Certificates, however, ATHE also provides Awards in subjects such as Finance in the Public Sector, along with others which are listed amongst the management qualifications and are also relevant to working in the healthcare industry.
Mandatory units
- International Healthcare Policy
- Managing Quality and Service Delivery
- Leadership and Management
- Research Project
- Personal Leadership and Management Development
- Managing Finance in the Public Sector
Optional units
- Manage Sustainability in an Organisation
- Human Resource Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
Entry Requirements
Candidates must hold/meet one or more of the criteria on the list below:
- A certificate/ diploma in management studies or business management
- An equivalent professional qualification from a recognised institution.
- Mature students with a minimum of two years relevant work experience may be considered.
- This course is designed for learners aged 19 and above.
- The provider will determine English Language ability if English is not your native language.
- IELTS 4.5 or equivalent qualification is preferred but not essential.
Course Material – all course material, including presentations, handouts, assignment briefs and e-books are made available to enrolled learners. In addition to this, the learners also get the course handbook and tutorial via emails to support the learning.
Books– We can provide printed books for a few units and these can be ordered by the learners at the start of the course at an additional cost. The books are from BPP Media or other publications and are discounted for enrolled learners. They are available for some units only.
Online learning – The learner sets the pace for learning and the courses are offered across an academic year basis. Although our tutors encourage the learners to make progress monthly, but this approach is flexible.
Certification– The Diploma is issued by the ATHE – Awarding Organisation. UK Versity Online Limited (Number 889) is an accredited and approved delivery Centre for ATHE qualifications.
Key Facts
Awarding Body: Awards for Training and Higher Education (ATHE)
Course Duration: 6-12 months
Method of study: Full Time / Part Time / Distance Learning
Qualification Level: 6
We do everything we can to ensure that information on our website is correct, however, details may change and we cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions. For more detailed information about the course visit ATHE official website on https://athe.co.uk/level-3-health-and-social-care/