NCFE CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services

This is a specialized qualification for individuals who wish to advance their careers in managing and leading services for children and young people. The course covers key areas such as safeguarding, child development, team management, and service improvement, equipping you with the skills needed for leadership roles in children’s services.

This course is ideal for individuals who are at least 19 years old and hold a Level 3 qualification or higher in a related field. You must also be currently working in a leadership or management role in a children’s services setting, or have access to a setting where you can apply the skills learned in the course.  

Learners will need to be working in a relevant role in care or children and young people’s settings to apply for this diploma.

This program is also suitable for managers who are looking to enhance their skills in leading practice in promoting high-quality early years education.

Working in the role of a supervisor, coordinator, or manager in an early childhood setting will provide practical experience to complement this qualification.

Upon successful completion, you can pursue roles such as Manager, Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Care Broker, and other leadership positions in children’s services, including day care, residential care, and education settings. This qualification also offers progression pathways to higher education, such as a degree in a related field.

The course covers key areas such as safeguarding, leadership and team management, child development, policy development, promoting best practice, health and safety management, research projects, and more. These modules will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to manage and lead in children’s services.

Yes, the course is accredited by NCFE, a nationally recognized awarding body, and is regulated by Ofqual. It is widely respected within the industry, ensuring that your qualification is recognized by employers in children’s services. 

The Diploma in Leadership for Children and Young People’s Services is designed for those in social care or children’s services, equipping them with the knowledge needed to manage practice and lead teams effectively.

This qualification follows a structured management pathway, ensuring that learners develop the expertise required to lead and manage in early years settings.

Learners will gain the necessary procedures and practices in health and practices in health and social care, preparing them for senior-level roles.

Assessments are conducted through a variety of methods, including written assignments, portfolio submissions, and a final research project. You will also be required to complete practical tasks within your workplace, demonstrating the skills and knowledge you’ve acquired. 

This CACHE Level 5 course is recognized across the education and care sector and CACHE qualifications are widely accepted in the UAE and internationally. It also allows learners to undertake a research project in a related area to develop their expertise.

Yes, this qualification can lead to further study, such as a university in the UK or other international programs.  This qualification allows learners to study for the Level 5 diploma and develop the necessary expertise to lead practice in promoting quality education and care.

Able to study while working, learners will gain hands-on experience and real-world application of care provision or in children’s services.”

Our CACHE works accreditation ensures that this program meets international standards, and courses lead to a nationally recognized certification.”

The qualification supports career growth within an early years setting, allowing professionals to advance in their roles.

Yes, this diploma includes modules on supporting children and supporting the safeguarding of children, ensuring you are fully prepared to manage and protect young learners.