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

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Programme Overview
The NCFE CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care equips individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage and lead in residential childcare settings for children and young people. This qualification provides learners with essential expertise in areas such as leading and managing teams, overseeing group living arrangements, supporting children and young people, and implementing policies and procedures.
Additionally, this program offers learners the flexibility to choose optional topics that are specifically relevant to their roles in residential childcare. This ensures that learners can focus on specialized areas that align with their specific career paths and responsibilities within these settings.
Duration
9-12 Months
Course Level
Level 5
Modules
Blended
Credits
90
Essential Skills to Empower Your Future
Upon successful completion of the program, learners will have the opportunity to pursue various job roles depending on the chosen pathway. The following selection provides a glimpse of the diverse range of opportunities available in both adult and children and young people’s settings:
- Manager
- Deputy manager
- Assistant manager
- Care broker
- Case manager
- Senior support worker
- Day care manager
- Residential care manager

NCFE CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services
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Who Is This Programme for?
Entry Requirements
- Candidates aged 21 and above who are currently employed in the Early Years Workforce.
- Candidates who are already working or aspiring to work as Managers
- Deputy Managers, and Head Teachers in Early Years settings.
- Teachers who are seeking career advancement opportunities, such as becoming Nursery Managers or Branch Managers within their respective Early Years settings.
Minimum Eligibility
- Candidates who can demonstrate proficiency in English language skills, both in written and oral communication.
- Candidates who possess a high school diploma or equivalent qualification.

Awarding Body: NCFE
Essential Insights
Early Years Educator
Working in nurseries, preschools, or early years classes in schools, supporting the learning and development of children aged 0–5.
Nursery Practitioner
Providing care and education for young children in a nursery setting, helping with their daily routines and activities.
Teaching Assistant (Early Years)
Widely acknowledged by numerous universities and higher education institutions globally as an entry requirement for relevant first-year degree programs and Higher National programs
Research Competence
Offers internationally applicable content that closely aligns with the requirements of employers and higher-education institutions.
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