Level Five Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare (standalone qualification)
Level Five Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
The Level Five Diploma covers issues such as:
- understanding young persons’ development
- support for children and young persons who are vulnerable or disadvantaged
- leading practice to support safeguarding and the protection of children
- managing risk
- your own professional development
- leading and managing group living
- leading a service to support children and young people who have experienced harm or abuse
- e-safety
- wellbeing and resilience
There are both mandatory and optional units.
Entry Requirements
You should:
- Have completed the Level 3/4 Diplomas
- Be in a management position
- Have an excellent standard of English – both written and verbal
- Be keen to pursue your career in this sector
What will you learn?
The criteria that you will be covering include themes such as:
- understanding young persons’ development
- support for children and young persons who are vulnerable or disadvantaged
- leading practice to support safeguarding and the protection of children
- managing risk
- your own professional development
- leading and managing group living
- leading a service to support children and young people who have experienced harm or abuse
- e-safety
- wellbeing and resilience
There are both mandatory and optional units.
How will you learn?
On-site
What will you need to bring with you?
The cost of the course is £3000.
You will need a laptop.
How will you be assessed?
- observation
- questioning
- products of work
- assignments
- PDP
- professional discussions
Where next?
You could advance to degree-level studies.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: November 28, 2025 4:04 pm
