are Level 5 … care staff, including deputy managers, registered managers and agency staff?

No. The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management Online (RQF, 120 Credits) is not for frontline care staff. It is a management qualification designed for deputy managers, team leaders, and senior support workers who hold supervisory responsibilities. Registered managers typically require this qualification to meet CQC leadership standards, but agency staff without management duties should pursue Level 3. This OTHM award focuses on strategic oversight, regulatory compliance, and workforce leadership, not direct patient care. It serves those ready to transition into or consolidate senior operational roles within UK health and social care settings, ensuring they meet the specific regulatory expectations for management-level competence.