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Rachel Donnelly, Course Information Editor. The phrasing "Management - Level 4 + Level 5" is not a standalone qualification but describes the cumulative academic credit achieved by completing the Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management Online (RQF, 120 Credits). This diploma sits at RQF Level 5, equivalent to the second year of a UK bachelor’s degree. Upon successful completion, you hold 120 credits at Level 5. These credits are widely accepted by UK universities for progression to the final year of a BA or BSc in Health and Social Care, often termed a "top-up" degree. This route leads to Level 6 status. Career opportunities expand significantly post-qualification. Graduates typically move into roles such as Deputy Manager, Service Manager, or Quality Assurance Manager within CQC-regulated settings. The qualification demonstrates competence in managing staff, budgets, and compliance. It is recognised by employers and the Care Quality Commission as evidence of managerial capability. You do not need a Level 4 separately; the Level 5 diploma stands alone as a complete, regulated qualification.