are Management level 5 qualification?

Yes, the Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management Online (RQF, 120 Credits) is a management-level qualification. It sits at Level 5 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework, equivalent to the second year of a bachelor’s degree or a Foundation Degree. This level specifically targets supervisory and middle-management roles, such as Deputy Manager or Team Leader, rather than entry-level care work. The curriculum focuses on strategic oversight, legal compliance, and operational management within health and social care settings. As an OTHM accredited and Ofqual regulated award, it provides the formal academic recognition required for progression into senior leadership positions or further study at Level 6.