is 120 credits regulated qualification?

Yes, the Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management Online (RQF, 120 Credits) is a fully regulated qualification. It is registered on the Ofqual register under qualification number 610/1537/4, ensuring it meets the UK’s national standards for size, level, and content. The 120 credits represent the total learning hours required to complete the award, which is equivalent to half a bachelor’s degree. This regulation guarantees that the qualification is recognised by employers and educational institutions across the UK and internationally. As an OTHM accredited award, it provides a transparent and standardised route for health and social care professionals to demonstrate their management competence. The regulated status means the unit specifications, assessment criteria, and credit values are fixed and monitored by the national awarding body regulator, providing certainty about the qualification’s value and progression rights.