What is level 5 Diploma equal to?

The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management Online (RQF, 120 Credits) is regulated by Ofqual and sits at Level 5 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework. This places it at the same academic level as the second year of a bachelor’s degree or a Foundation Degree. It is not equivalent to a full bachelor’s degree, which is Level 6, but it provides the necessary academic credit to progress to a Level 6 top-up degree. The qualification is accredited by OTHM, an awarding body recognised on the Ofqual register, ensuring its status is comparable to other UK higher education qualifications at this level. It is widely accepted by employers and universities as a benchmark for senior management capability in health and social care settings.