Category
Health & Social Care
Level
Level 6
Qualification Number
600/3420/8
Total Credits
25
Course Overview
The ATHE Level 6 Certificate in Healthcare Management is a 25-credit Ofqual-regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to the third year of a bachelor’s degree. This qualification has been designed for learners who are seeking to progress to higher education to take an MBA programme in an area of healthcare management. This qualification aims to develop learners understanding of management and to develop key management skills.
This is a core qualification available to existing and interested centres of ATHE.
Grading
Graded with Pass.
Advanced learner loans available in the UK – to check if funding is available see the latest Qualification Catalogue here.
For the progression routes visit our progression routes page.
Delivery Mode
This qualification can be delivered either in the classroom, via distance learning or blended.
Typical Age
This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 19 and above.
Qualifications
For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
One or two years’ study of business, management or related qualifications at a Higher Education Institution
A level 5 qualification in business, management or related subjects for example an ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Management
Other equivalent international qualifications
Language
For those whom English is not their first language we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills or an approved equivalent for this qualification:
IELTs 5.5
Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2
Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 42-49
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International Healthcare Policy
Credits: 15
Mandatory: Yes
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Managing Quality and Service Delivery
Credits: 10
Mandatory: Yes
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Leadership and Management
Credits: 15
Mandatory: Yes
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Managing Finance in the Public Sector
Credits: 10
Mandatory: Yes
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Leading Organisational Equality and Diversity
Credits: 10
Mandatory: Yes
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Managing Stakeholder Engagement
Credits: 10
Mandatory: Yes
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