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The Senior Leader Apprenticeship (Health and Care) plus Executive MBA has been designed for ambitious health and care leaders who want to accelerate to the next stage of their career and lead departments, services, systems of care or transformation projects. The apprenticeship builds on our belief in harnessing pioneering technology to support learning and equip leaders with lifelong leadership skills to thrive in their careers and ultimately better serve their communities.
The programme provides current and future leaders with the knowledge, high-level leadership and management skills and desired behaviours to become more effective, while delivering professional pan-industry leadership qualifications and a professional pathway to Chartered Manager status. Successful completers will achieve their Senior Leader Apprenticeship certificate, a professional diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and an Arden University Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) qualification. Following successful completion of the programme, you are also awarded Chartered Manager status with the CMI.
Taught by subject matter experts from our School of Health and Care Management, you will benefit from sector discussion, case studies and relevant context, whilst being exposed to the broad business curriculum of the Executive MBA. Apprentices will join a dedicated cohort of health and care professionals to facilitate and enable collaborative learning, innovation and development across the sector.
Designed for anyone who wants to move to the next stage of their career with support from their employer, this course will provide you with the fundamentals of leadership and business management, giving you the scope to take on any challenge in your professional life. Whether you’re a new or existing employee, studying Arden University’s flexible Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship course will boost your career potential and give you an in-depth understanding of strategic thinking in all areas of business.
Arden was recommended by our HR team as a suitable fit for me and the company. After investigating what Arden had to offer, I realised it would be perfect for my circumstances... I’m excited to implement more of the skills that I have learnt from my apprenticeship into my daily work.
Your Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship will typically take you between 2 and 2 and a half years to complete. However, the duration of your course will depend on your previous experience.
Apprentices will use their own workplace to ensure that real life work scenarios are being assessed whilst working towards Level 7 and EMBA qualifications. The way we assess our apprentices provides you with the opportunity to demonstrate your strengths in a variety of ways while still fulfilling your job. That’s why we choose a range of different methods to keep track of your progress. These include:
It’s been absolutely brilliant. The development days allow us to bounce ideas off each other and gain experience from people with different backgrounds. It really brings our online learning to life. I really look forward to attending these.
You will access your modules through our virtual classroom, iLearn and complete all the module lessons. Throughout each study block you will attend your scheduled teaching and learning sessions during working hours, attend your 1-2-1 coaching sessions and undertake your workplace assignment and coach led activities. Your coach will guide you to ensure you are effectively applying and evidencing your new knowledge, whilst developing and demonstrating the skills and behaviours considered essential for success in your role.
The Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship is delivered in 12-week blocks continuously throughout the year.
Each quarter, our blended delivery model consists of:
At Arden University we consider applications on a case by case basis. If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn't a clear pathway to this degree - we are more than happy to discuss your application.
Learners enrolling on this apprenticeship must meet the following criteria:
In addition, apprentices enrolling on the Senior Leader Apprenticeship and undertaking the Executive MBA must meet the following criteria:
It is a condition of apprenticeship funding, at any level, that all applicants are able to evidence GCSE English and Maths passes at grade A*- C/9-4 or commit to completing Functional Skills Level 2, in addition to the programme. If required, this is provided at no additional cost
Whilst you can read your study materials on your smart phone or tablet, to make the most of your learning experience, you will need access to a laptop or computer (we recommend one running the latest version of Windows), and a good stable internet connection.
Here at Arden University we strive to provide a fresh and unique approach to your business and management education. With ideas and experiences taken from employers and thought leaders across the world, we give you the opportunity to put proven business skills and techniques into practice during your studies. I look forward to welcoming you to the Arden University family.
It’s never too late to get another qualification under your belt. This Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship has been designed for people who want to accelerate their career and take the next step up from their current leadership role. Or, if you’re looking to formalise your experience as a senior leader with a qualification - this apprenticeship will suit you perfectly.
You’ll gain a wide range of leadership and management skills by completing this course. Best of all, because the focus is on adopting broader perspectives and taking a wider view of business issues, you’ll find these skills are transferable to a range of different roles. Whilst studying, you will:
Apprentices who complete the Executive MBA within the Level 7 Senior Leader apprenticeship, will also be awarded with:
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) promotes excellence in UK management and leadership. The institute aims to boost career development across the management sector and connect you with likeminded professionals across diverse sectors.
As the CMI possesses a Royal Charter, they are the only organisation in the UK that can award Chartered Manager status to their members – the gold standard in management. They are also active in business policy making across the globe, and ensure that their more than 140,000 members are represented in policy decision making.
As an Arden student, you’ll have free CMI Membership throughout your studies, giving you access to a range of additional resources including a mentoring service and invitations to networking events both online and offline.
The course includes the Mary Seacole programme from the NHS Leadership Academy. This is one of a few Chartered Manager offerings that provides such extensive industry links and focus on relevant management needs.
This course is endorsed by the Institute of Health & Social Care Management (IHSCM), whose aim is to create a supportive professional body that is relevant in its activities and modern in its approach and who holds sector leaders in the NHS, social care, third sector and private healthcare amongst its members. The IHSCM works with Arden University to contribute to curriculum development and delivery. As an Arden student, you’ll become a student member of the Institute, giving you access to a diverse range of events, conferences, workshops and networks as well as opportunities for mentoring and coaching. You are also encouraged to apply for full membership of the Institute once you graduate from the course.
Arden University is recognised as an endorsed provider of health and social care degree courses by Skills for Care (SfC), a trusted independent charity which works as a delivery partner for the Department of Health and Social Care in the UK. Our endorsement by Skills for Care is a recognition of the quality and delivery of the learning you will receive during your studies at Arden University.
We’re proud to announce that you will now receive complimentary SfC Membership, which is usually £35 per month, for the duration of your studies. Exclusive to Arden, this aims to support you on your overall management career journey and particularly in achieving a management role in health and social care.
Skills for Health is the UK's leading authority on skills and workforce development for the health sector. NHS and healthcare employers across the UK collaborate with Skills for Help to develop skills, roles, competencies, and strategies that provide better patient outcomes. They champion the entire workforce.
The Quality Mark is the UK’s benchmark for exceptional healthcare training and development. Being endorsed by the Quality Mark ensures that an organisation's training is world class, and has passed a rigorous review process of its delivery, strategy, and quality assurance practices.
The BGA is a membership and quality assurance body. As a member, Arden University have signed up to the BGA Charter, committing their institution to responsible management practices and lifelong learning, positively impacting their students, communities, and the economy. This shows our students that we are demonstrating responsible management ourselves, as well as it being a central theme that runs through our own courses.
As Arden University is a member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA), students will receive complementary BGA student and graduate membership. Through this membership, current students will have access to the BGA Career Development Centre, packed with interactive tools, e-learning content, partner discounts and the latest job opportunities. This is a lifetime access, which means students will continue to have access to these services even after they graduate.
