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Our new Level 6 Leadership and Management Apprenticeship (Health and Care), aligns to IFATE’s soon to be published Leadership and Management Professional Degree Apprenticeship Standard.
This programme is built for those working in a health and care setting, aimed at both first-time managers as well as those existing managers who have workplace experience but limited formal training, and helps build all the skills required to be a successful current and future leader.
The programme ensures apprentices are future focused through development of knowledge to underpin responsible and sustainable work practices, driving project delivery, innovation, continuous improvement and change management, as well as developing skills in forward planning, managing resources, making ethical choices, managing important relationships, and building a positive culture.
Leaders and managers in health and care influence people, processes, and products in alignment with agreed outcomes, guiding organisations and leading teams towards achieving their goals and the 6 Leadership and Management Apprenticeship (Health and Care) is particularly relevant for leaders whose roles involve managing delivery challenges and coordinating improvements in care quality.
Learners will also have the choice to study the NHS Leadership Academy Mary Seacole Programme, a practice-focused leadership programme for early career leaders, as part of the apprenticeship.
Upon completion of this programme you will receive:
*This course is subject to validation
You will complete the Mary Seacole programme as part of this apprenticeship.
This course offers IHSCM student membership, giving you access to a diverse range of workshops, conferences and networking.
An innovative approach to health care and management is the only answer to the extensive changes the sector has experienced as a result of the pandemic. To reflect the ever-growing need for managers to focus on mental health and well-being, the programme highlights broader, societally relevant themes, such as emotional resilience and compassionate leadership. This will allow those on the course to develop into a competent manager ready to successfully take on these important matters in the workplace.
So, if you’re looking for a health and social care-oriented degree, on-the-job experience and a development pathway to chartered status, look no further than the Level 6 Leadership and Management Professional Apprenticeship (Health and Care).
I chose to study with Arden University because the staff members were really supportive and nice. The course also fitted around my job. With Arden, I’ve finally learned to cope and understand my learning pattern, and my dyslexia. I’m on a Blended Learning degree, which involves a couple of days a week in the classroom with other students and tutors at Arden’s University centre in Ealing, West London plus fully supported online study.
The length of the programme will depend upon your prior experience and prior qualifications when applying.
Please note: course content and modules may vary subject to validation.
Your study within the Chartered Manager programme will include work-based assessments. Through career relevant written assignments, decision simulations and case studies and a workplace project, you will have the unique opportunity to apply the skills you have learned from the programme directly to your practice, giving you transferable skills for your current and future career.
You will access your modules through our virtual classroom, ilearn and complete all the module lessons online. 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.
"I was already in the working world and running two businesses. Not to mention I also have a young family, so the freedom online learning offered, and the cost effectiveness of the course, was a big draw for me."
The Level 6 Leadership and Management Professional Apprenticeship (Health and Care) is delivered over 36 months plus a further 3 months for the completion of the End Point Assessment. During this time, you will attend university virtually to undertake both self-guided and scheduled learning across 15 modules. You will study and complete each module within a 12-week block.
You will also attend regular virtual 1-2-1 coaching sessions with a dedicated Arden University coach throughout your programme. Your coach will support you to continually apply your learning into the workplace, consolidate a portfolio of evidence to showcase your workplace project required for the end-point assessment.
Each 12-week learning block consists of:
Please note, as an apprentice, your employer must support you to spend at least six hours of your contractual working week studying the apprenticeship programme.
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.
Our aim is to make learning as accessible as possible by ensuring that you can study in a flexible and convenient way. That's why we keep our requirements simple. All you need is a laptop or desktop PC (we recommend one running the latest version of Windows), and a good internet connection. Through ilearn, our online university campus in the cloud, you'll be able to access your course calendar, support services, learning materials, and our online library containing thousands of ebooks, as well as tools for creating assignments, keeping notes, and collaborating with other students on your course.
Learners enrolling on this apprenticeship must meet the following criteria:
You cannot be funded if you already have a qualification at the same level or above, in this subject area
Learners applying for year two entry on this degree apprenticeship must meet the following criteria:
Potential apprentices who do not meet the entry requirements should speak to Arden about other options.
Year 2 entry with existing qualifications:
Year 2 entry with management experience:
Dr. Stephanie West joined Arden University in November 2020 and is the Head of the School of School of Leadership & Service Industry Management. In addition to her wealth of healthcare industry experience, Stephanie has held a number of Senior Academic and Leadership positions in Health, Social Care and Applied Science faculties at a variety of universities across the UK.
Stephanie will provide leadership to the School of School of Leadership & Service Industry Management, ensuring that it delivers high quality academic provision and student satisfaction across all courses.
The The Level 6 Leadership and Management Professional Apprenticeship (Health and Care) provides learners with not only just a degree, but the NHS Leadership Academy Mary Seacole Award and full Chartered Manager accreditation and recognition upon completion of their apprenticeship. This will allow learners to gain key qualifications and professional competence in health and care management and leadership to further enhance their careers. This qualification meets the perquisites for Registered Manager positions in social care.
With the introduction of integrated care systems, the demand for highly trained managers in health and social care will most certainly increase. A diverse range of job opportunities are linked to progression from this unique offering, including roles in leadership and management across the health and care sectors in both public, private, and third-party sectors.
Gaining globally and NHS recognised CMI status through our Level 6 Leadership and Management Professional Apprenticeship (Health and Care) opens new doors for professionals in the field and can act as a fast track for their career development and progression. Your next career move could be a managerial role including senior management and heads of department.
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.
If you would like more information about the Mary Seacole programme, please see:
Mary Seacole programme
Arden University is a member of the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB International is a global association of leaders in education and business dedicated to supporting and advancing quality business education worldwide.
This membership reflects the fact that Arden University has successfully matched the high standards required by the AACSB, and enables the sharing of ideas and the exchange best practises between global business schools. Membership also gives our faculty members access to in-depth data and research to support the development of our courses and teaching methods, ensuring that we are able to provide you with the best possible university experience.
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.
