CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Care, Learning and Development (Management)

This qualification is suitable for Deputy Managers working in children’s care, learning and development in Northern Ireland who are looking to progress their career. It is also appropriate for Managers who have not yet achieved a vocational qualification at this level.

General Entry Requirements:

• Level  3 [FC1] [FC2] Children's Care Learning & Development OR Health qualification
• Working at a Deputy or Managerial level in a Regulated Early Years setting or have access to managerial duties at least 1 day per week in a Regulated Early Years setting
• GCSE English Grade C or above/Essential Skills Literacy Level 2 is preferred as desired criteria however, each candidate will be assessed on their own merit

Accreditation of Prior Learning

Alternatively, you can provide evidence of your ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process, either through Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL). Further details on APL can be found in the HE Admissions Process section of our website and the HE Accreditation of Prior Learning SOP.

International Students English Language Requirements

International applicants, from Non-Native English speaking countries, must have evidence of English Language Level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages:

• IELTS 6.0 (Academic) (minimum of 5.5 in all skills)
• PTE Academic 51 (minimum of 46 in each part)
• Or equivalent UKVI-approved English Language Test

For further information please contact our International Department at international@serc.ac.uk.

Applicants must satisfy the University's general entry requirements and specific requirements. 

Candidates are assessed using a range of different methods primarily this will be assessment of occupational competence in the workplace through observations and candidates will submit a portfolio of evidence. Assessment will also include coursework, Project Based Learning, presentations, practical, posters, leaflets, role-play, and case studies.  This is dependent on the requirements of each unit of study.  Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.

Candidates who successfully complete the programme will have a Managerial qualification for the regulated Early years sector and recognised by the Sector skills Council.

Learners who achieve the Diploma could apply to progress to a Foundation Degree in a related discipline.

Candidates who successfully complete the programme will have a Managerial qualification for the regulated Early years sector and recognised by the Sector skills Council. 

Learners who achieve the Diploma could apply to progress to a Foundation Degree in a related discipline. 

Access NI clearance will need to be processed for each student at a cost of £32.

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