Strong leadership and effective management are essential for delivering high-quality health and social care services. This course explores the principles, strategies, and supervisory practices needed to lead teams, manage services, and support positive outcomes in care environments, with a particular focus on services for older people.

Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Apply leadership and supervision techniques to manage teams and improve care service performance.
Evaluate strategic planning, budgeting, and workforce management approaches in health and social care.
Develop collaborative leadership skills to support effective decision-making and service improvement.
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June 2026
Assessments
12 assignments
Taught in English
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