Health and Care Management With Foundation Year (Hons) Arden University Online

Overview

. It runs for 4 years full-time, in a blended format (campus classes plus online study). The first year is a foundation year that builds university-level study skills, with personalised support from academic staff.

The Health and Care Management With Foundation Year (Hons) at Arden University Online is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), so on completion you also receive the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership. It is also endorsed by the Institute of Health & Social Care Management (IHSCM). Your coursework counts directly toward IHSCM Fellowship, with no extra applications or activities. The teaching team includes professionals with experience in the NHS, IHSCM and digital health companies, and students work with guest lecturers and live case studies. There are no traditional exams. Assessment is through essays, presentations, podcasts, analysis reports and portfolios.

Career outcomes

The CMI diploma is accepted by the CQC and Skills for Care for Registered Manager roles in social care. Graduates can work in the NHS, social care, private clinics, charities or local councils. Possible roles include:

• managing a health or social care setting
• public health campaigns and policy
• research
• medical technology
• quality assurance
• community health development