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C&G Level 7 Diploma for Senior Leaders

Advance to the highest level of leadership in social care. The C&G Level 7 Diploma for Senior Leaders builds strategic skills to lead services, inspire teams and deliver lasting impact.

£1,975.00 (pp. exc. VAT)

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Level: Level 7
Duration: 12 Months
Cost: £1,975.00 (pp. exc. VAT) per person
Delivery Method: Online Learning
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Course Overview

C&G Level 7 Diploma for Senior Leaders overview

The C&G Level 7 Diploma for Senior Leaders is a nationally recognised qualification designed for senior leaders in the health and social care sector. It develops the advanced strategic skills needed to shape services, lead large teams and drive organisational improvement.

The programme covers key areas such as strategic planning, governance, performance management, financial leadership, stress management, and leadership styles, while embedding core C&G leadership principles. Learners gain the tools to make complex decisions, influence culture and ensure services meet the highest standards of compliance and care.

Delivered fully online over 12 months, the diploma blends structured study with practical workplace application. This ensures learning is embedded into real leadership practice from day one. The qualification is ideal for experienced managers, registered managers and directors who want to progress into senior executive roles and lead adult social care with confidence. If this course doesn’t sound quite right, we have courses available for all stages of leadership, such as our Level 3 Diploma for Team Leaders and our Level 5 Diploma for Operational Managers.

  • Personal and Professional Development
  • Communication Skills
  • Managing Teams
  • Business Planning
  • Operational Planning and Management
  • Financial Practices
  • Project Planning
Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

The C&G Level 7 Diploma for Senior Leaders is open to individuals aged 19 and above who are employed in the health and social care sector. Learners must be working in roles with significant leadership or management responsibility to apply the advanced skills developed in this programme.

This includes professionals working as line managers, senior managers, directors, and C-suite leaders, as well as those aspiring to these positions. The diploma is also suitable for individuals seeking to strengthen their ability to oversee large teams, manage complex services and shape organisational strategy within adult care.

Non-UK nationals with legal employment status are eligible to enrol, provided they meet the role requirements. All applicants must be committed to the full 12-month programme and able to evidence their leadership and management practice in the workplace.


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Certifications & More

Certifications and More

On completion of the programme, learners are awarded the C&G Level 7 Diploma for Senior Leaders, a nationally recognised professional qualification accredited by the C&G.

This diploma confirms that learners have developed the advanced leadership and strategic management skills needed to lead at the highest level in adult social care. It demonstrates competence in areas such as governance, organisational strategy, financial planning, performance management and culture change.

The qualification is highly regarded by employers and provides a benchmark for directors, senior managers and executive leaders in the care sector.

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Further Information

Further Information

Enrolling on the C&G Level 7 Diploma for Senior Leaders is a straightforward process designed to give learners and employers confidence from the very start.

Once you register your interest, a member of our specialist team will be in touch to confirm eligibility, answer any initial questions and ensure the programme is set up to match your organisational context. This call is also an opportunity to discuss how the diploma supports leadership goals, succession planning and long-term development strategies within adult care.

From there, enrolment is simple, and learners can begin their 12-month journey towards achieving a recognised qualification that builds advanced leadership capability. Our team provides clear guidance throughout, making it easy to get started and focus on developing the skills that will make a lasting impact in care leadership.

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