Qualification Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Assignment Brief
Qualification Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Qualification No (RQF) 610/1483/7
Unit Name Health and Social Care Leadership
Unit Reference HSC 701
No of Credits 120 Credits
Introduction
The objective of the Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management qualification is to develop learners understanding of policy, management theory and practice in health and social care. Successful completion of the Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their study towards a relevant Masters programme with advanced standing.
The aim of this unit is to enable the learner to understand the processes involved in the recruitment, management and development of people in the health and social care workplace. Learners will also understand the importance of identifying and managing cultural diversity in the workforce.
Plagiarism and Collusion
In submitting the assignment Learners must complete a statement of authenticity confirming that the work submitted for all tasks is their own. The statement should also include the word count.
We will direct you to the appropriate software that checks the level of similarity.
Plagiarism and collusion are treated very seriously. Plagiarism involves presenting work, excerpts, ideas or passages of another author without appropriate referencing and attribution.
Collusion occurs when two or more learners submit work which is so alike in ideas, content, wording and/or structure that the similarity goes beyond what might have been mere coincidence.
Please familiarize yourself on Awarding bodies Malpractice and Maladministration policy, where you can find further information.
Referencing
A professional approach to work is expected from all learners. Learners must therefore identify and acknowledge ALL sources/methodologies/applications used.
The learner must use an appropriate referencing system to achieve this. Marks are not awarded for the use of English; however, the learner must express ideas clearly and ensure that appropriate terminology is used to convey accuracy in meaning.
It is recommended to use Harvard Style of Referencing throughout your work.
Appendices
You may include appendices to support your work, however appendices must only contain additional supporting information, and must be clearly referenced in your assignment.
You may also include tables, graphs, diagrams, Gantt chart and flowcharts that support the main report should be incorporated into the back of the assignment report that is submitted.
Any published secondary information such as annual reports and company literature, should be referenced in the main text of the assignment, in accordance with Harvard Style Referencing, and referenced at the end of the assignment.
Confidentiality
Where a Learner is using organizational information that deals with sensitive material or issues, they must seek the advice and permission from that organization about its inclusion. Where confidentiality is an issue, Learners are advised to anonymise their assignment report so that it cannot be attributed to that particular organization.
Word Count Policy
Learners must comply with the required word count, within a margin of +10%. These rules exclude the index, headings, tables, images, footnotes, appendices and information contained within references and bibliographies.
When an assessment task requires learners to produce presentation slides with supporting notes, the word count applies to the supporting notes only.
Assessment
There are two forms of assessment that will be used during the module. Formative feedback is provided for learning, which means it is a guide to show whether the learner is going through the right track. This type of feedback does not say whether the learner has passed or failed; rather, it focuses on any minor area of improvement to enhance their skills and knowledge required to achieve their educational goals. The role of formative feedback is to detect if the work is 'assessment-ready.' This feedback is not recorded against your student record, but is to be used by you to improve your work further. The second form of feedback is summative assessment which is 'feedback on learning.' It usually comments on what was done well or poorly in work already done and is often module-specific. Summative feedback falls typically at the end of a unit and is generally focused on the outcome of the program/course. It assesses how much a student has understood the topic and often comes with a grade.
Submission of Assignments
All work to be submitted on the due date as per Centres advice.
All work must be submitted in a single electronic document (. docfile).
This should go to the tutor through us and the feedback would be shared accordingly. For summative feedback, Learners are requested to submit to their LMS portal after receiving a confirmation from the support team.
Marking and grades
The Awarding Body uses a standard marking rubric for all assignments, and you can find the details at the end of this document.
Unless stated elsewhere, Learners must answer all questions in this document.
Assignment Questions
Task 1800 words
For this task, as a professional in Health and Social Care Organisation you are required to understand theories of leadership utilised in health and social care settings.
Critically discuss a range of theories of leadership, including leadership styles and models and their application.
Analyse how leadership theories can develop and maintain trust and accountability.
Assess the challenges of leadership in the health and social care sector.
Analyse how different leadership styles may influence outcomes.
Assessment Criteria
1.1 Analyse key leadership theories.
1.2 Analyse how leadership theories can develop and maintain trust and accountability.
1.3 Evaluate the challenges of leadership in the health and social care sector.
1.4 Analyse how different leadership styles may influence outcomes.
Task 2800 words
For this task, as a Professional in a Health and Social Care Organisation, you are required to understand influences on motivation and performance in the health and social care sector.
Assess the relevance of motivational theories to organisational performance in health and social care.
Explore factors influencing motivation and performance in the health and social care sector.
Analyse the impact of performance management on the success of health and social care organisations. The learner can choose any health care organisation to illustrate.
Analyse how own practice supports a positive culture in the organisation. The learner can choose a case study and illustrate.
Assessment Criteria
2.1 Assess the relevance of motivational theories to organisational performance in health and social care.
2.2 Explore factors influencing motivation and performance in the health and social care sector.
2.3 Analyse the impact of performance management on the success of health and social care organisations.
2.4 Analyse how own practice supports a positive culture in the organisation.
Task 3- 800 words
For this task you are required to choose a health and social care organization of your choice and understand the features of effective team performance within the health and social care sector.
Your report should
Explain the features of effective teams.
Analyse the different models of team leadership and their application to the health and social care sector or the chosen organisation.
Illustrate how challenges to effective team performance can be overcome.
Illustrate how different management styles influence outcomes of team performance.
Assessment Criteria
3.1 Explain the features of effective teams.
3.2 Analyse the different models of team leadership and their application to the health and social care sector
3.3 Explain how challenges to effective team performance can be overcome.
3.4 Analyse how different management styles may influence outcomes of team performance.
Marking Criteria - All grades are subject to amendment following internal/external moderation
Distinguished Excellent Good Proficient Basic Marginal Unacceptable
Criteria 80+ 70 60 50 40 30 0
Content (alignment with
assessment criteria) Extensive evaluation and synthesis of ideas; includes substantial original thinking Comprehensive critical evaluation and synthesis of ideas; includes coherent original thinking Adequate evaluation and synthesis of key ideas beyond basic descriptions; includes original thinking Describes main ideas with evidence of evaluation; includes some original thinking Describes some of the main ideas but omits some concepts; limited evidence of evaluation; confused original thinking Largely incomplete description of main issues; misses key concepts; no original thinking Inadequate information or containing information not relevant to the topic
Application of Theory and Literature In-depth, detailed and relevant application of theory; expertly integrates literature to support ideas and concept Clear and relevant application of theory; fully integrates literature to support ideas and concepts Appropriate application of theory; integrates literature to support ideas and concepts Adequate application of theory; uses literature to support ideas and concepts Limited application of theory; refers to literature but may not use it consistently Confused application of theory; does not use literature for support Little or no evidence of application of theory and relevant literature
Knowledge & Understanding Extensive depth of understanding and exploration beyond key principles and concepts Comprehensive knowledge and depth of understanding key principles and concepts Sound understanding of principles and concepts Basic Knowledge and understanding of key concepts and principles Limited and superficial knowledge and understanding of key concepts and principles Confused or inadequate knowledge and understanding of key concepts and principles Little or no evidence of knowledge or understanding of key concepts and principles
Presentation and Writing Skills Logical, coherent and polished presentation exceeding expectations at this level; free from errors in mechanics and syntax Logical, coherent presentation demonstrating mastery; free from errors in mechanics and syntax Logical structure to presentation; makes few errors in mechanics and syntax which do not prohibit meaning Orderly presentation; minor errors in mechanics and syntax Somewhat weak presentation; errors in mechanics and syntax may interfere with meaning Confused presentation; errors in mechanics and syntax often interfere with meaning Illogical presentation lacking cohesion; contains significant errors that interfere with meaning
Referencing Advanced use of in-text citation and references Mastery of in-text citation and referencing Appropriate use of in-text citation and referencing Adequate use of in-text citation and referencing Limited use of in-text citation and referencing Inadequate use of citation and referencing Little or no evidence of appropriate referencing or use of sources
Format of the report
1. This assignment is to be submitted as one document, as a Word file any other format uploaded is classed as a non-submission
2. Learner work should contain the following key components:
A front cover page - that contains as a minimum the following information:
The Learners full name
Learners registration number
Module name
Total word count (recommended)
Table of Contents page
References page
3. A footer note on each page that contains the following information:
Page number - Page x of y (ex: see the footer in this assignment brief)
Submission Date - dd/mm/yyyy
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4. Final suggestions
The assignment should be word processed and double line spaced. Do not (ever) use bullet points (except on PowerPoint slides!)
Use Arial Font and Font size 11 for your assignments.
All work (Part 1, Part 2 and References pages) should be referenced in Harvard style format.
