Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children and Young People's Services
The senior leadership qualification for experienced early years professionals. Designed for supervisors and managers ready to step into or strengthen their leadership role, this diploma is recognised by Ofsted and local authorities across the UK.
What you'll study
- Leadership and management in children's services
- Safeguarding and child protection at a senior level
- Quality improvement and self-evaluation
- Multi-agency working and partnerships
- Supporting professional development in teams
- Policy, legislation and statutory frameworks
Assessment & Requirements
How you'll be assessed
Portfolio of evidence and work-based learning in the early years setting
Teaching methods
Online personal tutoring & face-to-face observation
Entry requirements
Level 3 EYE qualification
Who this is for
Early years supervisors and managers
Career Outcomes
With this qualification you'll be eligible for roles including:
Nursery Manager
£28,000–£38,000
per year
Deputy Manager
£25,000–£32,000
per year
Children's Services Manager
£32,000–£42,000
per year
Career Ladder
See where this qualification fits in your career journey.
Level 2 · NCFE CACHE
Diploma for the Early Years Practitioneras Nursery Assistant, Early Years Practitioner, Childminder's Assistant
Level 3 · NCFE CACHE
Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator)as Early Years Educator, Room Leader, Key Person
Level 5 · ICQ
Diploma in Leadership for Children and Young People's Services
as Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, Children's Services Manager
Fees & payment
- Course fee is £99 per month for 18 months, or £1,782 upfront in full.
- An awarding body registration fee of approximately £80 is payable directly to ICQ — we'll confirm the exact amount at enrolment.
- No hidden fees — pay monthly to spread the cost, or save by paying the full course fee upfront.
- Not sure? You have a 14-day money-back guarantee from the date of enrolment — full refund, no questions asked. See our refund policy →
- All support sessions with your assessor are included — no extra charge, ever.
- Extensions beyond your standard course duration are available at an additional cost. Learn more in our Terms & Conditions →
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