OTHM Qualifications
UK-accredited diploma programmes from Level 3 foundation to Level 7 postgraduate - all delivered 100% online.
Understanding OTHM Levels
Business Management
Our most popular pathway. Develop the knowledge and skills for a career in management, leadership, or entrepreneurship.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Business
60 credits | 6-9 months. A broad introduction to business: management, marketing, finance, and enterprise. Ideal for school leavers and career changers.
Level 4 Diploma in Business Management
120 credits | 9-12 months. Equivalent to Year 1 of a UK bachelor's. Covers business operations, marketing, financial management, HR, and managing change.
Level 5 Diploma in Business Management
120 credits | 9-12 months. Equivalent to Year 2. Strategic management, leadership, project management, international business, entrepreneurship. Top up to a full degree.
Level 6 Diploma in Business Management
120 credits | 9-12 months. Equivalent to final year. Strategic marketing, corporate finance, international business, organisational behaviour, research project.
Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
120 credits | 12-18 months. Equivalent to Master's/MBA taught stage. For experienced professionals ready to lead at a strategic level.
Health and Social Care Management
Gain the knowledge and skills for management roles in health, social care, and community settings.
Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
120 credits | 9-12 months. Equivalent to Year 1. Covers health and social care context, communication, safeguarding, managing quality, and leadership.
Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
120 credits | 9-12 months. Equivalent to Year 2. Advanced study of finance, partnership working, research methods, and managing change in health and care settings.
Information Technology & Computing
Develop the technical and analytical skills for a career in IT, software development, or cybersecurity.
Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology
120 credits | 9-12 months. Programming fundamentals, computer systems and networks, web development, database systems, information systems analysis.
Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology
120 credits | 9-12 months. Software engineering, cybersecurity, cloud computing, project management, and data analytics.
Education and Training
Start or advance your career in teaching and training with Ofqual-regulated qualifications.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training
12 credits | 3-6 months. An introductory teaching qualification. No prior experience required.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
36 credits | 6-9 months. Builds practical teaching skills and theoretical understanding.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
120 credits | 12 months. Full teaching qualification for the FE sector. Equivalent to Year 2 of a bachelor's.
Not Sure Which Course?
Our advisers can help you choose the right programme based on your background, goals, and schedule.
Speak to an Adviser