is a document awarded by an educational institution testifying the recipient has graduated by successfully completing their courses of studies?

No. The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management Online (RQF, 120 Credits) is a vocational qualification, not an academic degree. It is awarded by OTHM upon successful completion of twelve units, totaling 120 credits, assessed via written assignments rather than exams. It certifies competence in management principles within health and social care settings, regulated by Ofqual. It does not constitute graduation from a university course of study. While it holds equivalent status to the second year of a bachelor’s degree on the Regulated Qualifications Framework, it is a standalone professional credential designed for career progression into senior support roles, distinct from academic degrees awarded by higher education institutions.