The LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Healthcare Informatics is a professionally designed qualification tailored for individuals already working in the healthcare sector who wish to develop specialised skills in managing health data, digital systems, and information technologies. This programme is not intended for fresh candidates but is aimed at experienced learners who are eager to enhance their career prospects, expand their professional knowledge, and strengthen their Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Healthcare informatics plays a critical role in improving patient care, optimising decision-making, and supporting the digital transformation of healthcare services. This qualification provides learners with a solid foundation in electronic health records, healthcare data management, information governance, and the application of technology in clinical and administrative settings. It also supports professionals in aligning with international best practices in health IT and patient data security.
Centres delivering this qualification must ensure that training is delivered by competent and qualified staff with relevant expertise, supported by comprehensive learning materials, modern facilities, and digital resources. This ensures that every learner benefits from a high-quality learning experience, gaining both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in healthcare informatics.
Upon completion, learners will be well-prepared to contribute to safer, more efficient, and data-driven healthcare environments, while advancing their professional development and opening new career opportunities within the growing field of healthcare technology and informatics.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Healthcare Informatics
Total Units
6
Total Credits
24
GLH
120
Qualification #
LICQ2200706
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Healthcare Informatics, applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200706-1 |
Introduction to Healthcare Informatics |
4 |
20 |
|
LICQ2200706-2 |
Electronic Health Records and Data Management |
4 |
20 |
|
LICQ2200706-3 |
Health Information Governance and Data Security |
4 |
20 |
|
LICQ2200706-4 |
Digital Tools and Technologies in Healthcare |
4 |
20 |
|
LICQ2200706-5 |
Data Analysis and Reporting in Healthcare |
4 |
20 |
|
LICQ2200706-6 |
Future Trends in Healthcare Informatics |
4 |
20 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Introduction to Healthcare Informatics
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Define the scope and importance of healthcare informatics.
- Explain how informatics supports clinical decision-making and patient care.
- Identify the benefits and challenges of digital transformation in healthcare.
- Apply basic informatics concepts to healthcare settings.
Unit 2: Electronic Health Records and Data Management
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Describe the structure and purpose of electronic health records (EHRs).
- Demonstrate understanding of secure data entry, storage, and retrieval.
- Explain the importance of accuracy and integrity in healthcare records.
- Apply best practices in managing and maintaining health data.
Unit 3: Health Information Governance and Data Security
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Explain key principles of information governance in healthcare.
- Identify regulations and ethical considerations related to patient data.
- Apply strategies for maintaining confidentiality and protecting data.
- Evaluate the risks and consequences of poor data governance.
Unit 4: Digital Tools and Technologies in Healthcare
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Identify commonly used digital tools in modern healthcare.
- Explain the role of telemedicine, mobile health apps, and digital records.
- Demonstrate how digital technologies improve healthcare efficiency and safety.
- Evaluate the benefits and limitations of digital health solutions.
Unit 5: Data Analysis and Reporting in Healthcare
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Explain the role of data analysis in evidence-based healthcare.
- Interpret basic health statistics and datasets.
- Demonstrate the ability to prepare simple healthcare reports.
- Apply data-driven insights to support decision-making.
Unit 6: Future Trends in Healthcare Informatics
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Describe emerging technologies such as AI, big data, and machine learning.
- Explain how digital innovations are transforming healthcare delivery.
- Evaluate opportunities and challenges of future informatics trends.
- Predict the potential impact of new technologies on patient care and healthcare systems.
The LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Healthcare Informatics is designed for professionals who want to strengthen their expertise in health data, digital systems, and technology in healthcare. This qualification is suitable for:
- Healthcare professionals such as nurses, clinicians, and allied health staff seeking to improve their knowledge of digital health and data management.
- Healthcare administrators and coordinators responsible for maintaining records, reporting, and ensuring compliance with data governance standards.
- IT professionals in healthcare settings who wish to specialise in healthcare informatics and support digital health transformation.
- Health information managers and quality officers aiming to enhance their understanding of data accuracy, patient safety, and information systems.
- Public health professionals and analysts looking to apply informatics and data analysis in improving health outcomes and service delivery.
- Learners committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) who wish to expand their career opportunities in healthcare technology and data-driven healthcare.
This course is particularly valuable for professionals who want to advance their careers, support safer patient care, and contribute to the digital evolution of healthcare systems.
Centres wishing to deliver the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Healthcare Informatics must ensure that teaching, learning, and assessment are conducted to the highest international standards. To achieve this, the following requirements must be met:
- Qualified and Experienced Staff: Delivery and assessment must be carried out by staff with recognised qualifications and relevant expertise in healthcare, informatics, and digital health systems.
- Access to Learning Resources: Centres must provide up-to-date study materials, case studies, digital tools, and online platforms to support effective teaching and independent learning.
- Appropriate Training Facilities: Centres should have suitable classrooms, IT infrastructure, and access to e-learning platforms to enable both face-to-face and blended learning delivery.
- Robust Assessment Framework: Fair, transparent, and consistent assessment methods must be in place, ensuring learners meet the required learning outcomes in line with international best practices.
- Commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Trainers and assessors must maintain up-to-date knowledge in healthcare informatics and engage in CPD to ensure the quality and relevance of delivery.
- Quality Assurance and Compliance: Centres must follow LICQual guidelines, maintain accurate learner records, and demonstrate compliance with quality assurance standards.
- Learner Support Services: Effective academic guidance, digital learning support, and administrative assistance must be available to ensure learner success throughout the qualification.
By meeting these requirements, centres can provide a high-quality, industry-relevant learning experience, equipping learners with the skills and knowledge to excel in healthcare informatics and digital health management.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
