The LICQual Level 1 Certificate in Digital Technology in Nursing is a comprehensive introductory program designed to equip aspiring nurses and healthcare workers with essential digital competencies for the modern clinical environment.
As digital transformation reshapes healthcare delivery across the globe, this course provides learners with the foundational skills to engage confidently with digital tools, systems, and platforms commonly used in nursing practice. The certificate is ideal for individuals seeking to begin or support a healthcare career that requires digital literacy and a basic understanding of healthcare technology.
This course offers an in-depth exploration of critical topics such as digital record-keeping, telehealth basics, mobile health technologies, cybersecurity in healthcare, and digital communication in nursing.
The LICQual Level 1 Certificate in Digital Technology in Nursing ensures that participants understand the key functions and importance of digital tools in enhancing patient care, safety, and clinical workflows. By blending theoretical knowledge with practical learning, the course prepares learners to operate within digitally enabled health systems effectively.
Through hands-on learning modules and case-based scenarios, learners gain confidence in navigating electronic health records (EHRs), managing patient data responsibly, and using technology to support everyday nursing activities. The course also emphasizes the ethical and legal considerations of working in a digitally connected healthcare environment, helping learners to practice safely and professionally. This qualification acts as a stepping stone to higher-level digital health certifications.
The LICQual Level 1 Certificate in Digital Technology in Nursing is particularly beneficial for healthcare assistants, junior nurses, community health workers, and support staff looking to improve their career prospects and deliver patient care with modern tools.
It is aligned with international standards to ensure learners are prepared for the technological expectations of healthcare facilities worldwide. This course supports continuous learning and adaptability in response to emerging digital innovations.
By the end of this program, participants will be able to apply digital technologies in routine nursing tasks, support patients using mobile and remote care tools, and maintain the integrity of healthcare data.
The LICQual Level 1 Certificate in Digital Technology in Nursing provides a solid foundation for lifelong learning in digital health and empowers learners to take part in the digital evolution of nursing with competence and confidence.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 1 Certificate in Digital Technology in Nursing
Total Units
6
Total Credits
12
GLH
36
Qualification #
LICQ2200515
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 1 Certificate in Digital Technology in Nursing applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200515-1 |
Foundations of Health Informatics |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200515-2 |
Communication Tools for Virtual Care |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200515-3 |
Ethics and Legal Aspects of Digital Nursing |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200515-4 |
Use of EHRs in Nursing Care Planning |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200515-5 |
Digital Tools for Medication Management |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200515-6 |
Basic Troubleshooting of Clinical Devices |
2 |
6 |
By the end of this course,applicants will be able to:
1. Foundations of Health Informatics
- Understand the basic concepts and importance of health informatics in nursing.
- Identify common informatics systems used in healthcare environments.
- Describe how digital information supports clinical decision-making and patient care.
2. Communication Tools for Virtual Care
- Use basic digital communication tools to support virtual interactions with patients and healthcare teams.
- Demonstrate professional and effective communication in remote care settings.
- Recognize the role of digital communication in enhancing patient engagement and accessibility.
3. Ethics and Legal Aspects of Digital Nursing
- Understand ethical principles related to the use of digital technologies in nursing.
- Identify legal regulations surrounding patient data, privacy, and digital documentation.
- Apply responsible practices in the use of digital tools within clinical settings.
4. Use of EHRs in Nursing Care Planning
- Navigate and input data into Electronic Health Record systems.
- Understand how to use EHRs for documenting and planning patient care activities.
- Demonstrate accuracy and confidentiality in managing patient records digitally.
5. Digital Tools for Medication Management
- Identify digital applications used for medication tracking and administration.
- Understand how technology improves safety in medication management.
- Use digital tools to support accurate drug dispensing and documentation.
6. Basic Troubleshooting of Clinical Devices
- Recognize common digital devices used in nursing and patient monitoring.
- Perform basic troubleshooting tasks for clinical digital equipment.
- Ensure safe operation and maintenance of digital nursing tools.
This diploma is ideal for:
- Aspiring nurses seeking foundational knowledge in digital healthcare technologies
- Healthcare support workers looking to improve digital competency in clinical environments
- Recent school graduates planning to pursue a career in nursing or health informatics
- Community health workers interested in using technology for patient outreach and care
- Junior caregivers aiming to enhance their skills in digital record-keeping and communication
- Administrative staff in clinics or hospitals managing digital patient data
- Individuals working in telehealth or virtual care support roles
- Nursing assistants involved in medication management and care documentation
- Healthcare volunteers who want to become familiar with basic clinical technologies
- Trainees in health-related vocational programs needing digital health literacy
- Professionals transitioning from non-digital roles into modern healthcare settings
- International learners preparing to work in digitally advanced healthcare systems
- Allied health professionals wanting to understand the basics of electronic health records
- Public health practitioners using mobile apps and communication tools for health promotion
- Individuals supporting patient care in home health or elderly care environments where digital tools are used
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.
