The LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Dietetics Leadership and Management (Cert Dietetics Leadership) is a specialised qualification designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge, skills, and competencies required to lead and manage dietetic teams effectively. This course focuses on key principles of leadership, strategic management, team development, operational planning, and professional governance within dietetic and healthcare settings.
Ideal for dietitians, nutritionists, healthcare professionals, and aspiring team leaders, this qualification enhances career prospects by providing learners with the tools to manage staff, optimise resources, and deliver high-quality nutritional services. The programme also supports Continuing Professional Development (CPD), enabling learners to expand their professional expertise, improve service delivery, and strengthen their leadership capabilities.
The course blends theoretical learning with practical application, ensuring learners can develop leadership strategies, manage clinical and operational challenges, and foster effective team collaboration. Centres delivering this qualification must have competent and qualified staff, as well as the necessary materials, facilities, and resources to ensure high-quality training, effective learner engagement, and successful achievement of learning outcomes.
The LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Dietetics Leadership and Management provides an excellent pathway for learners seeking to build a strong foundation in leadership, enhance managerial skills in dietetics, and advance their professional development and career opportunities within healthcare and nutrition management roles.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Dietetics Leadership and Management (Cert Dietetics Leadership)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
60
GLH
240
Qualification #
LICQ2201005
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Dietetics Leadership and Management (Cert Dietetics Leadership), applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2201005-1 |
Principles of Leadership in Dietetics |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201005-2 |
Management of Dietetic Teams and Staff Development |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201005-3 |
Operational Planning and Resource Management |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201005-4 |
Communication and Team Collaboration |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201005-5 |
Strategic Decision-Making and Problem Solving |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201005-6 |
Professional Practice, Ethics, and CPD in Leadership |
10 |
40 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Principles of Leadership in Dietetics
Learners will be able to:
- Explain key leadership theories and styles applicable to dietetics and healthcare.
- Analyse the role of leadership in influencing team performance and patient outcomes.
- Evaluate effective leadership behaviours in professional dietetic settings.
- Apply leadership principles to support team motivation and goal achievement.
Unit 2: Management of Dietetic Teams and Staff Development
Learners will be able to:
- Plan and manage dietetic teams effectively, ensuring staff are supported and guided.
- Identify training and professional development needs for team members.
- Implement strategies for staff motivation, engagement, and performance monitoring.
- Apply team management techniques to enhance service delivery and patient care.
Unit 3: Operational Planning and Resource Management
Learners will be able to:
- Develop operational plans for dietetic services, including setting objectives and priorities.
- Manage resources efficiently, including budgets, equipment, and personnel.
- Monitor and evaluate service delivery to ensure quality and effectiveness.
- Apply practical tools for planning, scheduling, and optimising workflow in dietetic practice.
Unit 4: Communication and Team Collaboration
Learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate effective communication skills within dietetic teams and with stakeholders.
- Promote collaboration and cooperation to achieve shared objectives.
- Resolve conflicts and address challenges in professional interactions.
- Apply communication strategies to enhance team cohesion and patient outcomes.
Unit 5: Strategic Decision-Making and Problem Solving
Learners will be able to:
- Analyse problems and challenges within dietetic and healthcare settings.
- Apply critical thinking and evidence-based approaches to decision-making.
- Develop strategies for operational, clinical, and organisational problem-solving.
- Evaluate the impact of decisions on team performance and patient care outcomes.
Unit 6: Professional Practice, Ethics, and CPD in Leadership
Learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct in leadership roles within dietetics.
- Engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to enhance leadership and management skills.
- Communicate professional standards and ethical considerations effectively to team members.
- Apply legal, regulatory, and professional frameworks to ensure safe, ethical, and effective practice.
This course is designed for learners seeking to enhance their leadership, management, and professional skills within dietetics and healthcare. Ideal candidates include:
- Aspiring Dietetic Leaders: Individuals aiming to take on leadership roles in dietetics or nutrition services.
- Healthcare Professionals: Dietitians, nutritionists, and allied health practitioners looking to develop management skills for team leadership.
- Team Supervisors and Managers: Professionals responsible for coordinating dietetic teams, resources, and service delivery.
- Career Changers: Healthcare professionals transitioning into leadership or management roles within nutrition and dietetics.
- Adult Learners Focused on CPD: Learners committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and professional growth in leadership and management.
- Students of Dietetics or Healthcare Management: Learners seeking a foundation in leadership principles to complement clinical or healthcare practice.
This course is ideal for learners who want to develop effective leadership strategies, manage dietetic teams efficiently, enhance operational and resource management, and advance their career prospects in dietetics and healthcare management.
To effectively deliver the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Dietetics Leadership and Management (Cert Dietetics Leadership), centres must meet the following requirements:
- Qualified and Competent Staff: Centres must employ experienced trainers with relevant qualifications in dietetics, nutrition, healthcare, leadership, or management to ensure high-quality teaching and learner support.
- Comprehensive Learning Materials: Centres should provide textbooks, digital resources, case studies, leadership toolkits, and assessment materials to facilitate effective learner engagement and knowledge retention.
- Access to Suitable Facilities and Equipment: Appropriate classrooms, practical learning spaces, or online learning platforms with reliable technology must be available to support both theoretical learning and practical leadership activities.
- Compliance with International Standards: Teaching, assessment, and learning activities must adhere to recognised international quality assurance and educational standards.
- Robust Assessment and Feedback Systems: Centres must implement effective assessment procedures and provide timely feedback to monitor learner progress and support achievement of learning outcomes.
- Support for Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Centres should encourage and facilitate CPD for learners and staff, promoting ongoing professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Centres must ensure safe learning environments, particularly for practical activities, workshops, or simulations related to leadership and management practice.
Meeting these requirements ensures learners receive high-quality training, achieve learning outcomes successfully, and develop practical leadership and management skills for professional practice in dietetics and healthcare settings.
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.
