The LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Tropical Medicine (Cert TM) is a specialized qualification designed for healthcare professionals, medical practitioners, and allied health staff seeking to deepen their expertise in tropical medicine. This qualification is not intended for fresh candidates but for individuals who already have a foundational knowledge of healthcare and are looking to enhance their career prospects, broaden their professional knowledge, and advance their Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Through this course, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of tropical diseases, including their causes, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring that learners are equipped to make informed clinical decisions in environments where tropical medicine is highly relevant.
LICQual ensures that centres delivering this qualification maintain the highest standards of teaching and learning. All centres must employ competent and qualified staff and provide learners with access to all necessary materials, resources, and training equipment to support effective learning and achieve successful outcomes. This rigorous approach guarantees that learners receive a high-quality educational experience, fully preparing them to apply their skills in professional healthcare settings.
Ideal for professionals seeking to strengthen their medical expertise, improve patient care, and enhance their professional credentials, the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Tropical Medicine offers a structured, practical, and career-focused pathway for advanced learning in this specialized field.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Tropical Medicine (Cert TM)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
24
GLH
120
Qualification #
LICQ2200843
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Tropical Medicine (Cert TM), applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200843-1 |
Introduction to Tropical Medicine and Global Health |
4 |
20 |
|
LICQ2200843-2 |
Parasitic Infections and Prevention |
4 |
20 |
|
LICQ2200843-3 |
Bacterial and Viral Tropical Diseases |
4 |
20 |
|
LICQ2200843-4 |
Travel Medicine and Risk Assessment |
4 |
20 |
|
LICQ2200843-5 |
Tropical Disease Diagnosis and Laboratory Techniques |
4 |
20 |
|
LICQ2200843-6 |
Professional Practice, Ethics, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) |
4 |
20 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Introduction to Tropical Medicine and Global Health
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Explain the scope and significance of tropical medicine in global healthcare.
- Analyse epidemiology and disease patterns in tropical regions.
- Evaluate the impact of environmental, socio-economic, and climate factors on tropical diseases.
- Assess international public health strategies and initiatives for disease prevention and control.
Unit 2: Parasitic Infections and Prevention
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Identify and classify major parasitic diseases affecting tropical regions.
- Describe transmission pathways, life cycles, and risk factors of parasitic infections.
- Recommend preventive measures, including vector control, hygiene, and vaccination programs.
- Apply appropriate diagnostic and treatment strategies for parasitic infections.
Unit 3: Bacterial and Viral Tropical Diseases
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Explain the pathology, symptoms, and transmission of key bacterial and viral tropical diseases.
- Evaluate treatment protocols, antimicrobial use, and resistance issues.
- Implement preventive strategies including hygiene, sanitation, and vaccination.
- Integrate knowledge of disease management into clinical decision-making.
Unit 4: Travel Medicine and Risk Assessment
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Conduct risk assessments for individuals travelling to tropical regions.
- Provide pre-travel health advice, including vaccinations and prophylaxis.
- Develop strategies for the prevention and management of travel-related illnesses.
- Demonstrate knowledge of emergency planning and safety measures for travellers.
Unit 5: Tropical Disease Diagnosis and Laboratory Techniques
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Describe laboratory techniques used in diagnosing tropical diseases.
- Conduct accurate sample collection, handling, and analysis.
- Interpret diagnostic results to support clinical decision-making.
- Integrate laboratory findings into patient management and treatment planning.
Unit 6: Professional Practice, Ethics, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate professional and ethical responsibilities in tropical medicine practice.
- Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Apply critical thinking and reflective practice to case studies in tropical medicine.
- Plan and engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to maintain knowledge and professional competence.
This qualification is designed for healthcare professionals and medical practitioners who are seeking to enhance their expertise in tropical medicine and expand their professional knowledge. It is not suitable for beginners and is specifically aimed at individuals with prior healthcare experience who wish to strengthen their career prospects.
Learners who will benefit from this course include:
- Medical Practitioners and Doctors looking to specialise in tropical medicine or expand their clinical knowledge in treating tropical diseases.
- Nurses and Allied Health Professionals working in regions affected by tropical diseases or involved in travel and public health care.
- Healthcare Workers in Travel Medicine who provide pre-travel advice, vaccinations, and risk assessments for travellers.
- Public Health Officers and Epidemiologists seeking advanced knowledge of disease patterns, prevention strategies, and global health initiatives.
- Professionals Engaged in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) aiming to update their skills, improve patient care, and meet professional competency standards.
This course is ideal for learners who are motivated to deepen their understanding of tropical diseases, develop practical skills for diagnosis and management, and apply this knowledge effectively in clinical and public health settings.
To ensure the highest quality of training and learner success, centres delivering the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Tropical Medicine must meet the following requirements:
- Qualified and Competent Staff: Centres must employ experienced tutors and healthcare professionals who are fully qualified in tropical medicine or related healthcare fields. Staff should be capable of delivering theory and practical components to international standards.
- Comprehensive Learning Resources: Centres must provide learners with access to up-to-date textbooks, reference materials, case studies, and digital resources that support effective learning.
- Practical Training Facilities: Centres should be equipped with adequate laboratory facilities, diagnostic tools, and simulation equipment to allow learners to practice essential tropical medicine techniques safely and effectively.
- Assessment and Support Systems: Centres must implement robust assessment methods, including practical evaluations and written assignments, along with learner support mechanisms such as mentoring, feedback, and guidance throughout the course.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Centres must maintain safe, clean, and well-organized learning environments that comply with local health and safety regulations.
- CPD and Professional Development Opportunities: Centres should encourage and facilitate Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities, enabling learners to maintain and enhance their professional competence.
- Access to Digital and Online Learning Tools: Centres should provide learners with reliable access to online platforms, virtual simulations, and supplementary e-learning resources where applicable.
By meeting these standards, centres ensure that learners receive high-quality, professional training that prepares them for successful careers in tropical medicine and related healthcare fields.
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.
