The LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Dermatology (Dip CD) is a specialized qualification designed for healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of dermatological conditions. This advanced programme provides learners with comprehensive knowledge of skin anatomy, dermatopathology, clinical assessment, and evidence-based treatment strategies, making it an essential step for those looking to enhance their professional skills and career prospects.
This qualification is not intended for fresh candidates. It is specifically tailored for experienced healthcare practitioners, including clinicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, who wish to expand their professional competence, improve patient care, and strengthen their Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Learners will engage with structured study units covering common and complex dermatological conditions, diagnostic techniques, treatment modalities, patient consultation, and safety protocols, ensuring a thorough and industry-relevant learning experience.
Centres delivering the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Dermatology must maintain the highest standards of education. They are required to have competent and qualified staff, as well as all essential learning materials, clinical equipment, and resources to facilitate both theoretical and practical training. This ensures learners benefit from a high-quality educational experience, combining scientific knowledge with hands-on clinical insight, ultimately supporting learner success and professional growth.
By completing this course, learners will gain advanced knowledge and practical skills that empower them to provide safe, effective, and evidence-based dermatological care, enhance patient outcomes, and establish themselves as skilled professionals in the field of clinical dermatology.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Dermatology (Dip CD)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
60
GLH
240
Qualification #
LICQ2200869
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Dermatology (Dip CD), applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200869-1 |
Skin Anatomy and Physiology |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200869-2 |
Dermatological Conditions and Pathophysiology |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200869-3 |
Patient Assessment and Diagnostic Techniques |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200869-4 |
Therapeutic Interventions and Treatment Planning |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200869-5 |
Patient Care, Safety, and Ethical Practice |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200869-6 |
Evidence-Based Practice and Professional Development |
10 |
40 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Skin Anatomy and Physiology
- Explain the structure and function of different skin layers.
- Describe the role of skin appendages in health and disease.
- Understand skin barrier function and repair mechanisms.
- Recognise how ageing, injury, and disease affect the skin.
Unit 2: Dermatological Conditions and Pathophysiology
- Classify common and complex dermatological disorders.
- Explain the pathophysiology of inflammatory, infectious, and autoimmune skin conditions.
- Identify dermatological signs and symptoms accurately.
- Understand the progression of acute and chronic skin diseases.
Unit 3: Patient Assessment and Diagnostic Techniques
- Conduct comprehensive dermatological history-taking.
- Perform effective skin examinations and lesion identification.
- Utilise diagnostic tools, including dermoscopy and laboratory tests.
- Develop differential diagnoses and apply clinical reasoning in dermatology.
Unit 4: Therapeutic Interventions and Treatment Planning
- Apply pharmacological management for dermatological conditions.
- Implement non-pharmacological and procedural interventions safely.
- Develop personalised treatment plans based on patient assessment.
- Monitor treatment outcomes and manage complications effectively.
Unit 5: Patient Care, Safety, and Ethical Practice
- Communicate effectively and educate patients about skin conditions.
- Apply informed consent and ethical principles in dermatology care.
- Implement infection control and safe clinical practices.
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with clinical governance standards.
Unit 6: Evidence-Based Practice and Professional Development
- Apply research and evidence-based approaches in dermatology.
- Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) and reflective practice.
- Implement quality improvement and patient safety strategies.
- Stay updated with emerging dermatology treatments and industry standards.
The LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Dermatology is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to advance their expertise in diagnosing, managing, and treating dermatological conditions. This course is ideal for:
- Practicing healthcare professionals such as clinicians, nurses, and allied health practitioners involved in dermatology or patient care.
- Medical practitioners looking to specialize in clinical dermatology and expand their professional knowledge.
- Professionals aiming to enhance their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and gain recognized qualifications in dermatology care.
- Clinical staff involved in patient assessment, treatment planning, and follow-up care for dermatological conditions.
- Healthcare professionals seeking career progression in hospitals, clinics, or specialized dermatology units.
- Learners committed to delivering safe, effective, and evidence-based care to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
This course is not suitable for beginners; it is intended for individuals with prior healthcare experience who wish to deepen their knowledge, develop advanced skills, and gain professional recognition in clinical dermatology.
Centres delivering the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Dermatology must maintain the highest standards of education and training to ensure learners achieve professional competence and success. Centres should meet the following requirements:
- Qualified and Experienced Staff: Centres must employ trainers and assessors with recognised qualifications and practical expertise in clinical dermatology and healthcare practice. Staff should be capable of delivering high-quality teaching, guidance, and assessment.
- Adequate Learning Facilities: Centres should provide suitable classrooms, clinical simulation spaces, and practical training areas that support both theoretical learning and hands-on clinical experience.
- Access to Clinical and Treatment Resources: Centres must have access to hospitals, clinics, or clinical settings where learners can gain supervised practical experience. Essential dermatology equipment and materials must be available.
- Comprehensive Learning Materials: Centres should provide learners with textbooks, e-resources, clinical guidelines, and other relevant materials to support both theoretical and practical learning.
- Assessment and Learner Support Systems: Centres must implement robust assessment procedures, feedback mechanisms, and learner support services to facilitate academic progress and skills development.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Centres must comply with all applicable health and safety regulations, infection control protocols, and clinical governance standards to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Commitment to Quality: Centres should continuously monitor and improve teaching quality, ensuring alignment with LICQual standards and international best practices in dermatology education.
By meeting these requirements, centres provide a professional, safe, and effective learning environment, enabling learners to successfully complete the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Dermatology and advance their careers in dermatology and healthcare practice.
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.
