The LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Digital Technology in Nursing is a professional, high-level qualification designed to prepare experienced nurses and healthcare personnel for leadership roles in digital healthcare innovation.
As the integration of digital systems becomes a global priority in clinical practice, this diploma offers in-depth knowledge and advanced practical skills in areas such as digital care planning, clinical data analysis, artificial intelligence applications, and health informatics leadership. This course is ideal for professionals aiming to transform healthcare delivery through digital technology.
This comprehensive diploma explores critical themes including real-time data monitoring, virtual care coordination, AI-driven diagnostics, digital health governance, and the evaluation of healthcare technologies.
The LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Digital Technology in Nursing empowers learners to critically assess, implement, and manage digital tools and strategies that enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency. The course also emphasizes ethical practice, data security, and compliance with international health IT standards.
Through interactive modules, simulations, and project-based assessments, learners will gain hands-on experience with advanced digital platforms and systems used in modern nursing environments.
The curriculum supports the development of digital leadership, enabling participants to drive change, support digital transformation projects, and train others in best practices. This diploma ensures that nurses are equipped to take proactive roles in the digital evolution of healthcare.
The LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Digital Technology in Nursing is designed for nurse managers, senior practitioners, health IT coordinators, and clinical educators. It also benefits professionals involved in strategic planning, policy-making, or quality improvement initiatives that depend on digital infrastructure. Aligned with global healthcare demands, the diploma is relevant across diverse healthcare systems and supports career advancement both locally and internationally.
Upon completion of the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Digital Technology in Nursing, learners will be able to lead digital initiatives, interpret complex clinical data, implement AI solutions, and contribute to the future of smart healthcare.
This qualification not only elevates professional competencies but also reinforces the role of nursing professionals as key drivers of digital innovation in healthcare delivery.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Digital Technology in Nursing
Total Units
6
Total Credits
60
GLH
240
Qualification #
LICQ2200520
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Digital Technology in Nursing applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200520-1 |
Leadership in Digital Transformation of Nursing Practice |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200520-2 |
Evaluating and Integrating Emerging Technologies in Healthcare |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200520-3 |
Clinical Risk Management in Digital Environments |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200520-4 |
Designing Digital Patient Journeys and Virtual Clinics |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200520-5 |
Strategic Policy and Governance in eHealth Implementation |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200520-6 |
Research Project: Innovation in Digital Nursing Technologies |
10 |
40 |
By the end of this course,applicants will be able to:
1. Leadership in Digital Transformation of Nursing Practice
- Demonstrate advanced leadership skills in guiding digital innovation within nursing teams.
- Drive cultural and operational change to support the adoption of healthcare technologies.
- Mentor peers in implementing digital strategies aligned with clinical excellence.
2. Evaluating and Integrating Emerging Technologies in Healthcare
- Critically assess the value, usability, and impact of new digital tools in healthcare.
- Recommend and integrate suitable emerging technologies into existing nursing workflows.
- Monitor outcomes and feedback to inform ongoing tech implementation.
3. Clinical Risk Management in Digital Environments
- Identify digital risks related to clinical safety, data integrity, and cybersecurity.
- Apply risk mitigation strategies in digital nursing environments.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and patient protection in all digital operations.
4. Designing Digital Patient Journeys and Virtual Clinics
- Map and design end-to-end digital patient experiences using innovative care models.
- Develop operational plans for running virtual clinics with quality and efficiency.
- Incorporate user feedback and data to improve digital care pathways.
5. Strategic Policy and Governance in eHealth Implementation
- Understand global and institutional eHealth policies and their relevance to nursing.
- Contribute to the development of digital governance frameworks and strategic plans.
- Align digital nursing practices with policy, legal, and ethical standards.
6. Research Project: Innovation in Digital Nursing Technologies
- Design and conduct a research project on a selected innovation in digital nursing.
- Analyze data, evaluate impact, and present findings aligned with academic standards.
- Demonstrate the ability to contribute new insights to the field of digital nursing.
This diploma is ideal for:
- Senior nurses seeking to lead digital transformation in clinical environments
- Nurse managers responsible for implementing healthcare technology strategies
- Healthcare professionals involved in digital governance and health IT compliance
- Clinical educators integrating emerging digital technologies into nursing training
- Health informatics specialists looking to expand into leadership and innovation roles
- Quality improvement officers aiming to digitize patient care pathways
- Telehealth coordinators managing virtual clinics and remote patient engagement
- Public health professionals developing tech-driven patient outreach programs
- Healthcare project managers leading digital health initiatives
- Professionals conducting research on the impact of digital tools in nursing
- Policy advisors involved in eHealth planning and regulatory alignment
- Allied health professionals contributing to interdisciplinary digital transformation
- Individuals working in chronic disease management using digital platforms
- Consultants guiding institutions in evaluating and adopting emerging technologies
- International nursing professionals aligning their practice with global digital standards
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.
