The LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Travel Medicine (Dip TM) is a specialised qualification designed for healthcare professionals who wish to advance their expertise in the field of travel medicine. This qualification is intended for learners who already have a foundational knowledge in healthcare and wish to enhance their career prospects, expand their clinical knowledge, and strengthen their Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
This diploma provides comprehensive coverage of travel medicine, including the prevention and management of travel-related illnesses, vaccination protocols, risk assessment, and health advice for international travellers. Learners will gain in-depth understanding of infectious diseases, tropical medicine considerations, and the impact of environmental and geographical factors on traveller health. The course emphasises evidence-based practice, equipping learners to deliver safe and effective care to diverse populations.
To ensure high-quality training and learner success, centres delivering this qualification must have competent and qualified staff with professional experience in travel medicine or related healthcare fields. Centres should also provide access to comprehensive learning materials, clinical resources, and practical tools to support both theoretical study and applied learning.
By completing the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Travel Medicine, learners enhance their professional credibility and are prepared to take on advanced roles in clinics, travel health advisory services, and healthcare institutions. This qualification is ideal for committed healthcare professionals who wish to make a meaningful impact on traveller health, deliver expert advice, and stay at the forefront of this evolving field.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Travel Medicine (Dip TM)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
60
GLH
240
Qualification #
LICQ2200906
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Travel Medicine (Dip TM) , applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200906-1 |
Introduction to Travel Medicine |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200906-2 |
Infectious Diseases in Travellers |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200906-3 |
Vaccinations and Immunisation Protocols |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200906-4 |
Risk Assessment and Pre-Travel Health Advice |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200906-5 |
Post-Travel Health Management |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200906-6 |
Professional Practice and CPD in Travel Medicine |
10 |
40 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Introduction to Travel Medicine
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental principles and scope of travel medicine.
- Describe the role and responsibilities of travel health practitioners.
- Analyse the impact of global travel on individual and public health.
- Identify key challenges and considerations in providing travel-related healthcare.
Unit 2: Infectious Diseases in Travellers
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Identify common travel-related infections, including bacterial, viral, parasitic, and vector-borne diseases.
- Explain modes of transmission and risk factors for travel-associated illnesses.
- Evaluate prevention strategies and infection control measures for travellers.
- Apply evidence-based approaches to the management of travel-related infections.
Unit 3: Vaccinations and Immunisation Protocols
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Explain the importance of vaccinations in travel medicine.
- Describe recommended immunisation schedules for different travel destinations.
- Identify contraindications and potential adverse effects of vaccines.
- Develop strategies to ensure vaccine efficacy and traveller safety.
Unit 4: Risk Assessment and Pre-Travel Health Advice
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Conduct comprehensive pre-travel risk assessments based on destination, traveller health, and planned activities.
- Provide evidence-based health advice tailored to individual travellers.
- Identify strategies to prevent travel-related health risks.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills for educating travellers about potential hazards.
Unit 5: Post-Travel Health Management
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Recognise signs and symptoms of common post-travel illnesses.
- Apply diagnostic methods to identify travel-related infections and complications.
- Develop management plans for post-travel patients based on best practice guidelines.
- Analyse emerging infections and public health implications related to international travel.
Unit 6: Professional Practice and CPD in Travel Medicine
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate professional and ethical responsibilities in travel medicine practice.
- Apply principles of clinical governance and multidisciplinary teamwork.
- Develop a personal Continuing Professional Development (CPD) plan to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Reflect on practice to identify areas for improvement and professional growth.
This course is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to specialise in travel medicine and enhance their clinical expertise. It is ideal for learners who are:
- Healthcare practitioners looking to expand their knowledge in travel health and traveller care.
- Nurses, clinical officers, and allied health professionals involved in patient assessment, vaccination, and pre-travel advice.
- Medical and public health professionals aiming to develop expertise in infectious disease prevention and travel-related health risks.
- Practitioners committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) who wish to formalise their learning with a recognised Level 3 qualification.
- Experienced healthcare professionals seeking career progression in travel health clinics, hospitals, or public health advisory roles.
- Learners wanting to implement evidence-based practices for pre-travel, in-travel, and post-travel patient care.
- Professionals with foundational healthcare knowledge who wish to apply advanced theoretical and practical skills in travel medicine.
This qualification is not intended for beginners. Completing this diploma equips learners with the professional knowledge, practical skills, and credibility to provide expert travel health advice, manage travel-related illnesses, and advance their careers in healthcare.
To deliver the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Travel Medicine effectively, centres must meet specific standards to ensure high-quality training, practical learning, and learner success. The requirements include:
- Qualified and Competent Staff: Centres must employ instructors with relevant qualifications, clinical experience in travel medicine or related healthcare fields, and expertise in delivering Level 3 healthcare programmes. Staff should be able to provide both theoretical instruction and practical guidance.
- Comprehensive Learning Resources: Centres should provide up-to-date textbooks, digital learning materials, case studies, and access to current research in travel medicine to support effective learning.
- Practical Facilities and Equipment: Centres must have access to clinical facilities, vaccination equipment, and other resources necessary for practical training and applied learning in travel medicine.
- Safe and Accessible Learning Environment: Training areas must comply with health and safety standards, offering a secure, clean, and fully accessible environment for all learners.
- Assessment and Quality Assurance Processes: Centres should implement robust assessment strategies, feedback mechanisms, and quality assurance systems to maintain high academic and professional standards.
- Support for CPD and Professional Development: Centres must encourage learners to engage in Continuing Professional Development through workshops, seminars, and additional learning opportunities relevant to travel medicine.
- Administrative and Logistical Support: Centres must provide efficient enrolment, record-keeping, and learner support services to guide learners throughout their course journey.
Meeting these centre requirements ensures learners receive a high-quality, structured, and professionally recognised Level 3 qualification, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to provide expert care in travel medicine and advance their healthcare careers.
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.
