ICTQual Level 3 Award in Nursing Studies – Patient Care

This ICTQual AB qualification is a structured healthcare training programme designed to build foundational nursing and patient care competence aligned with clinical standards and safe practice requirements.

• Internationally recognised ICTQual AB Level 3 qualification

• Focus on patient-centred nursing and clinical support skills

• Practical training in core nursing procedures and care delivery

• Emphasis on infection control and patient safety standards

• Development of communication and professional healthcare skills

• Assessment-based learning with competency verification

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Nursing Studies – Patient Care is designed to prepare learners for entry-level roles in healthcare settings by developing essential nursing support and patient care competencies. It builds understanding of safe clinical practice, ethical responsibilities, and effective communication within healthcare environments.

• Builds foundational nursing and healthcare support knowledge

• Develops practical patient care and clinical assistance skills

• Strengthens understanding of hygiene and infection control

• Enhances communication in healthcare environments

• Supports safe and ethical nursing practice

• Prepares learners for clinical and care-based roles

This course develops core nursing and patient care competencies required in clinical and healthcare environments, focusing on safe practice and patient wellbeing.

• Understand roles and responsibilities in nursing and patient care

• Apply infection prevention and control procedures in healthcare settings

• Demonstrate basic clinical skills for patient support and monitoring

• Assist with patient hygiene, mobility, and daily care needs

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams

• Apply ethical and professional standards in nursing practice

This qualification is designed for individuals beginning or developing a career in healthcare, particularly those aiming to work in nursing support or patient care roles.

• Aspiring healthcare assistants and nursing support workers

• Entry-level learners seeking nursing studies foundation

• Caregivers working in hospitals, clinics, or care homes

• Students preparing for further nursing qualifications

• Community health and social care support staff

• Individuals transitioning into healthcare careers

This is an entry-level nursing studies qualification; however, learners must meet basic educational and language requirements to ensure successful completion.

• Minimum age requirement as defined by the training centre

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills in English

Learners are assessed through structured methods designed to evaluate theoretical understanding and practical competence in patient care.

• Multiple-choice question (MCQ) examinations

• Written assignments or knowledge-based assessments

• Practical skill observation in clinical scenarios

• Trainer-led competency evaluation in healthcare tasks

This qualification provides a foundation for further study and career development in nursing and healthcare-related fields.

• ICTQual Level 4 Nursing Studies or Healthcare qualifications

• Healthcare Assistant or Nursing Support Worker roles

• Specialist training in clinical or patient care areas

• Higher education in nursing or allied health sciences