Medicine & Nursing

ICTQual Level 3 Award in PCC in Nursing

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in PCC in Nursing is a structured healthcare qualification designed to develop essential patient-centred care skills, clinical understanding, and professional nursing competencies for learners pursuing careers in healthcare support and nursing practice.

Awarding body ICTQual AB
Level Level 3
A group of nursing students observe an instructor demonstrating patient care on a mannequin, illustrating the ICTQual Level 3 Award in PCC in Nursing.

Course Features

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in PCC in Nursing is a competency-based healthcare qualification designed to build foundational nursing and patient care expertise aligned with structured clinical learning standards.

  • Nationally recognised Level 3 healthcare qualification framework
  • Focus on patient-centred care (PCC) principles in nursing practice
  • Clinical skills development aligned with healthcare environments
  • Blended theoretical and practical learning approach
  • Designed for entry-level nursing and healthcare support progression
  • Assessment through structured knowledge and competency evaluation

About This Course

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in PCC in Nursing is designed to equip learners with essential knowledge and practical skills required in modern healthcare environments. It focuses on patient-centred care, communication, clinical support, and safe nursing practices, forming a strong foundation for entry into healthcare roles.

  • Develops foundational nursing and healthcare support skills

  • Strengthens understanding of patient-centred care (PCC)

  • Builds competence in safe clinical and hygiene practices

  • Enhances communication in healthcare environments

  • Introduces ethical and professional nursing standards

  • Supports progression into higher-level nursing qualifications

What You'll Learn

This course develops core nursing knowledge and practical competencies required for effective patient care in healthcare environments.

  • Principles of patient-centred care in nursing practice

  • Basic anatomy, physiology, and clinical observation skills

  • Infection prevention and control in healthcare settings

  • Safe patient handling and care procedures

  • Communication skills for patient and team interaction

  • Professional ethics and safeguarding in nursing practice

Who Should Attend?

This qualification is suitable for learners who want to begin a career in nursing, healthcare assistance, or clinical support roles within medical environments.

  • Aspiring nursing assistants and healthcare support workers

  • Entry-level healthcare professionals

  • Students seeking progression into nursing qualifications

  • Care assistants in hospitals or care homes

  • Individuals entering healthcare employment

  • Learners interested in patient care and clinical practice

Course Content

Explore the comprehensive ICTQual Level 3 Award in PCC in Nursing course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.

Introduction to Patient-Centred Care in Nursing

1
Principles of patient-centred care (PCC)
2
Role of nurses in patient support and wellbeing
3
Communication in healthcare environments

Basic Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing Practice

Infection Prevention and Control in Healthcare

Fundamental Nursing Care Skills

Clinical Communication and Documentation

Health, Safety, and Safeguarding in Nursing

Professional Practice in Nursing

Course Requirements

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in PCC in Nursing is an entry-level healthcare qualification designed for learners with basic educational and communication skills.

  • Minimum age requirement of 18 years (typical entry expectation)

  • Basic literacy and numeracy skills for healthcare learning

Assessments

Learners are assessed through structured methods designed to evaluate theoretical knowledge and applied healthcare understanding.

  • Written knowledge assessments (theory-based evaluation)

  • Practical skill demonstrations in simulated environments

  • Multiple-choice question (MCQ) testing

  • Tutor-led continuous observation and feedback

Progression

This qualification supports progression into advanced healthcare and nursing-related education and employment pathways.

  • ICTQual Level 4 healthcare and nursing qualifications

  • Healthcare assistant and clinical support roles

  • Vocational nursing and patient care training programmes

  • Progression into diploma-level nursing studies

Apply Now For This Course

Fill out the application form below to enroll in ICTQual Level 3 Award in PCC in Nursing. Our team will review your application and contact you shortly with enrollment details.

Awarding BodyICTQual AB
LevelLevel 3
Course CategoryMedicine & Nursing
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