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ICTQual Level 4 Award in Foundations of Nursing Practice

ICTQual Level 4 Award in Foundations of Nursing Practice provides essential nursing knowledge, practical care skills, and professional understanding for learners preparing to enter healthcare and n...

Awarding Body: ICTQual AB|Course Level: Level 4
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Course features

This Level 4 award delivers a structured introduction to nursing practice through mandatory units covering core theory, patient care, clinical skills, communication, ethics, infection control, and progression opportunities.

  • 14 mandatory study units

  • 5-day, 15-hour training programme

  • Available online, in-person, or blended through ATC

  • Mandatory assessment with minimum 75% pass mark

  • Covers core nursing knowledge and practical care skills

  • Supports progression to advanced nursing and healthcare pathways

About course

The ICTQual Level 4 Award in Foundations of Nursing Practice is designed for learners who want to build a strong starting point in nursing. It introduces essential nursing knowledge, core patient care principles, and practical understanding needed for safe and effective work in healthcare settings.

  • Builds a clear foundation for nursing and healthcare practice

  • Develops practical understanding of patient care needs

  • Introduces key clinical, ethical, and legal principles

  • Strengthens communication and interpersonal care skills

  • Supports safe, compassionate, and culturally sensitive practice

  • Prepares learners for further study and career development

What you will learn

Learners will gain the knowledge, skills, and professional awareness needed to understand nursing practice, support patient care, and apply essential principles in healthcare environments.

  • Understand the historical development, roles, and current challenges of nursing practice

  • Describe human anatomy, physiology, and their relationship to health conditions

  • Use medical terminology accurately in healthcare communication and documentation

  • Apply fundamental patient care techniques, including hygiene, mobility, and monitoring needs

  • Perform essential nursing procedures, interpret vital signs, and support safe interventions

  • Understand ethics, communication, cultural competence, infection control, and legal responsibilities in nursing

Course content

Who should attend

This course is intended for individuals who want to begin a career in nursing or develop a solid foundation in nursing practice and healthcare support.

  • Aspiring nurses preparing for future nursing study

  • Healthcare support workers seeking nursing knowledge

  • Learners entering health and social care pathways

  • Individuals wanting a structured introduction to patient care

  • Those wishing to strengthen professional nursing awareness

  • Candidates planning progression to advanced nursing qualifications

Course requirements

Applicants are expected to meet the standard entry profile for the qualification and be capable of completing study and assessment in English.

  • Learner must be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and have basic literacy, numeracy, and English language skills

  • Applicants may also need a medical examination, clear criminal background check, references, personal statement, and interview depending on the training provider

Assessments

The qualification includes mandatory assessment delivered through Approved Training Centres to evaluate knowledge, understanding, and application of the course content.

  • Mandatory assessment through Approved Training Centres

  • Quizzes consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions

  • Assessment of comprehension and practical application of concepts

  • Minimum score of 75% required to pass

Progression

Successful learners can use this qualification as a foundation for further nursing study, wider healthcare roles, and continuing professional development.

  • Progress to diploma or degree programmes in nursing

  • Move toward clinical nursing roles with further qualifications and licensing

  • Develop into management, leadership, education, or training pathways

  • Pursue public health, research, specialist certifications, or international nursing opportunities

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