LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Travel Medicine (Cert TM)

The LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Travel Medicine (Cert TM) is a specialized qualification designed for healthcare professionals who want to expand their expertise in travel health, disease prevention, and global healthcare standards. With international travel increasing every year, the demand for skilled professionals in Travel Medicine has never been greater. This Travel Medicine Level 3 course equips learners with the knowledge and confidence to provide safe, evidence‑based advice to travelers worldwide.

This Travel Medicine professional certification covers essential areas such as vaccination protocols, international health regulations, risk assessment, and the prevention and management of travel‑related illnesses. Learners also gain practical insights into tropical diseases, vector‑borne infections, and strategies for protecting vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and those with chronic conditions. The Cert TM Travel Medicine qualification emphasizes patient‑centered care, ethical practice, and the ability to deliver tailored medical advice for individuals traveling for work, leisure, or humanitarian purposes.

The Level 3 Travel Medicine training program is CPD accredited, making it an excellent choice for doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals who want to meet continuing professional development requirements while enhancing their career prospects. With flexible study options, this advanced travel medicine certification is designed to fit around busy schedules, ensuring accessibility for healthcare practitioners worldwide.

By enrolling in the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Travel Medicine (Cert TM), you are not just gaining a qualification—you are investing in a credential that demonstrates competence, compassion, and commitment to global health. This CPD accredited Travel Medicine course is your pathway to professional growth, international recognition, and the ability to make a lasting impact in travel health and disease prevention.

Course Overview


Qualification Title

LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Travel Medicine (Cert TM)


Total Units

6

Total Credits

24

GLH

120

Qualification #

LICQ2200863


Qualification Specification

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To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Travel Medicine (Cert TM), applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
  • Educational Requirements: Learners should hold a recognised healthcare qualification, such as a medical degree, nursing qualification, pharmacy qualification, or an equivalent professional certification relevant to clinical practice.
  • Experience: Learners are expected to have practical experience in healthcare or clinical environments, ideally with exposure to patient care, disease prevention, or public health practice.
  • English Language Proficiency: Participants must have sufficient English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to understand instructions, complete assessments, and communicate during practical exercises.
  • Commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Learners should have a strong commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and a desire to enhance their professional knowledge, skills, and competence in travel medicine.
  • Access to Required Resources: Learners must have access to relevant clinical environments, reference materials, and any equipment required to complete practical elements of the course. Centres delivering this qualification must provide all essential resources, qualified staff, and a supportive learning environment to ensure learner success.

Qualification#

Unit Title

Credits

GLH

LICQ2200863-1

Principles of Travel Medicine

4

20

LICQ2200863-2

Pre-Travel Health Assessment

4

20

LICQ2200863-3

Travel-Related Infectious Diseases

4

20

LICQ2200863-4

Immunisation and Vaccination Protocols

4

20

LICQ2200863-5

Traveller Safety and Health Promotion

4

20

LICQ2200863-6

Professional Practice and CPD in Travel Medicine

4

20

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

Unit 1: Principles of Travel Medicine

  • Understand the scope and importance of travel medicine in global healthcare.
  • Explain the key principles of disease prevention for travellers.
  • Identify the roles and responsibilities of a travel medicine practitioner.
  • Evaluate global health risks and their impact on traveller safety.

Unit 2: Pre-Travel Health Assessment

  • Conduct comprehensive pre-travel health assessments for diverse travellers.
  • Identify high-risk travellers and provide appropriate advice.
  • Review medical history and vaccination records to inform travel planning.
  • Develop tailored preventive strategies to minimise travel-related health risks.

Unit 3: Travel-Related Infectious Diseases

  • Recognise common infectious diseases encountered during travel.
  • Apply prevention, diagnosis, and management strategies for travel-related infections.
  • Analyse regional disease prevalence and risk factors.
  • Advise on the use of vaccines, prophylaxis, and hygiene measures for travellers.

Unit 4: Immunisation and Vaccination Protocols

  • Understand the types and indications of vaccines in travel medicine.
  • Implement travel-specific vaccination schedules safely.
  • Demonstrate correct handling, storage, and administration of vaccines.
  • Monitor and manage potential adverse effects of vaccines.

Unit 5: Traveller Safety and Health Promotion

  • Advise travellers on food, water, and environmental safety precautions.
  • Identify and mitigate risks of accidents, injuries, and chronic disease exacerbations.
  • Recognise mental health considerations during travel and provide guidance.
  • Deliver effective patient education and communication strategies.

Unit 6: Professional Practice and CPD in Travel Medicine

  • Apply ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities in travel medicine practice.
  • Integrate evidence-based practice in the delivery of travel health services.
  • Implement clinical governance and risk management strategies to ensure patient safety.
  • Develop and maintain a plan for Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

The LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Travel Medicine (Cert TM) is designed for healthcare professionals who want to expand their expertise in travel health, vaccination protocols, and the prevention of travel‑related illnesses. This Travel Medicine Level 3 course is ideal for doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and public health specialists seeking CPD accreditation, career advancement, and an internationally recognized qualification. It is not intended for beginners but for those already working in healthcare who want to strengthen their specialist knowledge and clinical skills in travel medicine.

1. Medical Doctors and Physicians

  • Enhance diagnostic and advisory skills in travel‑related healthcare
  • Gain advanced knowledge of tropical diseases and global health risks
  • Improve patient outcomes with evidence‑based vaccination protocols
  • Strengthen expertise in pre‑travel consultations and risk assessments
  • Earn a globally recognized travel medicine certification

2. Nurses and Allied Health Professionals

  • Build confidence in supporting patients with travel health needs
  • Learn patient‑centered approaches to vaccination and disease prevention
  • Expand scope of practice with specialized travel medicine training
  • Fulfill CPD requirements while advancing professional expertise
  • Increase employability in clinics, hospitals, and travel health centers

3. Public Health and Community Health Professionals

  • Address the growing importance of travel health in global mobility
  • Learn preventive strategies for managing travel‑related illnesses
  • Support community health programs with travel medicine expertise
  • Gain skills to manage vaccination campaigns and awareness initiatives
  • Strengthen role in public health and international health programs

4. Travel Health Specialists and Advisors

  • Deepen expertise in pre‑travel consultations and health risk assessments
  • Learn evidence‑based approaches to travel vaccinations and prophylaxis
  • Strengthen skills in advising travelers on region‑specific health risks
  • Gain recognition with a Level 3 Travel Medicine qualification
  • Broaden career opportunities in travel clinics and advisory services

5. Laboratory and Diagnostic Professionals

  • Enhance knowledge of diagnostic testing for travel‑related diseases
  • Learn advanced techniques for identifying tropical infections
  • Improve accuracy in laboratory reporting and patient support
  • Gain CPD credits while advancing technical expertise
  • Strengthen career profile in diagnostic and research laboratories

6. Humanitarian and NGO Healthcare Workers

  • Prepare for global assignments with travel medicine expertise
  • Learn strategies for managing health risks in high‑risk regions
  • Support vulnerable populations with evidence‑based care
  • Gain international recognition with a CPD accredited qualification
  • Strengthen readiness for fieldwork in humanitarian missions

7. International Healthcare Professionals

  • Obtain a globally recognized travel medicine certificate
  • Align with UK and international healthcare standards
  • Improve career mobility across countries and regions
  • Gain competitive advantage in global healthcare markets
  • Access structured, flexible learning designed for busy professionals

Centres delivering the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Travel Medicine must maintain the highest standards of training to ensure learner success. Requirements include:

  • Qualified Staff: Centres must employ competent and experienced healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and clinical educators, to deliver both theoretical and practical training.
  • Training Facilities: Centres should provide access to clinical environments, consultation rooms, and simulation facilities for practical sessions.
  • Learning Resources: All essential learning materials, including textbooks, clinical guidelines, immunisation resources, and digital learning tools, must be available to learners.
  • Health and Safety Compliance: Centres must comply with health and safety regulations, infection control procedures, and clinical governance standards to ensure learner safety.
  • Assessment and Support: Centres should implement robust assessment procedures and provide ongoing learner support, including mentoring, feedback, and guidance throughout the course.
  • CPD and Professional Development: Centres should encourage and facilitate Continuous Professional Development (CPD), enabling learners to remain up to date with best practices in travel medicine.

By meeting these requirements, centres ensure a high-quality learning experience, equipping learners with the knowledge, skills, and professional competence required to excel in travel medicine practice.

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.