Innovate Awarding Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner RQF Qualification (601/5502/4) is a fully recognised qualification listed on the RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework). It carries 37 credits which can be transferred to progress onto further study (e.g. a degree).
Innovate Awarding Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner RQF develops the knowledge, skills and competence required for learners to work as Foot Health Care Practitioners. This qualification promotes awareness of preventing and treating foot disorders and provides information on setting up in practice. The knowledge, understanding and skills equip learners to be occupationally competent and gain experience in dealing with common foot and skin problems.
This Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner qualification is suitable for learners aged 18 and above who work, or who are looking to work, within the Health and Social Care sector, or those who want to have their own Foot Health Clinic.
Our course contains all of the mandatory units required by the Awarding Organisation and is designed so that you complete as much of the theoretical work as possible before you attend your practical training – at our state-of-the-art Foot Health Training Centre in Birmingham. By doing so, you can focus on the clinical aspects of your training whilst you are with your Clinical Tutor. You will work with real clients and will cover all aspects of running a clinic. You collect evidence of your clinical practice as you prepare for appointments and work with clients.
The practical element of the course takes place at our state-of-the-art clinic in Birmingham. Here you will have the opportunity to practice on real patients, allowing you to solidify your learning and hone your skills.
You will be supported throughout by highly experienced tutors, all of whom are practising foot health care practitioners.
By the time you have completed your 10 day's of practical training, you will have become proficient in the various techniques and treatments, and grown the confidence necessary to practice on your own patients, once qualified.
As soon as you’ve gained your nationally recognised qualification you can start practising and add the letters DIPFH or RFHP after your name.
Your course will teach you how to set up and run a successful foot health care practice including understanding businesses logistics and how to plan your business.
This course will also give you a comprehensive understanding of anatomy and physiology. The course will also teach you about infection of the foot, how they spread and how they can be treated.
You will learn how to maintain foot hygiene and how to treat feet hygienically and safely, preparing you for clinical practice.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider, which means your course is devised by subject experts, the benefit of a best in class learning portal, a dedicated tutor to support you through your studies and a practical in a state-of-the-art facility.
You can start your course as soon as you enrol via our online learning portal. Just log in and all your course materials will be there waiting for you.
The Innovate Awarding Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner RQF Qualification (601/5502/4) is a fully recognised qualification listed on the RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework). It carries 37 credits which can be transferred to progress onto further study (e.g. a degree).
As this is a regulated qualification all portfolios are subject to Internal/ external quality assurance procedures. Due to this process it may take 8-12 weeks from the completion of your course to receive your certificates.
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
Innovate Awarding is an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation with an innovative and dynamic approach. They develop off-the-shelf, customised and fully bespoke qualifications across a growing number of sectors – all on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).
There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. Full training is provided.
Age 18 +
1 - 2 Years
All theory assignments (6) must be completed. Observations will take place when attending practicals on real clients who attend the clinic.
A 10-day placement must be completed over consecutive days with all days fully attended.
The practical cannot be attended until units 1-6 have been completed. The practical can be booked upon submission of unit 4. You must have also paid 80% of the course fees.
The practical training element of this course will include 2 knowledge tests. These are not set by the awarding body
Yes at practical
The Learner is required to have the appropriate uniform and PPE for the practical element of the training.
12 weeks - Can be longer if a EQA sample is required
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Unit One: Anatomy and Physiology (T/506/9528, D/506/9524)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit Two: Infection prevention and control for foot care practitioners (K/506/9526)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 3: Understanding pathologies and treatments for foot health care (A/506/9532, M/506/9527, A/506/9529)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit Four: Managing Foot Care for Diabetic (M/506/9530)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 5: Preparing for Clinical Practice
Unit Six: Setting up and managing a professional practice (T/506/9531)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit Seven: Your Practical Training (Y/506/9523, H/506/9525 M/506/9530, A/506/9532, M/506/9527, A/506/9529, K/506/9526 T/506/9529, D/506/9524, T/506/9528)
On completion of this unit you will:
What's Included
Innovate Awarding Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner RQF Qualification (601/5502/4) is a fully recognised qualification listed on the RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework). It carries 37 credits which can be transferred to progress onto further study (e.g. a degree).
Innovate Awarding Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner RQF develops the knowledge, skills and competence required for learners to work as Foot Health Care Practitioners. This qualification promotes awareness of preventing and treating foot disorders and provides information on setting up in practice. The knowledge, understanding and skills equip learners to be occupationally competent and gain experience in dealing with common foot and skin problems.
This Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner qualification is suitable for learners aged 18 and above who work, or who are looking to work, within the Health and Social Care sector, or those who want to have their own Foot Health Clinic.
Our course contains all of the mandatory units required by the Awarding Organisation and is designed so that you complete as much of the theoretical work as possible before you attend your practical training – at our state-of-the-art Foot Health Training Centre in Birmingham. By doing so, you can focus on the clinical aspects of your training whilst you are with your Clinical Tutor. You will work with real clients and will cover all aspects of running a clinic. You collect evidence of your clinical practice as you prepare for appointments and work with clients.
The practical element of the course takes place at our state-of-the-art clinic in Birmingham. Here you will have the opportunity to practice on real patients, allowing you to solidify your learning and hone your skills.
You will be supported throughout by highly experienced tutors, all of whom are practising foot health care practitioners.
By the time you have completed your 10 day's of practical training, you will have become proficient in the various techniques and treatments, and grown the confidence necessary to practice on your own patients, once qualified.
As soon as you’ve gained your nationally recognised qualification you can start practising and add the letters DIPFH or RFHP after your name.
Your course will teach you how to set up and run a successful foot health care practice including understanding businesses logistics and how to plan your business.
This course will also give you a comprehensive understanding of anatomy and physiology. The course will also teach you about infection of the foot, how they spread and how they can be treated.
You will learn how to maintain foot hygiene and how to treat feet hygienically and safely, preparing you for clinical practice.
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider, which means your course is devised by subject experts, the benefit of a best in class learning portal, a dedicated tutor to support you through your studies and a practical in a state-of-the-art facility.
You can start your course as soon as you enrol via our online learning portal. Just log in and all your course materials will be there waiting for you.
The Innovate Awarding Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner RQF Qualification (601/5502/4) is a fully recognised qualification listed on the RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework). It carries 37 credits which can be transferred to progress onto further study (e.g. a degree).
As this is a regulated qualification all portfolios are subject to Internal/ external quality assurance procedures. Due to this process it may take 8-12 weeks from the completion of your course to receive your certificates.
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
Innovate Awarding is an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation with an innovative and dynamic approach. They develop off-the-shelf, customised and fully bespoke qualifications across a growing number of sectors – all on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).
Unit One: Anatomy and Physiology (T/506/9528, D/506/9524)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit Two: Infection prevention and control for foot care practitioners (K/506/9526)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 3: Understanding pathologies and treatments for foot health care (A/506/9532, M/506/9527, A/506/9529)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit Four: Managing Foot Care for Diabetic (M/506/9530)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 5: Preparing for Clinical Practice
Unit Six: Setting up and managing a professional practice (T/506/9531)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit Seven: Your Practical Training (Y/506/9523, H/506/9525 M/506/9530, A/506/9532, M/506/9527, A/506/9529, K/506/9526 T/506/9529, D/506/9524, T/506/9528)
On completion of this unit you will:
What's Included
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