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Level 4 Foot Health Top-Up

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This Course at a Glance

  • For graduates of the IAO Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner
  • Updates your knowledge to the new IAO Level 4 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner Launched in May 2024
  • Complete 1 theory unit and attend 1 day of practical training in our state-of-the-art training facility

Level 4 Foot Health Top-Up

This Course at a Glance

  • For graduates of the IAO Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner
  • Updates your knowledge to the new IAO Level 4 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner Launched in May 2024
  • Complete 1 theory unit and attend 1 day of practical training in our state-of-the-art training facility

The objective of this qualification is to recognise learners’ achievements within foot health care. This qualification promotes awareness of preventing and treating common foot and skin disorders, including professional referrals and managing client information effectively. This qualification has been developed in line with the Standards for the Foot Health Workforce published by Health Education England in 2021.

Advancing from Level 3

Since 2015, Innovate Awarding has offered the nationally accredited Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner.

Recently, a project has been undertaken to review and update the qualification so that it meets the requirements of the NHS England Standards for the Foot Health Workforce, specifically the Level 4 Foot Health Practitioner. Now, the new Level 4 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner is the only nationally accredited qualification in foot health at this level.

If you have already studied the IAO Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner course with us, this top-up course could be for you.

Our Level 4 course allows you to upskill during your 1 day practical at our training clinic in Birmingham. You will further enhance your knowledge of orthosis fitting and different sensation testing methods taking into account national markers. You will also be testing for peripheral arterial disease, using appropriate techniques and equipment, including the use of a Doppler.

Entry Requirements

Learners must have completed an IAO Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner Qualification Number: 610/5502/4 previously. Certificate evidence will need to be provided.

Minimum Age Restriction

Age 18+

Average Completion Timeframe

6 months.

Assessment Requirements

All theory assignments (1) must be completed. Observations will take place when attending the practical.

Placement or Practical Required

A 1-day placement must be completed.

If Placement or Practical is Required, When?

Unit 1 must be completed before any practical can be booked.

Observation by us Required

Yes at practical.

Additional Requirements

The learner is required to have the appropriate uniform and PPE for the practical element of the training.

Certification Timeframe

6-12 weeks.

Course Fees

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.

This top-up course is carried out via distance learning for module 1 and then you will be assessed during your practical training.

Innovate Awarding

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On successful completion, you will receive a qualification listed on the RQF at Level 4.

(Qualification Reference Number: 610/4007/1) Awarding Level 4 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner (RQF).

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). 

Level 4 Foot Health Top-Up

This Course at a Glance

  • For graduates of the IAO Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner
  • Updates your knowledge to the new IAO Level 4 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner Launched in May 2024
  • Complete 1 theory unit and attend 1 day of practical training in our state-of-the-art training facility

The objective of this qualification is to recognise learners’ achievements within foot health care. This qualification promotes awareness of preventing and treating common foot and skin disorders, including professional referrals and managing client information effectively. This qualification has been developed in line with the Standards for the Foot Health Workforce published by Health Education England in 2021.

Advancing from Level 3

Since 2015, Innovate Awarding has offered the nationally accredited Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner.

Recently, a project has been undertaken to review and update the qualification so that it meets the requirements of the NHS England Standards for the Foot Health Workforce, specifically the Level 4 Foot Health Practitioner. Now, the new Level 4 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner is the only nationally accredited qualification in foot health at this level.

If you have already studied the IAO Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner course with us, this top-up course could be for you.

Our Level 4 course allows you to upskill during your 1 day practical at our training clinic in Birmingham. You will further enhance your knowledge of orthosis fitting and different sensation testing methods taking into account national markers. You will also be testing for peripheral arterial disease, using appropriate techniques and equipment, including the use of a Doppler.

Entry Requirements

Learners must have completed an IAO Level 3 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner Qualification Number: 610/5502/4 previously. Certificate evidence will need to be provided.

Minimum Age Restriction

Age 18+

Average Completion Timeframe

6 months.

Assessment Requirements

All theory assignments (1) must be completed. Observations will take place when attending the practical.

Placement or Practical Required

A 1-day placement must be completed.

If Placement or Practical is Required, When?

Unit 1 must be completed before any practical can be booked.

Observation by us Required

Yes at practical.

Additional Requirements

The learner is required to have the appropriate uniform and PPE for the practical element of the training.

Certification Timeframe

6-12 weeks.

Course Fees

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.

Excellent Marking

Assessment

This top-up course is carried out via distance learning for module 1 and then you will be assessed during your practical training.

Qualifications

Innovate Awarding

Innovate Awarding logo

On successful completion, you will receive a qualification listed on the RQF at Level 4.

(Qualification Reference Number: 610/4007/1) Awarding Level 4 Diploma for the Foot Health Care Practitioner (RQF).

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). 

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