This digital healthcare course is aimed at people interested in health and care careers or supporting others, helping you understand how technology is transforming healthcare delivery.
As digital tools become increasingly important across healthcare services, there is growing demand for people with digital healthcare skills and an understanding of technology in health and social care. This course provides an accessible introduction to the technologies helping to improve patient care, wellbeing, and independence.
A practical introduction to healthcare technology for beginners.
This course is suitable for you if you:
It is designed for beginners and no previous technical knowledge is required.
This course is one of our Skill Boosters and fully-funded, meaning you may not need to pay any tuition fees. Most people are eligible for funding for this course. If you would like to double check whether you can study this course for free, please email admissions@nhc.ac.uk quoting ‘Tailored Learning funding’ in your subject line.
This course introduces you to the growing role of digital health and assistive technologies in supporting wellbeing and independence.
You’ll explore how digital tools such as the NHS-approved apps, remote monitoring systems, and wearable devices are transforming healthcare delivery. You’ll gain an understanding of how these technologies enhance patient care, improve communication, and support self-management of health conditions.
As part of this introduction to assistive technology training, you’ll discover how technology can help people live more independently while accessing the support they need.
You will develop:
The course also covers the importance of digital literacy, data privacy, and accessibility, helping you feel confident using and explaining these tools in real-world settings.
Learning is practical and focused on real examples. You will take part in:
Through practical demonstrations and case studies, you’ll discover how digital innovation is shaping the future of care and how you can play a part in this evolving landscape.
No prior technical knowledge is required, just a willingness to explore how technology can make a difference in people’s lives.
What is a digital healthcare course?
A digital healthcare course introduces the technologies that are transforming modern healthcare delivery. You’ll learn about digital technologies, health apps, remote monitoring systems, and health technology solutions that support patient care, wellbeing, and independence across health and care services.
What digital healthcare skills will I learn?
This programme introduces core digital healthcare skills that are increasingly valuable within healthcare organisations and health and care settings. You’ll develop knowledge and skills related to digital health technologies, health apps, digital tools, data privacy, accessibility, and the role of technology in supporting patient care and healthcare delivery.
What is assistive technology training?
Assistive technology training helps learners understand how digital solutions and medical devices can support people to live more independently. You’ll explore technologies in healthcare that improve communication, safety, mobility, and wellbeing, while learning how innovative digital tools can support individuals with diff erent needs.
How is technology used in health and social care?
Technology in health and social care supports communication, health records management, remote monitoring, health data collection, and access to services. Digital technologies are helping healthcare organisations transform healthcare delivery while improving patient care and supporting healthcare professionals in their day-to-day work.
What digital health technologies will I learn about?
This course explores a range of digital health technologies, including NHS-approved health apps, wearable devices, remote monitoring systems, assistive technologies, and other emerging technologies in healthcare. You’ll gain an understanding of how these tools are being used in real-world healthcare environments.
Does the course include practical examples?
Yes. Learning is supported through discussions, demonstrations, and real-world case studies. These case studies help you understand the opportunities and challenges associated with digital transformation in healthcare and show how health technology is being applied in practice.
Is this healthcare technology course suitable for beginners?
Yes. This course has been designed as healthcare technology for beginners. No prior technical knowledge or formal training is required. It provides an accessible introduction to digital health innovation and the growing role of technology within a rapidly evolving sector.
Who should take this digital healthcare course?
This course is suitable for anyone interested in health and care careers, including carers, support workers, healthcare practitioners, NHS staff , and individuals supporting family members or friends. It is also valuable for professionals working in care environments who want to improve their understanding of digital health and healthcare innovation.
How can digital healthcare skills support career development?
As healthcare systems continue to adopt digital solutions and innovative digital technologies, employers increasingly value people with digital healthcare skills. This course can support professional development, career development, and progression into further study within health sciences, health and care, and healthcare-related roles.
How is digital transformation changing healthcare?
Digital transformation is helping healthcare organisations improve communication, increase access to services, support population health, and deliver more personalised patient care. From digital health technologies and health records to health apps and remote monitoring systems, technology continues to transform healthcare and create new opportunities for healthcare leaders, care professionals, and healthcare practitioners.
7 May 2027
Stevenage Campus
Qualification
Course Code
P-KH-TLDHAT-1
Duration
1 Weeks
Entry Requirements
No formal entry requirements
Future Study
This course can demonstrate your interest in a care career, helping you start your journey in this rewarding sector.
Cost