Integrated Care Academy

Certificate in Integrated Care

Registration now open

The next cohort will run from 14 October – 9 December

The Certificate in Integrated Care has been designed using IFIC’s 9 Pillars of Integrated Care as a module based course of online learning. The accessible, high quality programme is offered through our digital, innovative and dynamic online learning platform. Apply now for this comprehensive introductory level self-managed Certificate in Integrated Care accredited by CPD Standards UK delivered 100% online and in the comfort of your own home.

The course is based on The 9 Pillars of Integrated Care with the 5 modules as follows:

Module 1: Introduction to Integrated Care with Shared Values and Vision

Module 2: Workforce Capacity and Capability + People as Partners in Health and Care

Module 3: System-wide Governance and Leadership + Aligned Payments Systems

Module 4: Population Health and Local Context + Resilient Communities and New Alliances

Module 5: Digital Solutions + Transparency of Progress, Results and Impact

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Curated knowledge dedicated to your learning

You will have access to IFIC’s impressive network of experts and array of resources in Integrated Care curated and dedicated to your learning. The course will consist of five modules covering the 9 pillars of integrated care, alongside access to IFIC’s wealth of content featuring pre-recorded material, webinars, literature and international case studies to underpin your learning.

As a student of the Certificate in Integrated Care you will:

  • Gain a solid foundation and in-depth knowledge of IFIC’s 9 pillars of integrated care
  • Gain access to IFIC’s global network of experts and wide range of knowledge resources
  • Be immersed in IFIC’s collaborative, innovative and dynamic global culture
  • Be part of IFIC’s alumni with special delegate rates to the International Conferences on Integrated Care (ICIC) and to IFIC hosted Global Conferences and National Events
  • Begin your integrated care learning journey to progress to further pathways
  • Create life-long friendships and international networks with your cohort
  • Be immersed in all things Integrated Care

The Integrated Care Online Academy creates innovative, interactive learning environments for people to access education that is excellent, affordable and attainable to create better outcomes for person-centred and integrated care.

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Pricing

The price of the course is €682.50 / £600* Special rates are available for Low and middle-income countries and Bursary places are available for patients and carers.

* For UK individuals and companies, 20% VAT will be added to the cost of the course.

Specifics

The course requires 30 hours minimum study time with some live elements.

The live sessions are held on Wednesdays from 7pm - 8.30pm (UK). These session are recorded but you are encouraged to attend live to gain the most from the discussion.

Registration for Autumn 2026 is now open.

The course requires 30 hours minimum study time with some live elements.

The live sessions are held on Wednesdays from 7pm - 8.30pm (UK). These session are recorded but you are encouraged to attend live to gain the most from the discussion.

The course will run from 14 October – 9 December.

Live sessions are scheduled for 21st October, 28th October, 4th November, 11th November and 18th November

Submission date for the final assignment is 4th December.

 

Requirements

This course is an introduction to the subject and is therefore accessible to all those with an interest in integrated care principles, but will be particularly relevant to those working within healthcare, social care, community and other public service design or delivery from public, private and third/voluntary sectors, emerging researchers and students in associated subject areas, patients or caregivers and agency, government employees and policy makers.
The course language is English and a high proficiency (European level C1) is necessary.

Meet the IFIC Integrated Care Academy team

Dr Edelweiss Aldasoro

Senior Researcher, Head of the IFIC Integrated Care Academy, Joint Editor in Chief of IJIC

International Foundation for Integrated Care (IFIC)

David Linnane

Communications Officer

International Foundation for Integrated Care (IFIC)

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Shreya Chhugani

Junior Analyst / Operations Assistant

International Foundation for Integrated Care (IFIC)

Niamh Daly Day

Digital Communications Officer

International Foundation for Integrated Care (IFIC)