Diploma in Travel Health | Online Professional Course | LSTM
Course typeProfessional diplomaDirector of StudiesKathryn NottLocationOnlineStart date21 September 2026Mode of studyFlexibly, onlineDuration9 months (flexible)Home fee£3,191International. . .
Course typeProfessional diplomaDirector of StudiesKathryn NottLocationOnlineStart date21 September 2026Mode of studyFlexibly, onlineDuration9 months (flexible)Home fee£3,191International fee£3,191OverviewOurDiploma in Travel Healthwill support you to confidently assess, advise and manage travel health needs. Developed in partnership with the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC), the course combines flexible online delivery with evidence-based learning and practical tools. General nurses, pharmacists, doctors and expedition medics. Travel health practitioners and immunisation specialists. “Whether you’re new to travel health or looking to deepen your knowledge, this course offers the structure, support and credibility to elevate your work. ”Kathryn Nott, Director of studiesStudy at your own pace through on-demand learning blocks. Learn from NaTHNaC-aligned specialists and experienced tutors. Gain practical skills in travel risk assessment, vaccine prescribing and malaria advice. Join a community of travel health professionals across the globe. Choose a full diploma or study modules individually as CPD. “Because its delivered entirely online, you can fit your studies around a busy working schedule. You can study whenever it’s convenient, from anywhere in the world. It’s a great opportunity to specialise and support people to travel safely. ”This is a modular, online course. It can be studied flexibly over 6-24 months. Each module runs for 3-4 weeks. Study 10-15 hours per week at your own pace. Content includes video lectures, group activities, discussion forums and reflective tasksYou can access all content on-demand using your personalised virtual learning environment (VLE), with peer collaboration and tutor support throughout. Conduct detailed travel health risk assessments and consultations. Recommend vaccines and antimalarials based on current guidance. Understand key hazards and offer practical prevention advice. Use online tools to prepare patient group directions (PGDs). Apply good governance and safety in your clinical decision making. Travel clinics and general practice. Public and private sector health services. Remote expedition medicine, humanitarian health, or global health programmes. The programme is aligned with Royal College of Nursing core competencies and supports professional development and employment in travel health. AcademicA recognised healthcare qualification in nursing, pharmacy, medicine, expedition medicine or similar. ProfessionalRegistration with a recognised professional body in your country of practice. Experience in immunisation or working towards immunisation training standards. Fees and funding£3,191£3,191How to applyYou can apply for a course at any time throughout the year using our online application portal, MyLSTM. You will need to register for an account the first time or if you’ve already created an account you can pick up where you left off by logging in directly toMyLSTM. By registering for a MyLSTM account, you will be able to:Apply for courses at LSTM. Upload supporting documentation. Save your draft application. Accept an offer to study. Keep your account information up-to-date. If you can’t access our online application form, pleaseget in touch. Paper application forms are available on request. Get study updatesSign up for the latest on scholarships, application deadlines, events and new course launches. We’ll keep it relevant, and you can unsubscribe at any time.