I completed the Diploma in Nursing Studies, does it mean that I am a nurse?

Alison's courses focus on basic skills-based workplace learning, and our Certificate courses typically take 2-3 hours to complete, while Diploma courses take around 15 hours. The Diploma in Nursing studies is a great introduction to nursing, but it cannot be compared to a formal, accredited qualification of a Registered Nurse, which usually requires a degree and may take 3-4 years to complete in most countries. The knowledge and skills gained through Alison's courses can still be valuable and may assist you in your application to accredited nursing programmes, or in pursuing related healthcare roles. It's essential to check the specific entry requirements of individual colleges or employers to determine how Alison's courses can support your career in nursing.

Are Alison courses accredited/recognised?

Continuing Professional Development, or CPD, is the process of continually developing or maintaining your professional skills. CPD helps individuals focus on how they can become a more competent and effective professional. Due to our rigorous publishing review process, courses on Alison are now being accredited by CPD UK, an independent organisation. Accredited CPD training means the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks, and the learning value has been scrutinised to ensure integrity and quality. This CPD Certification Service provides recognised independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD requirements. This means a certificate from a course on Alison can now be used as part of your CPD requirements (please check with your organisation’s guidelines). You can find out more about Alison accreditation here .

What courses have free Certificates?

Below is a list of our courses that offer a free Digital Certificate: Back Care and Manual Handling (Theory) Understanding the Ebola Virus: History, Treatment and Prevention - Revised Microsoft Excel 2010 - Revised 2017 Microsoft Access 2010 - Revised 2017 Microsoft Word 2010 - Revised 2017 Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 - Revised 2018 Microsoft Office 2010 - Revised 2018 Introduction to E-learning theory and practice Coronavirus - What you need to know

How do I download my Learner Record?

All Alison courses are completely free to study and complete. After completing a course, you will be offered the choice to purchase a Certificate or Diploma. Paying for a certificate is completely optional. You can download your free Learner Record or Learner Verifications, which acts as proof of the courses you have completed on Alison. Your Learner Record includes all your completed and started courses. It also shows your Total Study Time for all these courses. Learner Verifications is the document that shows the stats for chosen courses only. To download your Learner Record , simply go to Settings and click Download in the Learner Record box, as per the screenshot below: To download your free Learner Achievement Verification for a specific course, please choose the Learner Verification widget: Find the course and click on the green Learner Verification button: The new page will show detailed information of the course, your study time for that course and your final score. To download the file, please click on Print a copy as shown below:

I completed the Diploma in Nursing Studies, does it mean that I am a nurse?

Alison's courses focus on basic skills-based workplace learning, and our Certificate courses typically take 2-3 hours to complete, while Diploma courses take around 15 hours. The Diploma in Nursing studies is a great introduction to nursing, but it cannot be compared to a formal, accredited qualification of a Registered Nurse, which usually requires a degree and may take 3-4 years to complete in most countries. The knowledge and skills gained through Alison's courses can still be valuable and may assist you in your application to accredited nursing programmes, or in pursuing related healthcare roles. It's essential to check the specific entry requirements of individual colleges or employers to determine how Alison's courses can support your career in nursing.

Are Alison courses accredited/recognised?

Continuing Professional Development, or CPD, is the process of continually developing or maintaining your professional skills. CPD helps individuals focus on how they can become a more competent and effective professional. Due to our rigorous publishing review process, courses on Alison are now being accredited by CPD UK, an independent organisation. Accredited CPD training means the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks, and the learning value has been scrutinised to ensure integrity and quality. This CPD Certification Service provides recognised independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD requirements. This means a certificate from a course on Alison can now be used as part of your CPD requirements (please check with your organisation’s guidelines). You can find out more about Alison accreditation here .

What courses have free Certificates?

Below is a list of our courses that offer a free Digital Certificate: Back Care and Manual Handling (Theory) Understanding the Ebola Virus: History, Treatment and Prevention - Revised Microsoft Excel 2010 - Revised 2017 Microsoft Access 2010 - Revised 2017 Microsoft Word 2010 - Revised 2017 Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 - Revised 2018 Microsoft Office 2010 - Revised 2018 Introduction to E-learning theory and practice Coronavirus - What you need to know

How do I download my Learner Record?

All Alison courses are completely free to study and complete. After completing a course, you will be offered the choice to purchase a Certificate or Diploma. Paying for a certificate is completely optional. You can download your free Learner Record or Learner Verifications, which acts as proof of the courses you have completed on Alison. Your Learner Record includes all your completed and started courses. It also shows your Total Study Time for all these courses. Learner Verifications is the document that shows the stats for chosen courses only. To download your Learner Record , simply go to Settings and click Download in the Learner Record box, as per the screenshot below: To download your free Learner Achievement Verification for a specific course, please choose the Learner Verification widget: Find the course and click on the green Learner Verification button: The new page will show detailed information of the course, your study time for that course and your final score. To download the file, please click on Print a copy as shown below:

How do I unsubscribe from Alison mailing lists?

If you would like to unsubscribe from our marketing emails, we understand! However, please consider that when you do this, you will miss out on our Sale updates that are sent out via email, and you may miss out on a discounted offer. If you would still like to unsubscribe, here is how you can go about doing so. I access Alison via my computer: To unsubscribe from Alison emails, simply log in to your Alison account and head to your Account Settings . There, you'll find the Email Subscriptions section where you can easily manage your preferences. <img src="https://downloads.intercomcdn.com/i/o/iddgh1w2/1561793700/5ed2adab36ec737f32622c33adbb/AD_4nXe9EYCjMPcS-cJfoKZmDBbLEdb6DeLSzW5ABKibZR8pd7N9z5WGnqUsZedLURhlMGmW4Xm44EzKYD22Dy5Ona47mC3VUy3Ax_PSca-A_VyG07Z-U9sxkz09Na08Jj9dJHf0aQEH?expires=1789257600&signature=3db83f9eb020e0010c037e825cfb4040bef01fcca370b9ea20ae7fa0b831d046&req=dSUhF853noZfWfMW3nq%2BgaW3QH9yojLdSNI%2Fhw62P3gUSzVwudA7h3ALDc7r%0ATcjgOdZpdZfogEXUx6qI2LHg924%3D%0A" width="450"> On the page that opens, you can choose which types of emails you'd like to receive or unsubscribe from specific mailing lists. <img src="https://downloads.intercomcdn.com/i/o/iddgh1w2/1561793701/16dd42bb071553aaf1cd97ade335/AD_4nXc7ddiSuP9VrKAfTksZBkfaa1b-mOy0wB6sjWtZun3CZiNuiMMTUIbnoM5SlvynAuH7Uta7BwVCPuSLaYtNw2bhQuIsZMJTgAyPgVdcfv0UBXbvFkDSVEVyOD5foSpya73IssvJ?expires=1789257600&signature=7c15f55cea9f04abe5bdab986dd95a95a75e23ad299afd296ce47db45c033755&req=dSUhF853noZfWPMW3nq%2BgT8EmZe3uU%2Bn3SFsj%2FXf3jfTjEqxrhpX%2BXAr2Ktv%0As%2FSSsQ9AV%2B3IsN4UfdoHBnNSI3Y%3D%0A" width="600"> I access Alison via my Mobile Browser: To unsubscribe from Alison emails, simply log in to your Alison account and head to your Account Settings . There, you'll find the Email Subscriptions section where you can easily manage your preferences. <img src="https://downloads.intercomcdn.com/i/o/iddgh1w2/1561793898/8e58554c3104db4313f4542af039/AD_4nXe9EYCjMPcS-cJfoKZmDBbLEdb6DeLSzW5ABKibZR8pd7N9z5WGnqUsZedLURhlMGmW4Xm44EzKYD22Dy5Ona47mC3VUy3Ax_PSca-A_VyG07Z-U9sxkz09Na08Jj9dJHf0aQEH?expires=1789257600&signature=1e7f2d5a7824018748d743e9034746a6e343b0eef0a556ae07fe72f14e54209c&req=dSUhF853nolWUfMW3nq%2Bgb2GdZK9DXugL0Zksd4a5H3NR%2BuiaxzlQZXAzROb%0AJNjRcKyRGzI55BqrXiiS3QwdEp8%3D%0A" width="450"> On the page that opens, you can choose which types of emails you'd like to receive or unsubscribe from specific mailing lists. I access Alison via App: This feature is not available in the Alison App yet. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. However, we are doing everything we can to bring it to you as soon as possible. For now, you can unsubscribe from marketing emails by logging into your account via a web browser.

What information can other users see on my profile?

All Alison learner Profiles are set to private by default. This means that your friends, family, or potential employers will not be able to find your Profile if they search for you. However, many Alison learners have chosen to make their Alison Profiles visible. You can too! It’s a great way to showcase your skills and achievements to recruiters worldwide. I access Alison via my computer: To change your Profile settings, simply login to your Alison account and go to your Profile . Toggle the button in the Public Profile box to make it either private or public, as shown in the screenshot below. I access Alison via my Mobile Browser: To change your profile settings, simply login to your Alison account and go to your Profile . Toggle the button in the Public Profile box to make it either private or public, as shown in the screenshot below. I access Alison via App: This feature is not available in the Alison App yet. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. However, we are doing everything we can to bring it to you as soon as possible. For now, you can make your Alison Profile visible by logging into your account via a web browser.

How to change the language on Alison?

You can use the Alison website in different languages. To change the language, click on Language icon next to your profile icon, and choose your preferred language. The Alison App is available in English only. We will definitely try to incorporate new languages during the next phases of the app development.

How do I add or change my profile picture?

Adding or changing your profile picture is an easy process and can be done in a few steps. I access Alison via my computer: Login to your Alison account and go to your Dashboard . Click on your profile photo icon and select Change Photo as shown in the screenshot below. Find the image you want to use as your profile picture and select Open . The image will be automatically updated in your Profile. I access Alison via my Mobile Browser: Login to your Alison account and select your Profile . Look for your name at the top of the page, and click on the pen icon as shown in the screenshot below. Click on your profile photo icon and select Change Photo as shown in the screenshot below. Find the image you want to use as your profile picture and select Open . The image will be automatically updated in your Profile. I access Alison via App: We apologise that this feature is not yet available in the App. However, we are doing everything we can to bring it to you as soon as possible. For now, you can update your profile picture by logging into your account via a web browser. Help recruiters find you! Make your Alison Profile visible online and showcase your skills and achievements to recruiters worldwide.

Where is my order/certificate?

Your parchment order is sent by Royal Mail to your country and then it is delivered locally by your National Postal Service. Your National Postal Service should be able to scan the package and contact you regarding delivery. It will be the responsibility of your National Postal Service to contact you if they cannot make the delivery. Please note that some countries may require up to 28 working days for shipping. If you cannot find a delivery record and it has been over 28 working days, then we would advise that you contact your National Postal Service directly. They will be able to advise if your order was delivered, if it’s still in transit or if it has been returned to us for any reason.

How long does it take to receive my Certificate?

If you purchase a Digital Certificate or Diploma, you will be able to download it directly from your Dashboard, once your payment has been finalised. If you purchase a printed Certificate or Diploma, the delivery time depends on the destination country and your National Post work. We use Royal Mail to send packages from the United Kingdom to your country. Then, your local National Postal Service will deliver the package to the address you provided. The Royal Mail delivery to countries within Europe usually takes 5-10 working days. For countries outside Europe, delivery is usually around 10-14 working days. The National Postal Service in each country will then arrange local delivery. We suggest you allow up to 28 working days for delivery.

How can I redeem my pre-purchased Digital Certificate or Diploma?

Once you've pre-ordered your Digital Certificate or Diploma, all that’s left is to complete your course. As soon as you finish, you’ll be able to download your certificate right away from your Dashboard . Just follow the step-by-step instructions in the article to access your well-earned certificate! Please note: Once you pre-purchase a certificate or diploma, it will be linked to the course you've already started. If you decide to switch to a different course after making the purchase, just contact our Support Team for assistance — we're happy to help!

What is Alison pre-purchase offer?

We offer a limited time pre-purchase discount on our Digital Certificates and Diplomas. This offer expires after 1 hour so you’ll need to act fast if you want to snag it! With this offer, you will get 20% off on your Digital Certificate or Diploma purchase. Once you've started a course, you're eligible to pre-purchase a certificate or diploma for that course at a discounted price. There's no deadline to complete the course – your pre-purchased item will stay on your account until you're ready to redeem it. Please note: Once you pre-purchase a certificate or diploma, it will be linked to the course you've already started. If you decide to switch to a different course after making the purchase, just contact our Support Team for assistance — we're happy to help! If you missed the offer, don't worry! Keep learning, and you'll have more opportunities to get discounts on Certificates. We regularly have sales on our website, so make sure to check your emails for updates on our next sale.

How can I redeem an Alison Gift Card?

To redeem a Gift Card on Alison, you must have an active account and have successfully completed a Certificate or Diploma course. Once you receive the Gift Card, it can be used via the Alison Shop . A banner will appear in the shop indicating the Gift Card is available. If you’ve completed multiple courses, click “Claim now” to see eligible ones. Select a course, and the Gift Card will be automatically applied. Complete the checkout, and download your certificate or diploma from your Dashboard . It is important to note that Digital Certificates can only be redeemed against successfully completed Certificate courses, and Digital Diplomas can only be redeemed against successfully completed Diploma courses. A course is successfully completed after a user has progressed through all the course content and passed the associated assessments.

How do I purchase a gift Card?

Whether you're looking to gift a loved one the opportunity to advance their career or encourage them to explore a new hobby, an Alison Gift Card is the perfect choice. You can purchase a Digital Certificate or Diploma for a family member or friend. An ideal gift for students, professionals, and lifelong learners who want to achieve their educational goals. Complete your purchase in 3 easy steps: Choose Gift Card Design Simply choose one of the popular Gift Card designs or click View More to see other designs. You can also choose to Create Your Own Gift Card: We actively add new designs, so explore them all to find the perfect one for you. Enter Receiver Details Firstly, show the certificate type that you wish to present. We have 2 course types : certificate and diploma. Depending on the course type completed, after graduation users can claim their Certificate or Diploma. Next, include the recipient’s name, a personal message or greeting, and your own name. These details will make your gift more meaningful and uniquely tailored to the person receiving it. Personalising your gift card adds a thoughtful touch and lets the recipient know it was chosen especially for them. Lastly, choose the date and time when you wish to deliver your gift card. Note that the date and time is based on the purchaser’s timezone, not the receiver’s, so keep this in mind if you are scheduling the email. Complete the order Once you have completed these details click Proceed to Gift The Alison Gift Card will be sent to the recipient via email, instantly or on a scheduled date of your choosing. Please note: Alison Gift Cards are non-refundable .

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Where is my order/certificate?
Your parchment order is sent by Royal Mail to your country and then it is delivered locally by your National Postal Service.
Your National Postal Service should be able to scan the package and contact you regarding delivery. It will be the responsibility of your National Postal Service to contact you if they cannot make the delivery.
Please note that some countries may require up to 28 working days for shipping.
If you cannot find a delivery record and it has been over 28 working days, then we would advise that you contact your National Postal Service directly. They will be able to advise if your order was delivered, if it’s still in transit or if it has been returned to us for any reason.
How long does it take to receive my Certificate?
If you purchase a Digital Certificate or Diploma, you will be able to download it directly from your Dashboard, once your payment has been finalised.
If you purchase a printed Certificate or Diploma, the delivery time depends on the destination country and your National Post work.
We use Royal Mail to send packages from the United Kingdom to your country. Then, your local National Postal Service will deliver the package to the address you provided.
The Royal Mail delivery to countries within Europe usually takes 5-10 working days. For countries outside Europe, delivery is usually around 10-14 working days. The National Postal Service in each country will then arrange local delivery. We suggest you allow up to 28 working days for delivery.
How can I redeem my pre-purchased Digital Certificate or Diploma?
Once you've pre-ordered your Digital Certificate or Diploma, all that’s left is to complete your course. As soon as you finish, you’ll be able to download your certificate right away from your Dashboard.
Just follow the step-by-step instructions in the article to access your well-earned certificate!
Please note: Once you pre-purchase a certificate or diploma, it will be linked to the course you've already started. If you decide to switch to a different course after making the purchase, just contact our Support Team for assistance — we're happy to help!
What is Alison pre-purchase offer?
We offer a limited time pre-purchase discount on our Digital Certificates and Diplomas. This offer expires after 1 hour so you’ll need to act fast if you want to snag it! With this offer, you will get 20% off on your Digital Certificate or Diploma purchase.
Once you've started a course, you're eligible to pre-purchase a certificate or diploma for that course at a discounted price. There's no deadline to complete the course – your pre-purchased item will stay on your account until you're ready to redeem it.
Please note: Once you pre-purchase a certificate or diploma, it will be linked to the course you've already started. If you decide to switch to a different course after making the purchase, just contact our Support Team for assistance — we're happy to help!
If you missed the offer, don't worry! Keep learning, and you'll have more opportunities to get discounts on Certificates. We regularly have sales on our website, so make sure to check your emails for updates on our next sale.
How can I redeem an Alison Gift Card?
To redeem a Gift Card on Alison, you must have an active account and have successfully completed a Certificate or Diploma course.
Once you receive the Gift Card, it can be used via the Alison Shop. A banner will appear in the shop indicating the Gift Card is available. If you’ve completed multiple courses, click “Claim now” to see eligible ones.
Select a course, and the Gift Card will be automatically applied.
Complete the checkout, and download your certificate or diploma from your Dashboard.
It is important to note that Digital Certificates can only be redeemed against successfully completed Certificate courses, and Digital Diplomas can only be redeemed against successfully completed Diploma courses. A course is successfully completed after a user has progressed through all the course content and passed the associated assessments.
How do I purchase a gift Card?
Whether you're looking to gift a loved one the opportunity to advance their career or encourage them to explore a new hobby, an Alison Gift Card is the perfect choice. You can purchase a Digital Certificate or Diploma for a family member or friend. An ideal gift for students, professionals, and lifelong learners who want to achieve their educational goals.
Complete your purchase in 3 easy steps:
Choose Gift Card Design
Simply choose one of the popular Gift Card designs or click View More to see other designs. You can also choose to Create Your Own Gift Card:
We actively add new designs, so explore them all to find the perfect one for you.
Enter Receiver Details
Firstly, show the certificate type that you wish to present. We have 2 course types: certificate and diploma. Depending on the course type completed, after graduation users can claim their Certificate or Diploma.
Next, include the recipient’s name, a personal message or greeting, and your own name. These details will make your gift more meaningful and uniquely tailored to the person receiving it. Personalising your gift card adds a thoughtful touch and lets the recipient know it was chosen especially for them.
Lastly, choose the date and time when you wish to deliver your gift card. Note that the date and time is based on the purchaser’s timezone, not the receiver’s, so keep this in mind if you are scheduling the email.
Complete the order
Once you have completed these details click Proceed to Gift
The Alison Gift Card will be sent to the recipient via email, instantly or on a scheduled date of your choosing.
Please note: Alison Gift Cards are non-refundable.