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 PDF 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 • Alison Publishing Tool Training Course v2 • 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 PDF 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 • Alison Publishing Tool Training Course v2 • 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 download my Digital Certificate?

Once you have completed your purchase, your Digital Certificate/Digital Diploma and Transcript can be downloaded from the Dashboard of your Alison Account. I access Alison via my computer: Expand the Your Completed Courses & Claimed Certificates widget in your Dashboard as shown below: You will then be able to download your Digital Certificate/Diploma and Transcript. I access Alison via my Mobile Browser: Expand the Your Completed Courses & Claimed Certificates widget in your Dashboard as shown below: You will then be able to download your Digital Certificate/Diploma and Transcript. I access Alison via App: Open My Certificates in your Dashboard , as shown in the example below: You will then be able to download your Digital Certificate/Diploma and Transcript. On an Android device, the file will be saved to your “Downloads” folder. If you're using an iOS device, the file will be saved to the “Files” folder.

Can I have my Alison Certificate customised?

Unfortunately, we’re unable to customise Certificates or include additional information. To help ensure the validity and authenticity, Alison Certificates and Diplomas maintain a consistent layout. Please find below a sample of our Certificate, Diploma and Transcript for your reference.

Sample Alison Certificate and Diploma Parchment

To help ensure validity and authenticity, Alison Certificates and Diplomas maintain a consistent layout. Please find below a sample Certificate, Diploma and Transcript for your reference. Alison Certificate Alison Certificate parchments include these enhanced security features: Bespoke micro embossed silver rainbow prismatic foil UV dull watermarked security material with embedded invisible UV fibres Guilloche security patterned background UV invisible ink Sequential stock control numbering on reverse Alison Diploma Alison Diploma parchments include these enhanced security features: Bespoke micro embossed silver rainbow prismatic foil UV dull watermarked security material with embedded invisible UV fibres Guilloche security patterned background UV invisible ink Sequential stock control numbering on reverse Academic Transcript An Alison Academic Transcript is a detailed summary of the course you have completed on Alison. It contains your personal details, the final score you achieved, a course description and the names of the modules that you have completed. It also contains an authentication link to validate your achievement.

How do I get my Certificate?

To fully complete a course, you must study all sections of the course and score at least 80% in each assessment. Check you have completed all the sections in your course by looking for a green tick beside each completed section. Once you have completed your course and passed your assessments, your Certificate will be available to purchase straight from the Shop. How much does it cost? Users can pay a nominal fee to automatically download Digital Certificates or purchase paper or framed Certificates that are shipped via mail. For a more detailed list of the costs, visit the Shop page. You don’t have to purchase a Certificate in order to certify. You can access your Learner Report showing that you have completed the course. How do I claim my Certificates? All learning on Alison is free. After you complete a course, you are given the option to purchase a digital or printed version of your achievement. Purchasing a Certificate is simple. I access Alison via my computer: Step 1. Check your name on the Certificate Start by going to the Shop and checking your name on the Certificate. Please double-check that your name is spelled correctly. If you double-check your spelling now, you'll avoid errors – and the extra costs of making corrections later on! Just click on the Edit Name button to check and update your name: Correct name and click Update : Step 2. Choose the Course You will see a screen showing all your available Certificates. Select the course you want to purchase a Certificate for. Step 3. Choose the Certificate type The next step is to choose the type of Certificate you want to purchase, as shown below. Don’t forget to add any discounts you have in this step before clicking the Next button. Step 4. Payment method The last step is to select your payment method. Choose Credit/Debit Card, Paypal or Bank Transfer. Credit/Debit Card: This is a quick and easy way to pay through the shopping cart in your Alison Account. PayPal: You will be redirected to the PayPal website to confirm your payment (if PayPal is operational in your country). Bank Transfer: Choose I do not have a card or Paypal and reserve the order. You will see bank details for payment on the order confirmation page. We will also send these to you by email. We can help you more quickly if you email your payment receipt to support@alison.com. That way, we can take care of it right away. I access Alison via my Mobile Browser: Step 1. Check your name on the Certificate Start by going to the Shop and checking your name on the Certificate. Please double-check that your name is spelled correctly. If you double-check your spelling now, you'll avoid errors – and the extra costs of making corrections later on! Just click on the Edit Name button to check and update your name: Correct name and click Update : Step 2. Choose the Course You will see a screen showing all your available certificates. Select the course you want to purchase a certificate for. Scroll down to find more completed courses. Step 3. Choose the Certificate type The next step is to choose the type of Certificate you want to purchase, as shown below. Don’t forget to add any discounts you have in this step before clicking the Next button. Step 4. Payment method The last step is to select your payment method. Choose Credit/Debit Card, Paypal or Bank Transfer. Credit/Debit Card: This is a quick and easy way to pay through the shopping cart in your Alison Account. PayPal: You will be redirected to the PayPal website to confirm your payment (if PayPal is operational in your country). Bank Transfer: Choose I do not have a card or Paypal and reserve the order. You will see bank details for payment on the order confirmation page. We will also send these to you by email. We can help you more quickly if you email your payment receipt to support@alison.com. That way, we can take care of it right away. I access Alison via App: Step 1. Choose the Course Start by going to the Shop . You will see a screen showing all your Unclaimed Certificates. Select the course you want to purchase a Certificate for. Step 2. Check your name on the Certificate Please double-check that your name is spelled correctly. If you double-check your spelling now, you'll avoid errors – and the extra costs of making corrections later on! Just click on the Edit Your Name button to check and update your name: Correct name and click Update : Step 3. Choose the Certificate type The next step is to choose the type of Certificate you want to purchase, as shown below. Don’t forget to add any discounts you have in this step before clicking the Next button. Step 4. Payment method The last step is to select your payment method. Depending on the purchased product, there are specific payment options. Digital Certificate or Digital Diploma: ApplePay/GPay: Due to Apple and Google requirements, this is the only option for digital product purchases via the App. If you don't have an ApplePay or GPay account, no worries! You can still purchase your Digital Certificate or Diploma. Just switch to the browser version and you'll be able to use other payment methods. Printed or Framed Certificates: Credit/Debit Card: This is a quick and easy way to pay through the shopping cart in your Alison Account. PayPal: You will be redirected to the PayPal website to confirm your payment (if PayPal is operational in your country). When you place an order for a printed or framed Certificate, please include your complete delivery address. Doing this will help us get your order to you in time. For optimal delivery, we recommend that you also provide a PO Box and Postcode. Validate/verify completed courses The Certificate or Diploma that you purchased from Alison includes a QR Code. Use a QR code scanner on your smartphone or tablet to scan the code and you’ll be redirected to the Alison website where your Certificate will be verified. Your Alison Transcript also includes a link that can be used to verify your achievement.

Is Alison really free?

The good news is that it’s free to learn on Alison! There is no cost for you to study and complete any of the courses offered by Alison. Once you’ve completed a course, you’ll have the option to purchase a printed or digital Certificate. If you don’t purchase a Certificate or Diploma, you can download your free Learner Record. This is official confirmation of the courses you have completed with Alison and the results you have achieved. Your Learner Record can be found in your Profile/Dashboard.

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, login into your Alison account and go to your Account Settings . Use the toggle to unsubscribe from the mailing list, as shown below. I access Alison via my Mobile Browser: To unsubscribe from Alison emails, login into your Alison account and go to your Account Settings . Use the toggle to unsubscribe from the mailing list, as shown 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 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 Visibility 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 Visibility 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 your profile icon, then select Language , 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. If you are interested in Courses on different languages, here is an article on how to find it.

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: Click on Dashboard at the bottom of the page. Choose Profile at the top of the page and Edit Profile , as shown here: To change your profile picture, select Change Profile Photo as shown here: Once you have chosen the image you want as your profile picture, click on the Save Changes button. Help recruiters find you! Make your Alison Profile visible online and showcase your skills and achievements to recruiters worldwide.

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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, login into your Alison account and go to your Account Settings. Use the toggle to unsubscribe from the mailing list, as shown below.
I access Alison via my Mobile Browser:
To unsubscribe from Alison emails, login into your Alison account and go to your Account Settings. Use the toggle to unsubscribe from the mailing list, as shown 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 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 Visibility 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 Visibility 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 your profile icon, then select Language, 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.
If you are interested in Courses on different languages, here is an article on how to find it.
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:
Click on Dashboard at the bottom of the page.
Choose Profile at the top of the page and Edit Profile, as shown here:
To change your profile picture, select Change Profile Photo as shown here:
Once you have chosen the image you want as your profile picture, click on the Save Changes button.
Help recruiters find you! Make your Alison Profile visible online and showcase your skills and achievements to recruiters worldwide.

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