An introduction to health research
About This Course
Research is an important aspect of medical training. Completing a piece of research gives you a thorough understanding of evidence-based clinical practice, research methodology and critical thinking. It also demonstrates your ability to finish tasks and balance the conflicting pressures of clinical, academic and personal demands.
This one-hour online course, which can be completed any time, provides expert advice on designing a research project. You will be guided through important concepts to be aware of and common pitfalls to consider.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you will be able to:
• Describe and compare the main types of studies used in health research
• Devise a research study protocol
• Appraise systematic reviews and meta-analyses
• Describe the statistical methods used to evaluate study findings in health research
• Perform basic statistical tests
Designed For
This course is mandatory for doctors in Higher Specialist Training and those in their third year of Basic Specialist Training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
When you book this course it will be available to you in our elearning environment RCPI Brightspace for 12 months.
