This course covers ethical issues related to Paediatrics, including working with parents, consent to treatment and withdrawal of artificial nutrition and hydration.
This course, together with Ethics Foundation, comprise the entire ethics programme for HST in Paediatrics.
This is a blended learning programme which consists of online content and virtual tutorials. This course is available for all NCHDs. The course certificate is recognised as equivalent to the HST mandatory for those applying for the Specialist Division Register (SDR).
You must complete the online content before attending the tutorial.
The tutorial element of this course covers the ethical and legal scenarios faced by those working in Paediatrics. Case studies will be available on RCPI Brightspace in advance of the tutorial. It is important to complete your required case studies in advance of your tutorial as the tutorial builds on your completed work.
This is a blended learning programme. There are three units to complete:
A laptop, PC or tablet with a strong and stable internet connection is required. Participants should not use their mobile phones.
Please note: Participants must be available throughout the full duration of the tutorial and cannot be working while attending the virtual tutorial. Participants are required to have their camera on for the duration of the tutorial. Participants need to access Brightspace to complete the online content. Pre-course work must be completed on Brightspace in advance of the virtual tutorial.
By the end of this course you should be able to
