An online introduction to the health economics landscape in Ireland

Suitable for all doctors with an interest in health economics

Health Economics aims to inform decision-makers so that the choices they make maximise the health benefits of the population. It is not concerned with saving money but with maximising the health of the population within the available resources.

In Ireland, the decisions of the Government and Health Service Executive are impacted by several external economic factors, and we will explore some of them here to understand the conditions in which decisions must be made.

This course will provide you with a foundational understanding of economic concepts as they apply to healthcare.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this 3 hour course you will be able to:

• Understand some basic economic concepts
• Understand some basic economic concepts
• Apply economic principles to healthcare
• Consider various factors in healthcare decision-making
• Evaluate healthcare interventions from an economic perspective and appraise economic evaluations

This online course is mandatory for Higher Specialist Trainees in Public Health Medicine and is suitable for all doctors with an interest in health economics.

When you book this course it will be available to you in our elearning environment RCPI Brightspace for 12 months.