Expert guidance on ethical issues in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

This course covers ethical issues related to Obstetrics and Gynaecology, including human reproduction and prenatal diagnosis.

This course, together with Ethics Foundation, comprise the entire ethics programme for HST in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

About this course

This is a blended learning programme which consists of online content and virtual tutorials.

You must complete the online content before attending the tutorial.

The tutorial element of this course covers the ethical and legal issues faced by those working in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. 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.

Format of course delivery

This is a blended learning programme. There are three units to complete:

1. Ethics for Obstetrics and Gynaecology online unit – Available in RCPI Brightspace, 1 hour
2. Ethics for Obstetrics and Gynaecology case study review and completion- Available in RCPI Brightspace, 1 hour
3. Ethics for Obstetrics and Gynaecology tutorial – Takes place virtually via Zoom, 2.5 hours

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.

 
What you will learn

By the end of this course you should be able to

• Make better ethical decisions
• Break bad news in an ethical way
• Manage prenatal diagnosis and reproduction issues
• Connect guidelines and principles to their day-to-day practice
• Gain the skills required to navigate ethical dilemmas you may encounter in the future