9 months of self-guided learning leading to an RCPI Professional Diploma in Dermatology

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About This Diploma

Dermatological concerns are one of the most common presentations in primary care. However, Dermatology has been demonstrated to be much under-represented in the undergraduate curricula of nurses, doctors, pharmacists and other healthcare workers. This Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Professional Diploma in Dermatology delivered in conjunction with iheed, is a 9-month online learning programme, designed specifically to cater for busy healthcare professionals. Drawing on the expertise of national and international experts in dermatology, this programme provides learners with advanced knowledge and skills to ensure the confident treatment of skin conditions.

Who Is This Programme Aimed At?

This popular dermatology diploma course emphasises a patient centred approach to clinical decision making in dermatology. It provides a supportive, richly informative, enjoyable and accessible educational opportunity for healthcare professionals wishing to upskill or refresh their understanding and management of common dermatological presentations. A degree awarded from a recognised institution.

• • Evidence of proficiency in the English language
• • Full employment in a medical practice for the duration of the programme
• • Be a qualified nurse, pharmacist or physician registered with an appropriate professional body.

What Will You Learn?

This programme provides comprehensive training in child-centred medical care of infants, children and young people.

By the end of the Programme, participants will be able to:

• • Take a focused dermatological history and develop a comprehensive and structured approach to the examination of a patient with a skin concern.
• • Identify important clinical features and utilize a systematic approach to developing a diagnosis.
• • Describe the pathogenesis of acute and common dermatological presentations to help explain the diagnosis to patients.
• • Investigate, conceptualise, and solve diagnostic problems integrating the history and clinical features of a wide range of common dermatological conditions.
• • Analyse the criteria for diagnostic and management decisions in clinical dermatology, advising colleagues as to appropriate clinical care using sound scientific principles and best available evidence.

What to Expect

This programme blends self-directed learning with tutor-led team-based learning. The course material has been designed by RCPI and is delivered online by iheed.

Throughout the course, you'll engage in:

• • Online self-guided content
• • Weekly online live tutorials
• • Tutor-moderated discussion forums
• • Interactive case studies
• • Reflective exercises
• • Online assessments

On successful completion of the full programme, you will be awarded a Diploma in Dermatology by the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland.

Programme Benefits

• • Graduates receive a diploma from the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland
• • Graduates are tutored by internationally renowned experts in Dermatology
• • Designed and delivered by world-leading experts in Dermatology
• • No need to take time away from work or travel to a classroom
• • Weekly interactive online tutorials with our expert faculty
• • Approved for 55 Continuing Professional Development/CME credits
• • Available anytime, anywhere, on any device

About iHeed

Dublin-headquartered iheed Health Training Limited is a successful medical education technology organisation that partners with medical universities and postgraduate training bodies to reach doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals all around the world. It delivers postgraduate medical qualifications for healthcare professionals that improve their ability to deliver healthcare while enhancing their career prospects and global mobility.

How To Register

To register your interest, please contact iheed