Study Health Professions Education
Designed to empower educators at all levels with essential knowledge and skills, this programme is dedicated to fostering high-quality educational experiences in both academic and clinical settings. Tailored for both seasoned and early-career professionals, it offers a comprehensive pathway to excellence in healthcare education.
Ideal for clinicians from various backgrounds, this programme marks the start of your journey towards educational excellence in healthcare.
Register your interest
Secure your place for the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Professions Education starting in autumn 2024 by completing the form below.
Elevate your teaching with RCSI Online
Learn online at your own pace and secure a highly sought-after skill set that allows you to craft and implement impactful educational strategies for superior patient care.
This one-year, part-time Postgraduate Diploma in Health Professions Education caters specifically to the educational demands of health professionals guiding learners in both clinical and non-clinical settings. Engage in a rich learning environment underpinned by a 'community of inquiry' pedagogical model. This approach fosters collaborative learning alongside peers, seasoned clinicians, and esteemed academics in the field of health professions education.
The curriculum is structured around four essential modules: Introduction to Health Professions Education, which lays the foundational concepts; Principles of Teaching and Learning, focusing on effective educational strategies; Assessment in Health Professions Education, exploring various evaluation methods; and Curriculum Design and Evaluation, aimed at developing comprehensive educational programmes.
Delivered through our online learning platform, the programme ensures flexibility for busy professionals worldwide.
- Price: €6,740
- Duration: 1 year
- Start date: September 2024
- Delivery: Online
- Qualification: PgDip
Apply now to redefine healthcare education
Elevate your teaching
RCSI's Health Professions Education Centre is dedicated to arming health professions educators with cutting-edge, evidence-based teaching strategies.
Join us to:
- Master the core principles and theories in health professions education.
- Harmonise theory with practice for effective learning and assessment strategies.
- Craft curricula tailored to your discipline, incorporating modern teaching methodologies and evaluation techniques.
- Enhance communication and e-moderation skills for engaging online learning experiences.
Embark on this transformative journey with RCSI and become a pivotal figure in shaping future generations in healthcare education.
Hear from our alumni
"I was really impressed by the excellent resources ... RCSI knew how to make it easier for their students. It was a marvellous journey – truly eye-opening and transformative at a personal and professional level."
International expert faculty
Dr Jenny Moffett is the Programme Director for this course and is an educationalist based within RCSI's Health Professions' Education Centre (HPEC).
As part of this role, Jenny supports RCSI faculty development through workshops, online learning and accredited teaching courses.
Your journey ... our promise
Follow in the footsteps of our former graduates who have embraced RCSI's promise to 'lead the world to better health'. These individuals are advancing patient care across geographical boundaries. Watch the video to gain insights into their journeys and contributions.
Begin your journeyWhy RCSI?
Ranked number five in the world for ‘Good Health and Well-being’ in THE Impact Rankings 2024.
Ranked in the Top 200 of the Times Higher Education (THE) Clinical and Health 2024.
Accredited by National University of Ireland and internationally recognised.
International alumni base of 19,000 healthcare professionals and leaders.