Professional Diploma in

Dermatology
Professional Diploma in Dermatology is a Royal College of Physicians
of Ireland programme, delivered in conjunction with iheed
About The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland
Established in 1654, The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is a postgraduate
medical training college dedicated to ensuring that doctors have the skills to provide
patients with the best possible care.
RCPI offers training programmes, examinations, diplomas and CPD courses to equip doctors with the
skills and knowledge they need to care for patients and run safe and efficient healthcare systems.

RCPI MISSION
is to train, educate and continuously develop doctors for current and future world health
needs. Our vision is to lead excellence and quality in medical practice through world-
class training, education and healthcare improvements in Ireland and internationally.

About this programme Who is the programme › Take a focused dermatological

This Royal College of Physicians
of Ireland Professional Diploma in
Dermatology delivered by iheed,
is a new 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.
aimed at?
The programme is aimed at nurses,
pharmacists, general practitioners,
family physicians, those at the
beginning of specialty training.
This programme is ideal for the
following:
› General Internalists
› Registered Nurses
› Pharmacists
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.

› Family Doctors who want to › Investigate, conceptualize and solve

The programme emphasizes a patient
centered approach to clinical decision
making in dermatology. It provides
a supportive, richly informative, and
accessible educational opportunity
for healthcare professionals
wishing to upskill or refresh their
understanding and management
of common dermatological
presentations.
The programme aims to develop
clinically focused diagnostic skills
through the use of interactive patient
cases. It allows for opportunities
to practice and develop diagnostic
skills in a highly engaging format.
It enhances the skills required to
identify important clinical features
to develop a diagnosis and formulate
effective management plans for
patients.
This programme is designed to give
healthcare professionals a deeper
understanding of dermatological
conditions, with a focus on diagnosing
and managing common skin diseases,
complementing clinical exposure in
community or hospital healthcare.
improve and demonstrate their diagnostic problems integrating
knowledge and interest in the history and clinical features
dermatology of a wide range of common
› Family Medicine Trainees dermatological conditions.
› Those considering or at the › Analyse the criteria for diagnostic
beginning of Dermatology specialist and management decisions in
training in Dermatology. clinical dermatology, advising
colleagues as to appropriate
clinical care using sound scientific
What will you gain from principles and best available
the programme? evidence.
› Identify when a patient presents
Upon completion of this programme, with a less common condition
you will:
or presents with features which
require special management and
› Be awarded a Professional Diploma in
onward referral.
Dermatology from Royal College of
Physicians of Ireland.
› Have enhanced confidence in the
diagnosis, treatment, management
and care of skin conditions.
› Have exposure to research and
current scientific evidence relating
to Dermatology.
› Have access to an evolving
community of global leaders in
Dermatology.
 How will this programme be What does the programme cover?
delivered:
PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA MODULES
This interactive programme will be delivered
fully online through a stimulating learning MODULE 1 (10 ECTS)
environment
that has:
Block I
› Rich engaging and interactive content
designed to maximise interaction 1. Eczema
› Tutor moderated discussion forums
2. Psoriasis
› Live weekly online tutorials
3. Acne/Rosacea
› Interactive case based learning
4. Patient Factors
› Access to an extensive online library, journals
and formularies 5. ‘The red face’

› A team of worldwide distinguished experts in Block II

dermatology
› Small group sizes 6. Itch and Urticaria

› Online examinations 7. Blistering skin disease

8. The skin in systemic disease
9. The skin in connective tissue disease
10. ‘Red legs’

MODULE 2 (10 ECTS)

Block III

11. Drug eruptions and emergencies

12. Skin infections and infestations
This programme is provided by the
Royal College of Physicians of Ireland 13. Paediatric dermatology
in collaboration with iheed, a leading
14. Safeguarding
medical education organisation.
15. ‘The red all over patient’

Block IV
Duration:
16. Oral dermatology
The programme is 9 months long and will cover
a wide range of topics in Dermatology 17. Genital dermatology
18. ‘The itchy vulva’
Programme Entry Requirements:
Applicants must: MODULE 3 (10 ECTS)
› Be a qualified nurse, pharmacist or physician
registered with an appropriate professional Block V
body.
19. Non-pigmented lesions
› Have an appropriate standard of English
language proficiency. 20. Pigmented lesions
21. Hair and pigment
22. Cosmetic dermatology and the aging face

Block VI

23. Skin and Psyche

24. Human Factors
Register your interest at
dermatology@iheed.org 25. Advanced Therapeutics
26. Dermatological Horizons
 Who is iheed?
iheed is leading the way in delivering high-quality online medical education. Built by doctors and
healthcare professionals, we have over 30,000 users across the globe, and believe that effective,
accessible medical education is the key to providing better health outcomes worldwide. iheed is
a division of Cambridge Education Group.

Since 1952, Cambridge Education Group has been delivering the highest quality academic
programmes, providing a valuable stepping-stone for thousands of students to progress onto
the world’s leading universities and maximise their career opportunities.

This programme is suitable for busy
clinicians who want to gain knowledge
and improve our quality service to our
patients. The programme has valuable
notes, great discussion among colleagues
around the world, and superb tutors.
Dr Kausar Ahmad Rodzi
GP, Malaysia
With the increased need for skincare
in our working environment and the
abundance of work opportunities locally
and internationally, the diploma in
dermatology from iheed will enhance
my skills and provide an immense
opportunity to progress in my career.
Nusrat Altaf
Family Physician, Saudi Arabia

Interested?
Get in contact today at
dermatology@iheed.org

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