Advanced Diploma in Medical Law

INTRODUCTION

This course provides a comprehensive overview of Medical Law with a focus on both domestic and European in that area. Participants will develop an understanding of the practical application of Medical Law principles, the legal obligations on medical professionals and regulatory practice.

Medical practitioners should note that this course has been approved for 15 external CPD credits by the College of Psychiatrists in Ireland, on the basis of full attendance and completion of the course. External CPD credits approved by the medical training bodies in Ireland (College of Psychiatrists, Royal College of Physicians, College of Anaesthetists and Irish College of General Practitioners) benefit from mutual recognition and approval between those bodies.

PROGRAMME AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

This course aims to inform participants about the legal environment surrounding the medical professions in Ireland. In particular, participants will:

1. Develop a critical understanding of the theories, concepts, principles and policies underpinning medical law in Ireland;
2. Examine the legal framework in which medicine is carried out and consider its implication for clinical practice;
3. Identify situations which may give rise to legal claims;
4. Describe and explain the current legal issues affecting clinical practise and hospital management;
5. Examine the role of different actors and bodies in regulating the health care professions;
6. Use legal terminology relating to this area of the law competently and correctly;
7. Describe and explain key principles in this area;
8. Debate potential legislative reforms in this area
9. Identify factual, legal and practical issues arising in the context of a problem question scenario;
10. Formulate and present written and oral arguments.