Program Overview

This program, provided by The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, offers a comprehensive exploration of Infectious Diseases, led by esteemed specialists in the field. It delivers an unparalleled online education experience, integrating self-directed and tutor-led learning methods. Participants benefit from weekly synchronous tutorials, interactive content, and reflective exercises. The program management team ensures optimal engagement and success rates through dedicated mentorship and support. Join this dynamic program to deepen your understanding of infectious diseases and gain valuable insights into their monitoring, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Online

Royal College of Physicians of Ireland

February, June, and October

9 months

• Evidence of proficiency in the English language

• You must be a qualified doctor, nurse, midwife or pharmacist

Requirement

Tuition Fee

£3,600

Course Type

Professional Diploma

Modules

Module 1

• Introduction to Infectious Diseases

• Bacteriology and Gram-Positive Infections

• Bacteriology – Gram-Negative Infections

• Virology

• Mycology & Parasitology

• Maternal Infections

• Introduction to Childhood Infectious Diseases

• Childhood Infectious Syndromes

• Sepsis –pathogenesis, guidelines​

• Introduction to HIV

Module 2

• Central nervous system (CNS) infections

• Gastrointestinal/hepatobiliary (GI) infections

• Renal infections

• Skin & Soft Tissue

• Bone

• Viral Respiratory Infections

• COVID-19

• Bacterial Respiratory Infections

• Sexual Health

Module 3

• Public Health

• Global Health

• Vaccines and prevention

• Travel Health

• Antimicrobial stewardship

• Special Populations: Social Exclusion, Homelessness, and Addiction 

• Special Populations: Migrants, Women and Children

• Tropical Infections: the Americas and Africa

• Tropical Infections: Asia and Oceania

• HIV Prevention & Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

Innovative world-class study experience

Embark on The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland's Professional Diploma in Infectious Diseases, offering affordable tuition and flexible payment plans. Led by world-leading specialists, this transformative program provides rich, innovative content accessible anytime, anywhere. Designed for busy clinicians, it fosters optimal skill development in Infectious Disease Management. The course equips early-stage physicians to secure consultancy positions and supports established physicians in expanding their roles. Experience a high-caliber learning environment tailored to meet the demands of modern healthcare professionals.

Who is the course aimed at?

The nine-month Professional Diploma in Infectious Diseases from The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, offered online in collaboration with iheed, is tailored for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their understanding and practical skills in infectious disease management. This program is designed for physicians, nurses, midwives, pharmacists, epidemiologists, and clinical microbiologists involved in patient care.

Why Royal College of Physicians of Ireland?

• Helping doctors reach their full potential since 1654

• Largest postgraduate medical college in Ireland

• Prestigious world-recognised brand