University College Dublin - UCD
University College Dublin - UCD
Course Code
X673
Zone
Attendance
Part time

Course Summary

This course provides training for healthcare providers, doctors, dentists, nurses, physiotherapists, radiographers, other healthcare professionals and personnel, hospital managers, clinical risk advisors/managers, hospital managers/directors, administrators and other professionals working directly or indirectly in the fields of patient quality, safety and clinical risk management, and will also be direct professional interest to healthcare lawyers and those involved in claims management.

College Link

University College Dublin - UCD
College Link > X673 - Medico-Legal Aspects of Healthcare

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

Career Sectors

This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.

Entry Requirements

Eligibility criteria:
- Doctors, nurses, dentists, physiotherapists and radiographers must have a minimum of three years’ post qualification experience.
- Other healthcare personnel and professionals must have a basic qualification in one of the health sciences or hold such other qualifications as approved by the School of Medicine and Medical Science and have a minimum of three years’ clinical or healthcare managerial experience or other relevant experience.
- Anyone outside this criteria will be considered on an individual basis by examining qualifications, work experience and suitability

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.
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Application Details

Professional Certificate Medico-Legal Aspects of Healthcare
Click on the www.ucd.ie/apply link and follow the steps outlined.

If you have any problems or queries with the online application process, email: [email protected] or telephone: + 353 1 716 1142 or 1476.

X673 Medico-Legal Aspects of Healthcare Professional Certificate Part-Time
Commencing September 2025
Graduate Taught

Fees

Professional Certificate Medico-Legal Aspects of Healthcare
Click on the www.ucd.ie/apply link and follow the steps outlined.

If you have any problems or queries with the online application process, email: [email protected] or telephone: + 353 1 716 1142 or 1476.

The Student

Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.


Administrative

Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.

They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.


Career Progression

Duration

4 Months part-time.
Delivery: On Campus
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