RCSI Intermediate Surgical Principles and Practice Certificate (ISPP)
Register your Interest Today - September 2026 intake
 
 

Calling all experienced Surgical SHO’s and Junior Registrars in Ireland – 2026 intake


The RCSI Intermediate Surgical Principles and Practice Certificate (ISPP) is your surgical pathway to transitioning from a Surgical SHO to becoming a well-rounded Registrar. Whether you’re Surgical SHO ready to make the next step or a new Registrar ready to enhance your surgical competencies and knowledge, our flexible and hybrid certificate will provide you with essential surgical support to progress your career.

 

This programme will utilise a blended approach to teaching. Teaching resources will be housed on the Moodle platform. Technical skills training will be delivered face to face on campus for three full days. The online sessions will be live (synchronous) with faculty present in the class. Pre-course reading and post-course exercises will be required to be undertaken on top of attending online classes.

 

To register your interest, please visit: Expressions of Interest - Intermediate Surgical Principles and Practice - September 2026 – Fill in form

 

 
 
Brand New Self-paced Course - Introduction To Surgical Skills and Operating Theatre Practice
 
 

RCSI have launched a new online Self-paced course - Introduction To Surgical Skills and Operating Theatre Practice.


RCSI have launched a new online Self-paced course - Introduction To Surgical Skills and Operating Theatre Practice. 

 

This course is suitable for early surgical practice or first-year post-internship training. 

 

This online course will provide you with the introductory knowledge needed to navigate the safe care of the surgical patient in an operating theatre environment and the essential knowledge and skills needed for an early career surgical NCHD.

 

To learn more, visit: https://www.rcsi.com/dublin/professional-cpd/cpdss/introduction-to-surgical-skills-and-operating-theatre-practice/course-details

 
 
Brand-new Course - Essential Surgical Skills
22 April 2026
 
 

RCSI's brand-new Essential Surgical Skills course will provide attendees with the basic surgical skills which form the basis of most surgical procedures. There will also be an opportunity to further develop these skills and perform some simulated minor procedures.

 


Register today - Brand-new Essential Surgical Skills - 22 April 2026

 

Suitable for: Surgical SHOs.

 

This course is designed for SHOs in surgery and emergency medicine who are commencing their training pathway.

 

This course will provide attendees with the basic surgical skills which form the basis of most surgical procedures. There will also be an opportunity to further develop these skills and perform some simulated minor procedures.

 

To register, please visit: https://www.rcsi.com/dublin/professional-cpd/cpdss/essential-surgical-skills/course-details

 
 
Claim your free Affiliate Membership of RCSI
 
 

RCSI is pleased to advise that all NCHD’s who are enrolled in the Continuous Professional Development Support Scheme 2025-2026 may avail of free Affiliate Membership of RCSI 


RCSI is pleased to advise that all NCHD’s who are enrolled in the Continuous Professional Development Support Scheme 2025-2026 may avail of free Affiliate Membership of RCSI 

Affiliate Membership of RCSI provides exclusive access to a range of ‘member-only’ services aimed at supporting and supplementing your personal, practical, academic and professional development. Additionally, Affiliate Membership enables you to network and stay up to date with the latest news from the field of surgery by providing access to RCSI communications channels, surgical publications and resources and global networking opportunities. 

 

The NEW Fellows and Members Portal 

RCSI have launched a new Fellows and Members Portal that also houses a range of resources, supports and benefits for Affiliate Members.  

The Portal is accessible at www.rcsi.com/portal. Please note, if it is your first time accessing the new Fellows and Members Portal, you must first sign up by following the steps below: 

  • Click ‘Sign Up Now’ at the bottom of the Portal login page  

  • Enter your name, email address and chose a password [nb – use the email address to which you receive RCSI correspondence] 

  • When prompted enter the six-digit code received via email 

 

Existing Affiliate Members 

If you were previously enrolled in CPD_SS for 2024-2025 and/or are an existing Affiliate Member, you may access your exclusive resources and benefits via the Portal. 

If you are not able to view these resources and benefits you may be required to seek a subscription waiver.You can request a waiver by following the steps below: 

  • Navigate to Contact Us in the top right corner of the screen 

  • From the Request menu select Reductions and exemptions 

  • When prompted select the following discount/exemption type: Hardship and Illness 

  • When prompted to provide any additional information about your request enter the following code: #CPDSS2526 [failure to enter the code will result in a request for payment of a subscription fee] 

 

Technical queries regarding Portal Access and the Application Form may be submitted to rcsiportal@rcsi.com. All other queries may be directed to fellows@rcsi.com 

 

 
 


 
 
 
Upcoming Courses
View our courses in March
 
 

Please see our upcoming CPD courses and meetings, taking place in March, April and May. Places are limited for all our courses, so early registration is advised to avoid disappointment. 

 


CPD courses at RCSI 

We write to advise you that we have places available for the following CPD courses and meetings that will take place in the following weeks. Places are limited for all our courses, so early registration is advised to avoid disappointment.

 

 

Date 

Course Title 

Type 

Course Overview 

CPD Points 

Registration 

25 March 2026 

 

Emergency ENT Skills 

2 places left 

Classroom 

This course has been designed and will be facilitated by experienced ENT consultants for general surgeons. Emphasis will be placed on the management of ENT emergencies such as epistaxis, emergency airway obstruction and the management of a post-tonsillectomy bleed. 

7.5 

Register here 

Day 1 - 25 March   

Day 2 - 29 April  

Trauma 360 - Simulation for Survival Certificate 

3 places left 

Classroom 

This bespoke two-day certificate is designed to equip healthcare practitioners with a structured and standardised approach to the reception and management of major trauma. 

15 

Register here 

10 April 2026 

Fracture Fixation 

7 places left 

Classroom 

This bone fracture fixation course concentrates on the management of fractures that need more than a cast for stability. The practical sessions will range from the application of simple screws and plates to complex fixation of fractures using k-wires, tension band wiring, and intramedullary nailing. 

7.5 

Register here 

13 April 2026 

Introduction to Clinical Research and Good Clinical Practice 

6 places left 

Classroom 

This course is relevant to Principal Investigators, medical team members, research nurses/midwives, monitors and research site personnel who have not undertaken GCP training within the previous 2 years. Content is based on ICH E6 (R2) 2016 and includes the key requirements of the Clinical Trial Regulations (536/2014) and national legislation. 

6 

Register here 

15 April 2026 

Paediatric Emergencies 

7 places left 

Classroom 

Through hands-on practice and assessment, participants will develop and refine vital technical skills while also exploring human factors that contribute to safe and effective paediatric care. PLS provides a comprehensive framework for managing seriously ill or injured children, ensuring a high standard of tailored care in critical situations. 

10 

Register here 

16 April 2026 

Resuscitation Simulation 

place left 

Classroom 

Medical and Trauma Adult resuscitation scenarios in a simulated setting. Participants will be able to understand and apply a systematic approach to the critically unwell patient in the resuscitation room. The day will include simulation scenarios in-group scenarios with effective feedback to enhance learning 

7.5 

Register here 

17 April 2026 

Geriatric Emergency Medicine Day 

1 place left 

Classroom 

The course is delivered as a series of small group interactive workshops delivered by a combination of consultants in Geriatric Medicine and Geriatric Emergency Medicine. The course introduces participants to the key concepts involved in delivering high quality emergency care for the older adult, and is based on the concepts outlined in the British Geriatric Society’s ‘Silver Book II’. 

7.5 

Register here 

18 April 2026 

 

Paediatric Life Support (PLS) 

10 places left 

Classroom 

Through hands-on practice and assessment, participants will develop and refine vital technical skills while also exploring human factors that contribute to safe and effective paediatric care. PLS provides  a comprehensive framework for managing seriously ill or injured children, ensuring a high standard of tailored care in critical situations. 

10 

Register here 

20 April 2026 

Train the Trainer 

place left 

Classroom 

This course focuses on feedback skills to allow you to improve your teaching and training in both the clinical and simulation environments. A combination of theory, interactive exercises and high-fidelity simulation will be used to demonstrate the skills of giving effective feedback to learners. 

6 

Register here 

21 April 2026 

 
Flourishing in the Workplace 

10 places left 

Interactive learning 

This training session aims to introduce participants to the concepts of positive emotions, optimism, meaning and purpose, and growth mindset in a professional and personal environment. This course will introduce the concept of burnout in the medical profession and mechanisms to avoid burnout. The course will also address using a strengths-based approach to workplace flourishing. 

3 

Register here 

22 April 2026 

Essential Surgical Skills 
8 places left 

Classroom 

This course is designed for SHOs in surgery and emergency medicine who are commencing their training pathway. This course will provide attendees with the basic surgical skills which form the basis of most surgical procedures. There will also be an opportunity to further develop these skills and perform some simulated minor procedures 

9.5 

Register here 

23 April 2026 

Social Media for Doctors 

10 places left 

Interactive learning 

Social media brings a new dimension to medicine with applications in medical education, patient education, health services research, clinical trials, and public health campaigns as well as fostering collegiality, professional development, and enhancing institutional branding and promotion. 

3 

Register here 

27 April 2026 

The Fundamentals of Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty 

9 places left 

Classroom 

The course will provide registrars working in trauma and orthopaedic surgery the opportunity to improve their understanding of primary hip arthroplasty. The indications, challenges, techniques and potential complications of total hip arthroplasty will be explored. 

7.5 

Register here 

1 May 2026 

Basic Laparoscopy 

8 places left 

Classroom 

This course is perfect for doctors starting their training in laparoscopic surgery. This is a hands-on course in which you receive expert formative feedback while practicing your skills on bespoke low- and high- fidelity models. Expert laparoscopic consultants will also guide you through performing a laparoscopic cholecystectomy on an animal liver-gallbladder model. 

7.5 

Register here 

7 May 2026 

Maternal Code - Obstetrical Emergencies 

7 places left 

Classroom 

This intensive one-day course on managing obstetrical emergencies is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and hands-on skills in high-risk obstetric situations. 

7.5 

Register here 

13 May 2026 

Microsurgery and Traumatic Limb Exploration 

7 places left 

Classroom 

After familiarisation with an operative microscope and the correct use of microvascular instruments, participants will practice their skills on a number of synthetic and animal bench models. Loup glasses will also be used to magnify the view while exploring a simulated wound in an animal limb. 

7.5 

Register here 

 
 
 

If a course is FULLit is recommended to apply for the waiting list. Often doctors withdraw from courses closer to the date. 

If you would like to book and attend more than your FREE 3 full-day courses allowance, you will be required to pay an enrolment fee for the additional courses. However, this fee can be reimbursed via HSE’s Training Support Scheme. Further details can be found here 

Please do not hesitate to contact us in the meantime at cpdss@rcsi.ie  

Best Wishes, 

RCSI CPD Team 

 

 
 
Self-paced Online Courses Available to you
Study at your own time
 
 

We are consistently striving to expand our selection of self-paced online courses, allowing you to complete them conveniently at your own preferred schedule.


We are consistently striving to expand our selection of self-paced online courses, allowing you to complete them conveniently at your own preferred schedule. Below is a list of the courses we offer: 

 

Course Title 

Course Overview 

CPD Points 

Registration 

NEW - Good Clinical Practice 

 

This course is relevant to principal investigators, medical team members, research nurses/midwives and other healthcare professionals, monitors and research site personnel.Content is based on ICH E6 (R3) 2025 and includes the key requirements of the Clinical Trial Regulations (536/2014) and national legislation. 

2 

Register here 

Professionalism in Clinical Practice 

RCSI has developed an online course  

“Professionalism in Clinical Practice” which is aimed at medical doctors in all specialties. The course is based on the Medical Council’s “Guide to Professional Conduct and Ethics for Registered Medical Practitioners” and is presented in an interesting and engaging format 

5/module 

Register here  

Skin Tone in Clinical Assessment and Research 

This one-hour CPD programme explores the importance of skin tone diversity in healthcare, covering skin biology, classification systems, and disparities in diagnosis, treatment, and research. It addresses the lack of diverse representation in medical education, simulation models, and clinical studies, the challenges of diagnosing across different skin tones, and the role of emerging technologies and AI in reducing bias 

1 

Register here  

Clinical Trials - Running a Cancer Clinical Trial 

This CPD course builds on Clinical Trials – From development to opening to provide further practical knowledge for those involved in research. The course will help you to ensure your trials are conducted effectively, including how to identify and address potential risks. 

2.5 

Register here 

Safe Clinical Handovers 

Quality healthcare requires clear and effective communication between healthcare professionals, teams, and patients. In this course, we will focus on one particular area of healthcare communication: clinical handovers. This online course aims to support clinicians to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively prepare and participate in clinical handover. 

 

 

1.5 

Register here 

Communication Skills for Video and Telephone Consultation 

Video and telephone consultations in healthcare are not new, but the COVID-19 crisis forced many clinicians to rapidly take up these kinds of consultations as a feasible alternative to face-to-face consultations. This is often a type of consultation that staff has not encountered before. Applying the Calgary-Cambridge guide to video and telephone calls provides a structured and safe approach to this virtual format. 

 

 

3 

Register here 

Medical Emergencies 

The course is presented as a series of recorded one-hour modules. Each module, involving a separate specialty theme, will involve case-based discussions with a variety of guest speakers. Slides covering the content are provided, and a short series of MCQs based on the content covered is completed to complete the module. 

 

 

1/module 

Register here 

ECG Interpretation in the Emergency Department 

This online course uses a case discussion format to revise the basics of ECG Interpretation for Emergency Medicine physicians. This online platform allows candidates to access the recorded content on demand, with the facility to repeat more challenging modules as desired. Candidates are required to complete a quiz at the beginning and end of the course. 

 

 

10 

 

 

Register here 

 

Medical Science for Surgery and Emergency Medicine 

RCSI, in collaboration with the Academy of Clinical Science and Laboratory Medicine (https://acslm.ie/), has developed a CPD/CME programme designed to support the ongoing development of competence in this vital area of clinical practice. The programme offers a series of short online courses covering 25 key topics in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. The first seven courses in the series focus on Cancer Diagnostics, Surgical Microbiology, Blood Transfusion, Coagulation, Surgical Immunology, Heart Failure Assessment in the Emergency Department, and Near Patient Testing (NPT), spanning both basic and applied pathology. 

2 /module 

Register here  

Virtual Lean Healthcare Yellow Belt 

As part of the programme participants learn excellent techniques for improving processes and implementing change in your hospital or department, but they also develop abilities that are highly portable across the organisation and internationally. 

21 

Register here 

Essential Skills in Health Professions Education 

The course includes mini-modules on large group teaching, small group teaching, bedside teaching, simulation-based learning, and Universal Design for Learning. Each mini module includes video content, curated reading lists and interactive activities. 

3 

Register here 

Clinical Trials – From development to opening 

Cancer clinical trials are pivotal research studies that aim to advance our understanding of cancer and develop new treatment options. They involve rigorous testing of novel therapies, drugs, or interventions to assess their safety and efficacy in real-world patient scenarios. 

5 

Register here 

Introduction to Green Surgery 

This short course explores the contribution of surgery to climate change and examines interventions that can lead to reduced greenhouse gases and reduce the climate impact of surgery. 

1 

Registerhere 

Foundations in Robotic Surgery 

The course covers material which we believe is fundamental to understanding the current state of surgical robotics in the market and the skills necessary to safe and effectively utilise this technology in your everyday surgical practice.This course is design for any healthcare professional wanting to develop their knowledge and understanding of surgical robotics, including surgeons, trainees, medical students, nurses, and technicians. 

10 

Register here 

Basics of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia in Emergency Department 

This one-hour online course is designed to equip you with essential knowledge for providing safe and effective sedation in the Emergency Department. This comprehensive module will guide you through the fundamentals of procedural sedation, preparing you to handle challenging situations with confidence and expertise. 

1 

Register here 

 

Courses covered by the CPD voucher can be booked between now and 15 June 2026. Regardless of when you register the course, these will be available in your Moodle account until 1 August 2026 

 

For further queries please do not hesitate to contact us at cpdss@rcsi.ie   

 

Best Wishes,  

RCSI CPD Team 

 

 
 
Have you followed our new RCSI CPD LinkedIn Channel?
Calling all NCHDs - New LinkedIn Account
 
 

Follow our RCSI Continuous Professional Development LinkedIn Channel dedicated to NCHDs in Surgery and Emergency Medicine’s career development.

Follow Here


Follow our brand-new RCSI Continuous Professional Development LinkedIn Channel

RCSI is delighted to announce our brand-new RCSI Continuous Professional Development LinkedIn Channel dedicated to NCHDs in Surgery and Emergency Medicine’s career development.

We strongly recommend that NCHDs follow our new LinkedIn account to keep up to date with:

  • Upcoming synchronous/asynchronous courses in Surgery and Emergency Medicine throughout the year
  • News on CPD Support Scheme Summer and Midpoint Intake
  • Updates on our Basic and Intermediate Surgical Principles and Practice intakes
  • Key updates in relation to RCSI CPD News and Events
  • And More

Stay connected – Follow our new LinkedIn account to keep up to date on everything RCSI Continuous Professional Development.

To follow our new LinkedIn account, please visit: www.linkedin.com/company/rcsi-continuous-professional-development/

Kind regards,

RCSI CPD Team

 
 
Course Spotlight: Fracture Fixation - 10 April 2026 
Places still available
 
 

This bone fracture fixation course will start with classification systems and decision making on the type of fixation of fractures in different scenarios. The practical sessions will range from the application of simple screws and plates to complex fixation of fractures using k-wires, tension band wiring, intramedullary nailing.

 


Suitable for: SHOs and registrars in orthopaedics. 

This bone fracture fixation course will start with classification systems and decision making on the type of fixation of fractures in different scenarios. The practical sessions will range from the application of simple screws and plates to complex fixation of fractures using k-wires, tension band wiring, intramedullary nailing. 
 
We will discuss the principles of application of an external fixator. The bone models will be synthetic sawbones and animal legs with fractures for both the upper and lower limb. 
 
To register, please visit: https://www.rcsi.com/dublin/professional-cpd/cpdss/fracture-fixation-2/course-details 

 
 
NCHD Spotlight - RCSI CPD Support Scheme Newsletter
Get Involved
 
 

RCSI is pleased to share our NCHD Spotlight which will be included within our Bi-Weekly RCSI CPD Support Scheme Newsletter whereby we are calling on all NCHDs to fill out the form below and get involved. NCHDs who fill the form will have the opportunity to be spotlighted within our newsletter. We ask to please fill out your answers as best as you can.  

 

NCHD Spotlight Form


 

 

 

 
 
 
Calling all NCHDs - Robotic Surgery Questionnaire
Questionnaire will close to responses on Friday, April 10th at 6pm
 
 

This questionnaire aims to assess the current experience of surgical NCHDs with regards to robotic surgery in Ireland, the perceived impact of robotic surgery on surgical training and future training expectations. 


This questionnaire aims to assess the current experience of surgical NCHDs with regards to robotic surgery in Ireland, the perceived impact of robotic surgery on surgical training and future training expectations. 

 

Link to Questionnaire here: Robotic surgery in surgical training and practice. A pan-specialty questionnaire – Fill out form 


This survey is open to all surgical NCHDs involved in the delivery of surgical care in Ireland from the level of SHO to Fellow, all inclusive.

 

The findings of this questionnaire will aid in the identification of current challenges encountered by surgical NCHDs with regards to robotic surgery training, highlight unmet educational needs and help inform the development of future educational initiatives. 

Participation in this questionnaire is voluntary and anonymous. This questionnaire should take approximately 6 minutes to complete. The questionnaire will close to responses on Friday, April 10th at 6pm.

 
 
Irish Paediatric Emergency Medicine Conference 2026 – Wednesday, 11 March 2026
 
 

The RCSI Surgery team were delighted to attend this year's Irish Paediatric Emergency Medicine 2026 Conference in the Crown Plaza Hotel, Dublin Airport. 


Irish Paediatric Emergency Medicine Conference 2026 – Wednesday, 11 March2026 
 
The RCSI Surgery team were delighted to attend this year's Irish Paediatric Emergency Medicine 2026 Conference in the Crown Plaza Hotel, Dublin Airport 🏥 It was great to meet and chat to many of who attended. 

 
 
1000+ NCHDs Enrolled Across Ireland
Record High Enrolment
 
 

We are pleased to announce that the RCSI CPD Team can confirm that we have over 1000+ NCHDs in Surgery and Emergency Medicine enrolled in our CPD Support Scheme which is a record high enrolment.


1000+ NCHDs enrolled across Ireland 🏥🥳

We are pleased to announce that the RCSI CPD Team can confirm that we have over 1000+ NCHDs in Surgery and Emergency Medicine enrolled in our CPD Support Scheme which is a record high enrolment.

Starting with 300+ NCHDs only a couple of years ago we are delighted to support over 1000+ NCHDs in Ireland with technical and non-technical skills training. With over 160+ courses (and growing), we are delighted to continue to support the educational pathways of NCHDs in Ireland.

 
 
Advanced Upper GI Emergency Management Workshop
✨RCSI CPD Spotlights
 
 

We recently ran our Advanced Upper GI Emergency Management Workshop, which is a part of our full suite of 160+ courses suited towards NCHD’s in Surgery and Emergency Medicine which took place on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.


We recently ran our Advanced Upper GI Emergency Management Workshop, which is a part of our full suite of 160+ courses suited towards NCHD’s in Surgery and Emergency Medicine.  

This course is suitable for senior registrars in upper GI surgery and general surgery, who have experience in performing endoscopy and laparoscopy procedures. 

This interactive workshop discusses the management of the unstable patient for both variceal and nonvariceal bleeds. The course concentrates on the management of a bleeding and perforated duodenal ulcer with both open and laparoscopic approaches. 

Interested in attending one of our CPD courses? To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/dZeeYwQM 
 

 

 
 
Speaker Announcement - Prof Marie Ward
The 6th National Human Factors in Patient Safety Conference
 
 

RCSI are please to announce that Prof Marie Ward, Chairperson of the Irish Ergonomics and Human Factors Society (IEHFS) and Embedded Human Factors Practitioner will be one of our keynote speakers for this year’s 6th National Human Factors in Patient Safety Conference!


Speaker Announcement – Prof Marie Ward 

RCSI are please to announce that Prof Marie Ward, Chairperson of the Irish Ergonomics and Human Factors Society (IEHFS) and Embedded Human Factors Practitioner will be one of our keynote speakers for this year’s 6th National Human Factors in Patient Safety Conference on Friday, 22 May 2026 (Irish time). 

We are delighted to have Prof Marie Ward involved who is well known within the Human Factors in Patient safety community 

Keep an eye out for more information speaker announcements! 

 
 
Take Part in a 1 minute Social Media Survey
Calling all NCHDs
 
 

We are inviting NCHDs to take part in a brief social media survey designed to better understand which platforms NCHDs engage with online. The survey takes approximately one minute to complete and is anonymous.


We are inviting NCHDs to take part in a brief social media survey designed to better understand which platforms NCHDs engage with online. The survey takes approximately one minute to complete and is anonymous.

 

Your participation would be greatly appreciated and will help inform future communication strategies.

 

Click the button below for the survey link.

 

TAKE THE SURVEY

 

Thank you in advance for your time and contribution. 

 
 
Register today – Advanced Hazmat Life Support – 20-22 May 2026
 
 

This two-and-half day face-to-face course is delivered as a series of lectures, and interactive workshops. The final day is based on multi-disciplinary outdoor simulation scenarios based on a variety of challenging settings, facilitated by our exciting and challenging venue. 


Suitable for: Emergency medicine, internal medicine and paediatric doctors, as well as general practice doctors with an added interest in toxicology 

This two-and-half day face-to-face course is delivered as a series of lectures, and interactive workshops. The final day is based on multi-disciplinary outdoor simulation scenarios based on a variety of challenging settings, facilitated by our exciting and challenging venue. 
 
For more information, please visit:
 https://www.rcsi.com/dublin/professional-cpd/cpdss/advanced-hazmat-life-support/course-details 

 
 
Applications now open – September 2026 intake - Master of Surgery (MCh) by Module
 
 

Applications for both our Master of Surgery (MCh) by Module FT and PT programmes are now open and will close on Monday, 18 May 2026.


Applications for both our Master of Surgery (MCh) by Module FT and PT programmes are now open and will close on Monday, 18 May 2026.
 
RCSI’s established MCh by Module programme runs full-time over one year or part time over 2 years on a hybrid model, with 80% online with 20% face to face days on campus. Each module will have at least one- or two days' face to face.
The research component pushes you to focus on your individual interests and professional development within the greater healthcare context, and as the first programme in Ireland to incorporate a taught component you'll develop a skill set that cannot be adequately developed through research alone.


For more information, please visit: www.rcsi.com/mcht

 
 
Places still available – Ultrasound Level 1: ‘Sign-Off’ – Tuesday, 19 May 2026
 
 

Please note applications for our upcoming Ultrasound Level 1: ‘Sign-Off’ accredited assessment will close on Wednesday, 8 April 2026.


Places still available – Ultrasound Level 1: ‘Sign-Off’ – Tuesday, 19 May 2026

Please note applications for our upcoming Ultrasound Level 1: ‘Sign-Off’ accredited assessment will close on Wednesday, 8 April 2026.

In order to attain a Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training and to be eligible to apply for specialist registration with both the IMC and GMC, an emergency medicine physician has to complete an ultrasound course and a portfolio, as well as an ultrasound competency assessment.

Guide to RCSI CPD Level 1 Ultrasound Sign Off

Suitable for: Senior EM physicians who have completed a Level 1 Point Of Care Ultrasound course and want supervised, hands-on practice or a chance to refresh the skills and to be assessed in all Level 1 (Core) competence areas (FAST, AAA, vascular access and ECHO in life support)

To register, please visit: https://www.rcsi.com/dublin/professional-cpd/cpdss/ultrasound-level-1-sign-off/course-details

 
 
Season 3, Episode 6 Out Now - Dr Jessica M Ryan, PhD - Best Practice in Surgical Handover
RCSI Safe and Sound Podcast
 
 

RCSI is delighted to announce that Episode 6 of our Safe and Sound podcast is OUT NOW featuring DrJessica M RyanPhD, General Surgery (Hepatobiliary) Higher Specialist Trainee SH-CORE Study Coordinator. With a high number of listeners from across different countries and specialties, Season 3 will again provide a spotlight on key pillars within the ecosystem of Human Factors in Patient Safety.


Season 3, Episode 6 Out Now - Dr Jessica M Ryan, PhD - Best Practice in Surgical Handover

RCSI is delighted to announce that Episode 6 of our Safe and Sound podcast is OUT NOW featuring DrJessica M RyanPhD, General Surgery (Hepatobiliary) Higher Specialist Trainee SH-CORE Study Coordinator. With a high number of listeners from across different countries and specialties, Season 3 will again provide a spotlight on key pillars within the ecosystem of Human Factors in Patient Safety.

RCSI's latest podcast episode was hosted by DrFardod O'Kelly MD MA MSc MBA, RCSI Safe and Sound Podcast Host and Senior Lecturer in Surgical Education.

Available on Spotify and Apple podcasts, we are delighted to announce that the Season 3, Episode 6 is now available to listen on the below audio channels:

Spotify
https://lnkd.in/eENAmicu

Apple Podcasts
https://lnkd.in/duvUxz4j

 

Kind regards,

RCSI Human Factors in Patient Safety Academy

 
 
6th Annual University Hospital Waterford Video Surgery Webinar - Call for Abstracts
 
 

University Hospital Waterford are hosting their 6th Annual Video Surgery Webinar will take place on Friday 5 June 2026 @ 6.30p.m.


University Hospital Waterford are hosting their 6th Annual Video Surgery Webinar will take place on Friday 5 June 2026 @ 6.30p.m.

 

Participants will be able to link in virtually for their presentations. This forum is open to all proceduralists working in the healthcare setting. There will be plenary oral and non-plenary oral presentations, with prizes awarded for the best presentation in each category. 

Please submit abstracts to jennie.oleary@hse.iethe deadline for submission is Thursday 26 March 2026.

 

Further information regarding this meeting can be obtained from Ms. Jennie O’Leary, Postgraduate Surgical Administrator, University Hospital Waterford on 051 842684 or by email at  jennie.oleary@hse.ie.

 
 
Register today - VAST Facilitator Course
17 - 19 September 2026
 
 

Register today - VAST Facilitator Course - 17 - 19 September 2026


Register today - VAST Facilitator Course - 17 - 19 September 2026
 
Register for the VAST Facilitator Course today. Since 2017, the VAST Facilitator Course has trained educators from more than 35 countries. The course is relevant for those dedicated to global simulation capacity building and for clinicians who want to improve their skills for debriefing critical events, team working and feedback conversations with trainees. 
 
 
To register, please emails Louise Dent at ident@coe.