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Accreditation
The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland
Starts 9 June 2025Limited Places Available
Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Professional Diploma in Geriatric Medicine
Drawing on the expertise of national and international experts in geriatric care, this programme provides learners with advanced knowledge and skills to ensure patients live a fulfilled later life. The program emphasizes a patient - centered approach to clinical decision making in medicine for the older person. It provides a supportive, richly informative, and accessible educational opportunity for healthcare professionals wishing to upskill or refresh their understanding of how common geriatric conditions present and are managed.
Duration
9 months part-time
Entry Requirements
You must be a healthcare professional holding a clinical bachelor qualification (or nursing diploma)
Start Dates
February, June and October
Format
Online, self-paced learning, with live support and mentoring.
Enhance your career and clinical expertise with a Professional Diploma in Geriatric Medicine from a world leading postgraduate training body
Drawing on the expertise of national and international experts in Care of the Older Person, this 9-month Professional Diploma in Geriatric Medicine provides learners with advanced knowledge and skills to ensure patients live a fulfilled later life.
This programme is accredited by the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Est. in 1654, the RCPI is one of the most prestigious postgraduate medical training bodies in the world. The programme is delivered in conjunction with iheed, the RCPI partner for online medical education delivery.
The programme emphasises a patient-centered approach to clinical decision making in medicine for the older personIt provides a supportive, richly informative, and accessible educational opportunity for healthcare professionals wishing to upskill or refresh their understanding of how common geriatric conditions present and are managed.
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.
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The program covers all-around knowledgeable content regarding the senior population and its current. The tutors are very helpful in guiding us to gain various aspects of theoretical and practical aspects of dealing with older adults. It’s a great opportunity to upscale myself
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Putcha Deekshanti Narayan
A world-class student experience
Developed by world-leading geriatric medicine specialists, this programme provides an unparalleled online education experience, blending self-directed learning with tutor-led team-based learning.
Weekly learning content
Weekly synchronous online tutorials throughout the course.
E-learning platform
Highly interactive content and tutor-moderated discussion forums.
Certification
An Internationally-Recognised Qualification
Accredited by the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI), one of the world’s most prestigious medical training bodies, this programme is delivered in partnership with iheed, RCPI's online education provider.
Ireland’s largest postgraduate medical training body
Worldwide reputation for excellence in education provision
Enhance your CV, boost your career
Register your interest
This Online Programme is for healthcare professionals holding a clinical bachelor qualification (or nursing diploma). Fill in the form to receive the full programme details, including pricing, funding and intake dates.
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Why study online with iheed
Enhance your CV, boost your career
An RCPI Diploma can help early-stage clinicians secure more senior positions. The qualification can also aid established clinicians to expand their role and scope of practice.
World-leading faculty
Our tutor faculty comprises world-leading Geriatric Medicine practitioners. They practicing consultants working at the coalface of geriatric care.
A world-class online learning experience
The programme is a truly transformative user experience. The content is rich, compelling, engaging and innovative. It includes interactive video, 2D & 3D animations, medical imagery and instructional competency-focused pedagogy.
A Truly Global Programme
Developed by international subject matter experts in care of the older person. Participants from across the globe study together, learning from each other's experiences and challenges.
A World Leading Brand
Est. in 1654, the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is one of the most prestigious postgraduate medical training bodies in the world.
Enhanced Patient Outcomes
Graduates of this programme report a significant improvement in care of their more mature patients. They have reported a substantial improvement in service delivery, quality of care and patient outcomes.