Course Summary
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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
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.
International Applicants
International applicants should contact the academic programme director for a full list of entry requirements.
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.
Next intake: September 2024
Fees
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.