Course Summary
The Professional Diploma in Clinical Dermatology incorporates 2 course modules both separately (NFQ Level 9, 10 credits) in total (NFQ level 9, 20 credits)
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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
1) Apply from the outset to the Professional Diploma course and complete the two certificates High Yield Dermatology 1 and High Yield Dermatology 2 in 1 year if allowed to do so.
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2) Apply and complete the first Professional Certificate, High Yield Dermatology 1 and subsequently the Professional Certificate High Yield Dermatology 2. Upon completion of both modules, participants may receive a Professional Diploma award through recognition of prior learning for the first module.
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3) Apply and complete the second Prof Cert, High Yield Dermatology 2 module, and subsequently the High Yield Dermatology 1 module and then receive a Professional Diploma award through recognition of prior learning for module
Please note : Applying and completing the two Prof Certs separately is possible but be aware without applying for a recognition of prior learning for the first module completed, this would result in two separate Prof Certs and a Diploma would not be awarded a Prof Dip.
Minimum IT Requirements:
Enrolled students will have to meet the minimum IT requirements for Zoom as well as ensuring they have prepared their laptop/PC before taking an online assessment. Students will also need an integrated webcam and microphone on the device they will be using to take the exam for e-proctoring purposes.
Application Details
The following entry routes are available:
Prof Diploma Clinical Dermatology PT (X991)
Duration 9 Months
Attend Part Time
Deadline Rolling*
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised
Applicants can apply online here. If you are applying to UCD for the first time you must register an account. Returning applicants may sign into an existing account. Once logged in, to find our course go to ‘Course Finder’ and search for Clinical Dermatology and then apply.
Please note: Places are subject to availability and a strict closing date.
Having paid the application fee and received an e-mail receipt, you must continue to complete the application process by pressing “submit”. An e-mail confirming a successful application will be sent to you within 24 hours.
You can track the status of your documentation online. Log in to your account. Click on your submitted application, which will bring up an application summary. The application requirements are listed at the end of the summary.
To apply for the Diploma applicants must :
1) Apply from the outset to the Professional Diploma course and complete the two certificates High Yield Dermatology 1 and High Yield Dermatology 2 in 1 year if allowed to do so.
or
2) Apply and complete the first Professional Certificate, High Yield Dermatology 1 and subsequently the Professional Certificate High Yield Dermatology 2. Upon completion of both modules, participants may receive a Professional Diploma award through recognition of prior learning for the first module.
or
3) Apply and complete the second Prof Cert, High Yield Dermatology 2 module, and subsequently the High Yield Dermatology 1 module and then receive a Professional Diploma award through recognition of prior learning for module
Please note : Applying and completing the two Prof Certs separately is possible but be aware without applying for a recognition of prior learning for the first module completed, this would result in two separate Prof Certs and a Diploma would not be awarded a Prof Dip.
NEXT INTAKE: 2024/2025 September.
Fees
EU fee per year - € 3330
nonEU fee per year - € 5510
***Fees are subject to change
ProfCert High Yield Dermatology 1 (X877) Part Time
EU fee per year - € 1600
nonEU fee per year - € 2620
ProfCert High Yield Dermatology 2 (X992) Part Time
EU fee per year - € 1600
nonEU fee per year - € 2620
***Fees are subject to change
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.
Career Progression
Duration
MODE OF DELIVERY: Online