MDCS42390 High Yield Dermatology 1

Academic Year 2023/2024

Dermatological (skin and hair) issues comprise up to 25% of a General Practitioner’s workload, however dermatology remains poorly represented in both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. The majority (80%) of dermatology diagnoses in primary care represents just ten conditions.

This module is entirely online distance learning, (September to May) and designed for busy healthcare professionals. It focuses on the most common dermatological conditions presenting to primary care. The programme consists of approx. 20-hours of experienced, consultant delivered teaching. Four lecture blocks, cover a comprehensive knowledge -base of clinical dermatology incorporating an introduction to dermatological terminology, common cutaneous malignancies, infectious dermatoses, inflammatory dermatoses, scarring and non-scarring alopecia.

Participants will develop a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the commonest dermatological diseases seen in primary care and will enhance their knowledge of the impact of dermatological conditions, referral pathways and management.

Lectures will be delivered by approximately 25 of Ireland top Specialist Registered Consultant Dermatologists, in addition to an introductory skin biology lecture by Institute Director Professor Tobin.

Webinars are live and interactive, with a Question & Answer session after each. Clinical image based vignettes will be made available at least once a month, encouraging self-directed learning and a blended learning approach.

Course Features:
• Entirely online interactive webinar course delivered over 4 lecture blocks, designed for busy healthcare professionals.
• Focused on the highest yield content for a primary care provider.
• Experienced consultant led teaching with interactive sessions.
• Lectures are streamed online live (to facilitate Q&A), and via limited playback and again during examination revision periods.
• Robust online Case-based format assessment that is e-proctored.
• Each month at least one clinical image and case discussion will be shared with delegates.
• Optional on-site patient-based clinical session (not credit-bearing and capped at approx. 30 students)

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

Equips students with the knowledge and expertise required to recognise and treat common and important skin disorders encountered in general practice.

Indicative Module Content:

This Module covers all aspects of the most common dermatological conditions, with a comprehensive lecture schedule delivered by expert Consultant Dermatologists. Lectures will be delivered through an interactive webinar series.
Lecture topics covered include:

Trimester 1 (September 2023 to December 2023): Precise order subject to change

● Introduction to Skin Biology (and dermatological terminology)
● Terminology and how to approach the patient
● Hidradenitis Suppurativa
● Acne
● Melanocytic lesions
● Non-melanoma skin cancers
● Infestations : Viral and Parasitic
● Infestations : Bacterial and Fungal


Trimester 2 (January 2024 - May 2024): Precise order subject to change
● Melanoma
● Rosacea
● Atopic dermatitis
● Contact & Stasis dermatitis
● Urticaria
● Psoriasis
● Connective tissue disease
● Alopecia: Non-scarring
● Alopecia: Scarring


Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

20
Autonomous Student Learning

250
Online Learning

7
Total

277
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Interactive lectures followed by case-based assessment format using MCQ at end of each trimester, which will present various clinical based scenarios, to facilitate problem-solving, critical analysis and evidence-based care. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Multiple Choice Questionnaire: Assessment session with multiple choice questions (MCQ) for each clinical based scenario End of trimester MCQ n/a Alternative non-linear conversion grade scale 50% Yes

50
Multiple Choice Questionnaire: Assessment session with multiple choice questions (MCQ) for each clinical based scenario. End of trimester MCQ n/a Alternative non-linear conversion grade scale 50% Yes

50

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 
Remediation Type Remediation Timing
In-Module Resit Prior to relevant Programme Exam Board
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Online automated feedback

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Online automated feedback based on scoring of the MCQs.

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
 

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