Postgraduate Diploma Medical Education (Online Delivery)

Module 1 - The practice of medical education
Aim of the module:

To develop a critical understanding of the context of medical education in the broader profession of education which puts focus on patient care.
Synopsis of module content:

●      Learning and teaching theories
●      Learning and teaching methods
●      Lesson planning
●      Practical skills for teaching online learning: Indivduals; small and large groups
●      Practical skills for teaching online learning
●      Current topics and controversies

On completion of this module the student should be able to demonstrate:
Critical understanding of teaching methods and theories for the application of learning
Critical understanding of the importance of medical education and how to put the focus on patient care.

Module 2 - Assessment
Aim of the module:

To develop an in-depth understanding of the principles of assessment in medical education.
Synopsis of module content:

●      Performance /Testing
●      Formative assessment
●      Summative assessment
●      Constructing an assessment (case study)
●      Supervision and feedback (appraisal)
●      Current topics/controversies

On completion of this module the student should be able to demonstrate:
Critically analyse a range of assessment methodologies
Critically apply formative and summative assessment to the field of medical education.

Module 3 - Evaluation
Aim of the module:

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the different types of evaluation.
Synopsis of module content:

●      Regulatory context of Medical Education
●      Moore’s levels
●      Programme evaluation
●      Case Studies
●      Current topics and controversies

On completion of this module the student should be able to demonstrate:
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the different models of evaluation
Apply evaluation into practice to improve education for patient care.

Module 4 - Media
Aim of the module:

Develop an in-depth understanding of how to incorporate a variety of digital programmes into medical education.
Synopsis of module content:

●      Educational media and technology (media in the context of lesson planning)
●      Presentation skills
●      Simulation (Augmented Reality/virtual Reality)
●      Big data, big “clinical” data
●      Emerging technologies; Ubiquitous web Internet of Things, mobile, digital ecology.

On completion of this module the student should be able to demonstrate:
Justify and critically evaluate the role of media in medical education
Critically evaluate emerging technologies in medical education.

Module 5 - Leadership
Aim of the module:

To develop an in depth understanding of the importance of effective leadership to help improve patient care.
Synopsis of module content:

●      Leadership
●      Monitoring the performance of healthcare professionals
●      Academy of Medical Educators (AoME) domains
●      Policy and strategy including interprofessional learning and compliance with the disability and dyslexia act
●      Ethics
●      Scholarship

On completion of this module the student should be able to:
Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of AoME professional standards for medical educators
Critically evaluate the role of a leader in medical education

Module 6 - Curriculum
Aim of the module:

To develop the skills and knowledge to plan a curriculum as a medical educator.
Synopsis of module content:

●      Curriculum planning and application
●     Programmes of learning (theories, curricular design, QA, assessment methods, evaluation)
●     Service user involvement

On completion of this module the student should be able to:
1.     Take responsibility for planning and developing a course curriculum
2.    Critically evaluate a medical education curriculum from various perspectives

Although you’ll be learning online you will be part of a group with 10 to 15 other students. Your self-directed distance learning will be guided by tutor-stimulated discussion based on clinically rich case scenarios.

You’ll do a combination of individual and group projects, and you’ll have a reflective practice portfolio to help you consider how what you’re learning on the course can be translated into everyday work and practice.

You’ll have the support of a dedicated team who will help you with any challenges you may face - from help with navigating our online learning platform to advice on what you need to do to pass the course and meet deadlines.

Once you have secured your place on the course, you will be invited to an Online Induction Day Webinar. This will give you the opportunity to participate in study skills workshops on Harvard Referencing, scientific and reflective writings, and levels of evidence in preparation for your studies.

It is not compulsory for you to attend our Induction Day, but it is recommended as it’ll provide you with a sturdy introduction to the course.

The medical education course puts assessment at the heart of learning by using clinical scenarios to facilitate problem-solving, critical analysis and evidence-based care. The scenarios act as both the focus for learning and assessment, embedding assessment within the learning process.

Each of the six modules has the same assessment format:

Academic Forum - 40%
Reflective Journal - 10%
Module activity - 20%
Case based examination - 30%

You will be assigned a dedicated expert tutor who will facilitate clinical case discussions with the group and monitor, assess and mark your work throughout each module.

Due to the online nature of the course, you will be expected to login and participate in the course regularly throughout the module, ideally on a daily basis.