Energy in Surgery (eLearning) part 1
About this module
This module will enable you to learn how electrosurgery can make surgery safer for the patient, and more efficient for you. Through topics from basic principles, applications and hazards, you will understand how electrosurgery can be incorporated into your surgical practice.
RCS members and RCS associates benefit from a 10% discount on this module. Find out if you're eligible to join or transfer.
- 6 PG Cert Credits
- 0.0 CPD Points: TBC
Free eLM Enrolment: £0.00
Member Discount 10 %: £270.00
PGCert Low Income Country 40% Discount: £180.00
PGCert Student Discount 15%: £255.00
- Take this course as part of PG Cert in Surgery for £255 (15% discount) or if you are a full RCS member or RCS associate for £270 (10% discount).
- You will have access to this module for 6 months, which you can extend for an additional 6 months for £100.
- Upon completion of your module, you will obtain a certificate of completion for this module.
- Please take a look at our Terms & Conditions if you need to cancel your access to this module.
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If you're are taking this module independantly or as part of a course you can access your progress and continue the module via RCS e-learning.
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Independent module or blended learning
If you're are taking this module independantly or as part of a course you can access your progress and continue the module via RCS e-learning.
If you're are taking this module as part of the PG certification you can view your progress and continue the module via the PG cert dashboard.
Suitability
You can take this module as part of the PGCert in Surgery, designed for FY1-2 & CT1-2.
You can also take this module as a standalone online course at any stage of your career.
Learning Outcomes
You will cover topics including:
- course introduction;
- history and basic principles;
- surgical techniques;
- patient plate electrodes;
- complications and safe practice;
- minimal access surgery.
After completing this Energy in Surgery module, you will be able to:
- Describe the principles of electrosurgery and the difference between bipolar and monopolar circuits, and cautery.
- Define how to apply the four basic clinical techniques of monopolar circuits in practice.
- Identify why complications occur in electrosurgery and how to avoid them.
Format
This is an interactive online module within the innovative RCS e-learning platform. This format means you can study using any device, whenever and wherever it suits you.
This module does not contain any WBAs and therefore the need for an Educational/Clinical Supervisor is not essential, but we would recommend that your progress with the module would benefit from having someone to discuss the content with.
You will have access to this module for 6 months, which you can also extend.You may be interested in the following modules
Associated courses
Receive PGCert credits for successfully completing selected courses. (The range of courses and dates are subject to availability).
Specialty Skills in Emergency Surgery and Trauma (SSET) (4 credits)
This two-day course will provide you with comprehensive knowledge and techniques to competently manage a wide variety of emergency on-call trauma situations.
Suitable for grades FY2 and CT 1-2
Find out more
You will be awarded 4 PGCert in Surgery credits upon successful completion of this course
Clinical Skills in Emergency Surgery (4 credits)
This course is ideal for trainees who have completed their basic surgical training. It will expand your skillset, focusing on advanced surgical techniques and essential skills needed in emergency circumstances.
This course is suitable for: FY 1-2 and CT 1-2.
Find out more
You will be awarded 4 PGCert in Surgery credits upon successful completion of this course
Contact the education team
If you have any questions about the PGCert in Surgey, or any other RCS courses, please get in touch.
The RCS Education Centre in London can be contacted directly on education@rcseng.ac.uk
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