Orthopaedics: Acute Module (eLearning)
About this module
Orthopaedic surgery can be a complex area of practice, but it is essential knowledge for any surgical trainee. This module introduces learners to key topics, while simultaneously allowing those who are already in an orthopaedics programme to develop their knowledge further.
RCS members and RCS associates benefit from a 10% discount on this module. Find out if you're eligible to join or transfer.
- 10 PG Cert credits
- 0.0 CPD Points: TBC
Member Discount 10 %: £360.00
PGCert Low Income Country 40% Discount: £240.00
PGCert Student Discount 15%: £340.00
special rate as agreed: £
- Take this course as part of PG Cert in Surgery for £340 (15% discount) or if you are a RCS member or RCS associate for £360 (10% discount).
- You will have access to this module for 6 months, which you can extend for an additional 6 months for £130.
- 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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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.
To be eligible, candidates need to have access to an Educational / Clinical Supervisor.
Learning outcomes
You will cover topics including:
- bone healing;
- classification of fractures;
- fracture management;
- compartment syndrome;
- septic arthritis;
- fracture complications;
- paediatric orthopaedics.
After completing this Orthopaedics: Acute module, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of the anatomy and physiology around common orthopaedic pathologies.
- Describe a fracture, using common terms including classification systems.
- Describe and explain bone repair and healing in the acute setting.
- Demonstrate knowledge, clinical reasoning and understanding of the assessment and management of acute and chronic orthopaedic patients.
- Evaluate the role of non-operative and surgical treatments for common traumatic orthopaedic conditions.
- Recognise, assess and evaluate common complications due to a traumatic or acute limb/joint problem.
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 requires the completion of 3 work place based assessments (WBA). These include 3 case based discussions (CBD). You will need to have an appropriate supervisor to complete these WBAs.
For more information on WBAs, please consult the ISCP website. If you do not have an Assigned Educational Supervisor (AES) you can use the ISCP guidance to find a suitable alternative, for example within the Case Based Discussion guidance.
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).
CCrISP Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient (4 credits)
A highly interactive course that will enable you to develop practical, theoretical and personal skills to systematically assess and manage critical situations.
This course is suitable for: CT 1-2.
Find out more
You will be awarded 4 PGCert in Surgery credits upon successful completion of this course
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
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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