Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient CCrISP Instructor course 05E

This course is ideal for doctors who currently hold a post at ST5 (Specialty Training year five) or above. While you do not need to have completed the CCrISP Provider course, some previous experience in delivering medical training will be helpful, though it is not essential.

Eligibility requirements:

• You must hold a post at ST5 or above
• Completed pre-course familiarisation and MCQs with minimum 80% score 

 After attending this course, you will be able to: 

• explain how to develop a positive learning environment for CCrISP participants.
• use structured questioning techniques to promote clinical reasoning and participant engagement. 
• set up and deliver small-group and moulage scenarios in accordance with CCrISP standards, ensuring clarity, and learner engagement.
• deliver constructive, timely feedback using recognised feedback models during simulated teaching encounters.  
• assess participant performance using CCrISP criteria and provide clear, actionable feedback.
  
   

The CCrISP Instructor Course combines mandatory online learning with two days of interactive, in-person training. You will complete e-learning modules and a multiple-choice questionnaire before the course to build your theoretical knowledge and confidence. 

The face-to-face component uses practical demonstrations, discussion and feedback alongside  simulated scenarios, and group work. You will deliver short training sessions, run moulages, and receive feedback from experienced faculty. 

On day one, you will explore the ethos and structure of the CCrISP Provider course and apply the principles of adult learning theory to group teaching and moulage‑based education. You will work with mentors to identify your development needs, observe faculty demonstrations, and practise questioning, feedback and small group facilitation skills while teaching core CCrISP topics. You will also facilitate the Managing Complex Decisions and Virtual Night Shift sessions, developing confidence in managing learner dynamics and time pressures. 

On day two, you will focus on assessment, moulage delivery and supporting learners with differing levels of achievement. You will observe faculty moulage demonstrations and practise setting up, delivering and assessing scenarios, including managing difficult feedback conversations and supporting learners who are struggling. You will also develop an introductory understanding of how to deliver the START programme, applying the same evidence‑based teaching principles refined throughout the course. The course concludes with sessions on faculty responsibilities, course administration and progression to course director roles, followed by individual feedback and mentoring. 

Pre-course e-learning

You are expected to complete a set of mandatory pre‑learning activities before attending the Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient (CCrISP) course. These activities ensure you arrive with a solid foundation and are ready to take part fully in the practical elements of the programme. 

As part of your preparation, you are expected to: 

• complete mandatory e‑learning modules that introduce the core principles used throughout the course
• write a personal development plan to reflect on your current practice and identify areas for growth
• prepare to deliver group sessions and patient scenarios (moulage) using the materials provided alongside the faculty and participant handbooks to help you.

You will receive access to all required resources at least four weeks before your course date. The total preparation time is approximately 5–6 hours, and this work contributes to the CPD points awarded for the course. 

Follow-up e-learning

Complete the post-course online evaluation within 30 days of receiving the link.

Course assessment

This is an assessed course. You must:

• Score at least 80% on the CCrISP Provider MCQ's
• Attend all sessions of both face-to-face days
• Demonstrate effective teaching skills within a group session and moulage context

Successful participants are signed off as CCrISP Instructors and can teach on provider courses. 

If you arrive late and miss the 'About CCrISP Provider' session, you may be turned away.

View the full CCrISP Instructor programme.