Dermatology in Practice

This interactive, blended and modular course is designed for GPs to provide a sound understanding of common dermatological presentations in general practice and enable the successful management of patients' dermatological problems. Choose to complete the entire course or to choose specific modules during the year. Each module attracts 4 CPD credits and 0.5 day GMS study leave.

The course is aligned with the Dermatology National Clinical Programme (NCP) objectives and with the National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP).

The course introduction will include how to diagnose/describe lesions, rashes and so on and will use a variety of educational formats including infographics, high res tool, recordings, pre module MCQs, discussion boards and live webinars with interactive case based question and answer sessions.

Course fees

Full course

• Member - €1,070
• Non Member - €1,700

Fee per module

• Member - €120
• Non Member- €200

Course Director: Dr Siobhán Twohig
Course Co-ordinator: Education Department, ICGP
For further information, please contact us 

The course will commence in September 2023 and run one module per month until June 2024. Pre reading and other elearning content will be available online in advance of each module. Participants are expected to attend the live webinar plus Q&A session per module, which will generally be held at 8pm on a Tuesday evening.

Participants will have the option to complete the entire course or to choose specific modules during the year.

• Full course registration is now closed
• Admission deadlines and further information for each module are available in the next section on this page

Who is this course suitable for?
All GPs who wish to increase their learning in dermatology; GPs in training who wish to augment their training in this area of interest; Practice Nurses with an interest in dermatology

How will it be taught?

• Pre-course and post-course learning needs assessment
• A blend of pre-module reading and viewing of recorded content
• Live interactive webinar including Q&A with subject matter experts
• Participants will be expected to post anonymised clinical cases for discussion via a moderated discussion forum
• Webinar recordings will be available to full course participants throughout the year

What will I learn?

• The course will provide evidence-based knowledge on common dermatology issues in primary care including pigmented lesions; non-pigmented lesions; basal cell cancer (BCC) & squamous cell cancer (SCC) & actinic keratosis; dermatology therapy; acne; psoriasis; eczema & hand dermatitis; rosacea & hidradenitis suppurativa; paediatric dermatology; dermatology in skin of colour
• Participants will receive evidence-based learning on best practice and signposting to relevant guidelines
• The course promotes effective communication skills, discusses ethical considerations in the consultation including confidentiality and informed consent, promotes good record keeping and patient-centred care
• Criteria for referral, investigation and follow up will be highlighted
• Learning needs will be addressed through pre module MCQs and post module MCQs

How will the course/module be assessed?

• Live interactive webinar including Q&A attendance
• Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Participation in discussions board
• Audit/quality improvement project*

*Participants may use their learning from the course to complete an audit/quality improvement project that meets this requirement for PCS in 2023 – 2024; this is not a mandatory requirement for the course itself.