Graduate Certificate in Ethics (Health Care)(NFQ Level 9)

Graduate Certificate in Ethics (Health Care)

The Graduate Certificate in Ethics (Health Care) is jointly coordinated by MDI, DCU Institute of Ethics and DCU School of Nursing and Human Sciences. This interdisciplinary course provides participants with knowledge, skills and competencies in the specialised area of Health Care Ethics to address various ethical issues, challenges and dilemmas that emerge in the daily context of the delivery of health care. Lectures are driven by a creative and active integration between theory and practice, which is facilitated by collaborative group learning, discussions, debate and analysis of various case scenarios. The Graduate Certificate in Ethics (Health Care) is offered on a part-time basis over one year.

The programme is specifically targeted towards nursing and medical professionals and other allied health care practitioners who are interested in learning about ethics in general and health care ethics in particular. It would also be of interest to those who sit on research ethics committees and clinical ethics committees.

The course addresses a number of topics including:• Advocacy• Autonomy and Consent• Concept of Care• Ethical Theories• Ethical Decision-Making: Principles & Frameworks • Human Dignity and Human Rights• Moral Concepts, Reasoning & Argumentation• Privacy and Confidentiality• Resource Allocation• Technology in Health Care

Who is this programme for?

The programme is of a modular design. Participants will be required to complete three 10-credits taught modules:

• Introduction to Ethics• Health Care Ethics• Global Bioethics

Programme Modules

This module provides an introduction to ethics to enable course participants to further explore key contemporary ethical issues. It examines how ethical theories, value systems and principles influence ethical decision-making and provide frameworks for ethical reasoning and analysis.

Introduction to Ethics

This module provides a comprehensive overview of the field of health care ethics. The nature of health care and the ethical dimension of health care practice are examined; as will key concepts which are said to underpin clinical practice in medicine, nursing and allied disciplines.

Health Care Ethics

This module examines contemporary bioethical issues and develops further skills in applying ethical theories and models to practical settings. The module applies various ethical principles to contemporary bioethical issues, exposing students to a broad range of topical problems.

Global Bioethics

1 Year part-time

Application forms are available on www.materdei.ie/ethics-health-care

Alternatively, applications forms are available by contacting:

Alternatively, please contact: Postgraduate Admissions OfficeMater Dei Institute of EducationClonliffe RoadDublin 3T: (01) 808 6518E: mdi.admissions@dcu.ie

For application closing dates please visit: www.materdei.ie/ethics-health-care Apply early to secure a place on the programme.

How do I apply?

The general criteria for entry to this taught postgraduate programme is that applicants normally hold an honours primary degree and/or a professional qualification with significant work experience.

Entry Requirements

Applications must be accompanied by a non- refundable application fee of €25 (Cheques should be made payable to Mater Dei Institute of Education).

Upon receipt of an offer of a place a non-refundable deposit of €500 is payable in advance.

Application

The course is delivered by:

• Academic staff from Mater Dei Institute of Education• Academic staff from DCU Institute of Ethics • Academic staff from DCU School of Nursing and

Human Sciences

Who will deliver the programme?

The Graduate Certificate in Ethics (Health Care) is a one-year, part-time, programme. The programme commences in September 2015.

Scheduling

If you want to find out more about the programme, please contact Postgraduate Admission Office (01 808 6518, mdi.admissions@dcu.ie).

Alternatively, please contact:

Pathway Coordinator and Joint Chairof the Programme Board Dr Alan KearnsLecturer, MDIT: (01) 808 6529E: alan.kearns@dcu.ie

Joint Chair of the Programme Board Professor Bert GordijnDirector of Institute of Ethics, DCUT: (01) 700 6140E: bert.gordijin@dcu.ie

Want to find out more?

The Institute of Ethics was established in 2008 toplay a leading role in raising public awareness of, andstimulating debate about, ethical issues. The Institute is concerned with ethical decision- making across a wide range of disciplines, including business, technology, politics, media, healthcare, life-sciences and education and seeks to contribute to national and internationaldebates of concern to the public.

DCU Institute of Ethics

Mater Dei Institute of Education (MDI) is a College of Dublin City University. MDI specialises in teacher education, theology, religious studies, ethics, Irish studies, philosophy and the humanities. MDI seeks to develop in graduates a capacity for creative thought, critical openness and rigorous intellectual inquiry.

MDI

The School of Nursing and Human Sciences is a dynamic and rapidly growing school that has developed a number of exciting undergraduate programmes in Nursing, Psychology and Health. These programmes are delivered by enthusiastic and innovative academics that are committed to offering a suite of programmes which prepare students for the real world. Our graduates possess advanced skills such as independent learning, problem solving, communication skills and prioritisation techniques, thus enhancing their employability.

School of Nursing and Human Sciences

The DCU Incorporation Programme

Mater Dei Institute of Education (MDI), St. Patrick’s College, Drumcondra (SPD), and the Church of Ireland College of Education (CICE) are planning to become part of DCU from 2016.

Please visit www.dcuincorporation.ie for more information.