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What this course covers

Ethics in healthcare: Learn common scenarios is an online CPD course for healthcare professionals who want practical evidence for interviews, portfolios, appraisal, and career progression. It combines structured teaching with short activities so learners can record relevant development without losing sight of real NHS workplace expectations.

The course includes 4 modules, 23 videos, 7 readings, and 4 knowledge checks. It is designed to be completed online, with an estimated duration of 3-5 hours andAwaiting confirmation CPD points available on completion.

Use the course certificate and notes as supporting evidence when discussing audit, quality improvement, communication, ethics, reflective practice, or other NHS-relevant development in applications and interviews.

Learning outcomes

  • Understand and apply the four fundamental principles of biomedical ethics.
  • Recognize and navigate ethical dilemmas that arise in healthcare settings.
  • Employ ethical reasoning and decision-making frameworks effectively.
  • Explore the historical context and development of biomedical ethics in modern healthcare.
  • Understand the importance of patient confidentiality and privacy in healthcare.
  • Navigate scenarios involving breaches of confidentiality, including social media use in healthcare settings.

Who this is for

This course is suitable for NHS applicants, doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, healthcare support workers, international medical graduates, and anyone building a clearer CPD record for healthcare recruitment.

How to use it

After completing the course, save the certificate in your portfolio and connect the learning to specific examples from practice. That makes the CPD evidence more useful when writing supporting statements or answering interview questions.

Module preview

Foundations of Biomedical Ethics

Lay the groundwork for ethical practice by exploring the core principles of biomedical ethics.

Confidentiality and Privacy

This module focuses on the maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy in healthcare, exploring the nuances of information handling and ethical best practices.

Informed Consent and Patient Autonomy

This module focuses on informed consent in healthcare, emphasizing the complexities of consent in various clinical scenarios.

Professional Boundaries and Professional Conduct

This module explores the ethical aspects of professional boundaries and conduct in healthcare, including addressing workplace challenges and maintaining ethical integrity in various scenarios.