The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

• 6 Months
• 9 Months

Online

In order to apply you should have either:

• Level 3 NQF/QCF/RQF Diploma / Certificate / Award or GCE/GCSE or any equivalent qualification and OR;
• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

1. Unit 1: Introduction to Medical Ethics
   • Overview of medical ethics principles
   • Historical perspectives on medical ethics
   • Ethical theories and frameworks
2. Unit 2: Patient Rights and Advocacy
   • Understanding patient rights
   • Advocacy skills in healthcare settings
   • Legal and ethical considerations in patient advocacy
3. Unit 3: Ethical Decision-Making in Healthcare
   • Steps in ethical decision-making process
   • Identifying ethical dilemmas in healthcare
   • Applying ethical principles to real-life scenarios
4. Unit 4: Professional Ethics and Codes of Conduct
   • Professional ethics in healthcare professions
   • Codes of conduct for healthcare professionals
   • Ethical responsibilities towards patients and colleagues
5. Unit 5: End-of-Life Care and Ethical Issues
   • Ethical considerations in end-of-life care
   • Palliative care principles and practices
   • Decision-making in end-of-life situations
6. Unit 6: Ethics in Research and Clinical Trials
   • Ethical principles in medical research
   • Informed consent and participant rights
   • Ethical oversight and regulations in clinical trials
7. Unit 7: Contemporary Ethical Issues in Healthcare
   • Ethical challenges in modern healthcare
   • Addressing cultural and religious diversity in ethical decision-making
   • Ethical implications of emerging technologies in healthcare

 

 

 

 

Assessment is via assignment submission

The fee for the programme is as follows:

• 6 Months - Accelerated mode @ GBP £1350
• 9 Months - Standard mode @ GBP £1050

The programme offers following fee payment plans:

6 Months programme
● Payment option (a): GBP £450 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1282.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 Months programme
● Payment option (c): GBP £210 x 5 monthly instalments
● Payment option (d): GBP £525 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £997.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

The qualification is delivered by London School of International Business (LSIB) and it is awarded by an Ofqual-regulated Awarding Body. All of the qualifications are listed on the Ofqual register.