Advanced Certificate in the Principles of Orthopaedics

An Induction to the Speciality of Trauma and Orthopaedics.

This online on-demand course by Orthopaedic Academy covers everything you need to know as a doctor working in Orthopaedic Surgery, including:

The course also includes practical tips on :

• Common joint injections
• Plastering
• Reading radiographs
• Fracture manipulation

The Principles of Orthopaedics course is accredited for 12 CPD points by the Royal College of Surgeons.

How it works:

The course is delivered as a series of 17 pre-recorded modules to cover the essential knowledge and skills required.

You can take each module and complete the assessment at your own time .

Successfully Complete 12 modules to receive a full course completion certificate (Equivalent to 12 CPD hours)

The CPD certificate is provided by Orthopaedic Academy and approved by the Royal College of Surgeons and the CPD Certification Service.

Course Modules

Learning Outcomes

This course is designed to give an overview of the following:

• Essential orthopaedic conditions
• Clinical scenarios and case discussions
• Practical skills that a doctor or practitioner may encounter while working in Trauma & Orthopaedics

Target audience

• Medical Students 
• Hospital Doctors: Foundation Doctors, Core Trainees, Trust Doctors, Clinical Fellows, Residents
• General Practitioners
• A&E doctors 
• Useful aid to prepare for MRCS & MRCEM Exams  
• Physiotherapists , Osteopaths and Chiropractors 
• Advanced Nurse Practitioners 
• All Healthcare professionals with an interest in Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal care