Dermatology in Practice Certificate

Registration for Module 1, closes Monday, 07 September 2026, at 5 pm
Module Opens: Thursday 08 September 2026
Live Zoom Session: Thursday 22 September 2026 8 pm – 9 pm

Topics to include the following:

• Tips in taking a dermatology history and an introduction to the terminology used to best describe examination findings
• An introduction to emollients & useful dressings to optimise care.
• When and how to prescribe antihistamines, history taking, and management options available in chronic urticaria, overview of topical therapies in primary care and cryotherapy.

Registration for Bundle 1 Skin Lesions - closes Monday, 05 October 2026 at 5 pm

• Module 2 Opens: Tuesday, 06 October 2026
• Live Zoom Session: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 8 pm – 9 pm

Module 2: How to approach Non-Pigmented Skin Lesions in Primary Care
This module will cover: How to approach non-pigmented lesions. When and how to manage benign non-pigmented lesions. How to approach non-melanoma skin cancer in primary care. Management of non-melanoma skin cancer in primary care. A discussion on further management of non-melanoma skin cancer available in secondary care.

• Module 3 Opens: Tuesday, 10 November 2026
• Live Zoom Session: Tuesday, 24 November at 8 pm - 9 pm

Module 3: How to approach Pigmented Skin Lesions
This module will cover: How to approach non-melanocytic pigmented lesions in primary care. How to approach pigmented lesions in primary care. A discussion on therapies available in secondary care and referral pathways. Discussion on sun safety and skin cancer prevention.

Registration for Bundle 2 Demographic Subgroups - closes Monday, 30 November 2026 at 5 pm

• Module 4 Opens: Tuesday, 01 December 2026
• Live Zoom Session: Tuesday, 15 December at 8 pm

Module 4: Acne, Adolescent Skin and Skin of Colour
This module will cover: How to optimise management of acne in primary care. An introduction to skin of colour. Discussion on common presenting conditions, including hyper & hypopigmentation. 

• Module 5 Opens: Tuesday, 12 January 2026
• Live Zoom Session: Tuesday, 26 January at 8 pm

Module 5: Paediatric Dermatology
This module will cover: Vascular anomalies and infantile haemangioma. Common viral infections, Common bacterial infections. Common fungal and parasitic infections.

Registration for Module 6, closes Monday 08 February 2027 at 5pm
Module Opens: Thursday 09 February 2027
Live Zoom Session: Thursday 23 February 2027 8pm – 9pm

This module will cover: safe initiation and optimal management of acne using isotretinoin for GPs, incorporating 

• Diagnosis and patient selection
• Isotretinoin initiation and dosing
• Medication management
• Pregnancy prevention
• Mental health implications 

Registration for Bundle 3 Inflammatory Dermatotis - closes Monday, 08 March 2027 at 5 pm

• Module 7 Opens: Tuesday, 09 March 2027
• Live Zoom Session: Tuesday, 23 March at 8 pm

Module 7: Eczema & Contact Dermatitis
This module will cover: Atopic dermatitis. Contact dermatitis and Occupational skin disease. Napkin dermatitis. Peri-orifical dermatitis. 

• Module 8 Opens: Tuesday, 13 April 2027
• Live Zoom Session: Tuesday, 27 April at 8 pm

Module 8: Psoriasis
This module will cover: Tips in diagnosis and optimising our management of psoriasis in primary care. An overview of further therapeutic options available in secondary care. Case discussion. 

• Module 9 Opens: Tuesday, 11 May 2027
• Live Zoom Session: Tuesday, 25 May at 8 pm

Module 9: Rosacea and hidradenitis suppurativa
This module will cover: Recognition and management of Rosacea and Hidradenitis suppurativa in primary care. Discussion on further treatments available in secondary care. How to optimise our management in acute and chronic presentations of hidradenitis suppurativa. 

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.

This course has been developed for GP's that are in Practice in Ireland.

• Pre-module and post-module learning needs multiple choice assessment.
• A blend of pre-module reading and viewing of pre-recorded content.
• Live interactive webinar including Q&A with subject matter experts.
• Participants have the option to post, review, and participate in anonymised clinical cases via a moderated discussion forum. 

• 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; safe prescribing of Isotretinoin in primary care; 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

• Live interactive webinar including Q&A attendance.
• Pre course and post course learning needs assessments
• Participation in discussion boards
• 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 2025 – 2026; this is not a mandatory requirement for the course itself.

Each Module attracts 4 Accredited CE credits and 0.5-day GMS study leave