These on-demand courses cover a wide range of general practice topics encountered in day-to-day clinical care. Designed with convenience in mind, they allow GPs to access relevant, practical learning whenever it suits their schedule

Sepsis remains a major public health challenge in Ireland, with over 12,323 documented cases and a mortality rate of 20.3% in 2024. General practitioners are uniquely positioned to assist in sepsis prevention, recognise early warning signs of sepsis, initiate timely management, and support patients through post-sepsis recovery.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 2 Accredited CE Credit and 0.5 day GMS study leave.

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Members, GP Trainees & Non-members – No fee
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This course provides a clear, practical overview of CKD in the primary care setting, emphasising the importance of early detection and risk reduction to improve long term patient outcomes.

The course covers the definition and diagnosis of chronic kidney disease, risk stratification to guide monitoring and referral decisions, and evidence based management strategies. By completing this programme, participants will gain greater confidence in recognising CKD, managing disease progression, and delivering proactive, patient centred care within general practice.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 1 Accredited CE Credit.

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Members, GP Trainees & Non-members – No fee
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The purpose of this course is to alert participants to bias that could affect the workplace in Ireland.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 1 Accredited CE Credit and 0.25 GMS Study Leave.
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Members, GP Trainees – No fee
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Non-members – Not available

Developed by GP and educator Dr Rajesh Rajpal, and peer reviewed by experienced clinicians, the course provides a practical, evidence based approach to interpreting common haematology results in primary care settings.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 2.5 Accredited CE Credit and 0.5 GMS Study Leave.
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Members, GP Trainees – No fee
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Non-members – Not available

Developed by Dr Dermot Nolan, who has previously worked with the College as the National Clinical Lead for Asthma, and peer reviewed by experienced clinicians, the course provides a practical, evidence-based approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of adult asthma in general practice, aligned with GINA 2025 guidance.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 2.5 Accredited CE Credit and 0.5 GMS Study Leave.
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Members, GP Trainees – No fee
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Non-members – Not available

Developed by GP and educator Dr Sharon McDonald, and peer reviewed by experienced clinicians, the course provides a practical, evidence-based approach to the assessment, monitoring and ongoing management of adults living with epilepsy in primary care settings. The course explores the important role of general practice in supporting people with epilepsy through medication management, safety assessments, mental health care, women's health, driving regulations and collaborative care with specialist epilepsy services.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 2.5 Accredited CE Credit and 0.5 GMS Study Leave.
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Members, GP Trainees – No fee
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Non-members – Not available

Developed by Dr Eamonn O'Shea, GP and Cardiovascular Clinical Lead for the Irish College of GPs, and Dr Salman Aslam and peer reviewed by experienced clinicians, the course provides a practical, evidence-based approach to recognising, assessing and managing heart failure in general practice.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 2.5 Accredited CE Credit and 0.5 GMS Study Leave.
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Members, GP Trainees – No fee
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Non-members – Not available

Developed by GP and College Clinical Lead for Diabetes Dr Lisa Devine, and peer reviewed by experienced clinicians, the course provides a practical, evidence-based approach to the assessment and management of people living with type 2 diabetes alongside multiple long-term conditions.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 2.25 Accredited CE Credit and 0.5 GMS Study Leave.
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Members, GP Trainees – No fee
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Non-members – Not available

Developed by GP and educator, Dr Neasa McDonagh, in collaboration with Dr Devesh Singh (CMO) and Dr Jean Murphy (Medical Assessor) from the Department of Social Protection as part of the GP Training blended learning programme, this course provides a practical overview of the Department of Social Protection (DSP) medical schemes and the GP’s role in supporting patients through the application and assessment process.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 2.5 Accredited CE Credit and 0.5 GMS Study Leave.
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Members, GP Trainees – No fee
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Non-members – Not available

Developed by GP and respiratory medicine lead Dr Shane McKeogh and reviewed by experienced clinicians, this course provides a practical, evidence-based approach to the diagnosis, assessment and management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in the general practice setting.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 2.5 Accredited CE Credit and 0.5 GMS Study Leave.
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Members, GP Trainees – No fee
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Non-members – Not available

Developed by GP and educator Dr Brendan O’Shea, this course provides a practical, compassionate, and patient-centred approach to supporting patients and families through life-limiting illness, end-of-life care and bereavement. Through realistic case-based learning, participants will explore the clinical, ethical and communication challenges involved in caring for patients approaching the end of life.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This course attracts 2.5 Accredited CE Credit and 0.5 GMS Study Leave.
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Members, GP Trainees – No fee
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Non-members – Not available