Clinical Education University of Galway

Overview

Clinical Education at University of Galway is a Level 9 course designed for health professionals who wish to develop their skills and competencies as a clinical educator.  

The diploma qualification requires you to complete six modules comprising core modules, which cover the essence of clinical education, and optional modules, which you can select from a suite. The diploma may be completed over one academic year from September to June, or over two academic years, whereby students take three modules in the first year and three modules in the second year.

The Masters in Clinical Education is a one-year Level 9 course designed to support health professionals who are interested in taking on leadership or scholarship roles within health professions education. 

Careers

The Clinical Education programme is designed for health professionals across disciplines who wish to become effective clinical educators. It supports career development in teaching, supervision, and leadership within healthcare education. 

1. Clinical Educator Roles 

Graduates are equipped to take on roles as: 

• Clinical supervisors

• Mentors and facilitators of student learning

• Educators in clinical settings across hospitals, universities, and training bodies