Courses

RCSEd offers a wide range of courses for healthcare professionals at every career stage

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The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh offers a diverse range of courses designed for healthcare professionals, covering a wide array of surgical specialties and dentistry. These courses are available not only at the Edinburgh campus but also in numerous locations across the UK and internationally, providing a broad reach. Additionally, RCSEd offers online courses, ensuring accessibility for candidates worldwide, enabling them to access high-quality education regardless of their location.

Course Calendar

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RCSEd Course Categories

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Course Calendar

Browse the diverse range of courses available at RCSEd.

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  • Non-Technical Skills for Surgeons (NOTSS) (Edinburgh)

  • COSMOS (Consultation Skills that Matter for Surgeons) – Module B

  • COSMOS (Consultation Skills that Matter for Surgeons) – Module A

  • Surgical Anatomy of the Head and Neck: A Study Day (MRCS Level- Wade) (Online)

  • Clinical Research Methodology in a Nutshell (Edinburgh)

  • Advanced Laparoscopic Suturing Course (Edinburgh)

  • Edinburgh Aortic Course - Principles of Open Aortic Surgery (Edinburgh)


External Courses and Accreditation

Find more details about courses accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and courses provided by external organisations.

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RCSEd Course Accreditation

Having a course accredited by the College demonstrates that it meets the same rigorous internal quality assurance processes as those within the College’s educational portfolio. Applicants are required to submit an accreditation application form, along with supporting documentation.

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RCSEd Centre Accreditation

Having a centre accredited by the College demonstrates that it meets the same rigorous internal quality assurance processes as the teaching spaces within the College.

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RCSEd Educational Quality Assurance Services

The College has a longstanding reputation for offering the highest standards of surgical education and training activity, both nationally and internationally. To maintain and enhance these standards, we offer two quality assurance services through RCSEd CPD approval and RCSEd Accreditation for external educational activities.

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Lifelong Learning & Continuing Professional Development

RCSEd is committed to supporting its membership by providing guidance and resources for lifelong surgical professional development, including CPD.


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