Law & Ethics for Nurses
Short course
10 hrs
Online
Course overview
In this 10-hour course, you’ll explore core ethical principles within South Africa's healthcare legislation, learn to uphold professional values and standards, and apply ethical reasoning in complex situations.
Gain practical skills in identifying and addressing misconduct, documenting unsafe practices, and influencing policy to foster a respectful and ethical work environment.
Who is this course for?
Required qualification
Course level
Develop your professional skills
Why choose this course?
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers all key concepts and skills, ensuring a deep and thorough understanding of the subject.
- Expert Developers: Learn from industry leaders and academic experts with years of real-world experience and insight.
- Flexible Learning Options: Our online courses provide the flexibility and convenience of learning in your own time, from the comfort of your home or office.
About the academic institution
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Students
27
Years
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Course developer
Prof Sarie Human fully endorses the vision and mission of the ANSA. She shows leadership in both Nursing Education and in the promotion of professional practice for nurses and midwives. She has been actively involved in the facilitation of quality Nursing Education at both the University of Pretoria and the University of South Africa since 1975. She is a strategic-level member of the Tuition Committees at the University of South Africa at Departmental, School, and College and Senate level. She has been consulted by NEIs on curriculation issues to comply with legislative changes. As a member of the South African Nursing Council, she has been a member of the Education Committee as well as the Laws, Practice and Standards Committee since 2009. During this time, she was actively involved in the development of innovative supporting documents to NEIs and education-related documents to enhance effectiveness and quality. Prof Human has completed research at national and international levels and has published extensively in national and international peer-reviewed journals and books. She has successfully supervised more than 30 postgraduate students.
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