Foundation for Professional Development

Medical Professionalism

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Short course

Course type

8 hrs

Study time

Online

Mode of learning

8 CPD points

8 Ethics
(70% average required)

Course overview

Medical Professionalism is an accredited 8 CPD-point course designed to explore the evolving role of the medical professional in today’s complex healthcare environment. Grounded in internationally recognised frameworks—including the Physician Charter by the ABIM Foundation, the King’s Fund report On Being a Doctor, and Wilkinson et al.’s Blueprint to Assess Professionalism—this course equips healthcare practitioners with a deep understanding of the ethical, civic, and professional responsibilities that define modern medical practice.

Participants will examine key topics such as altruism, patient-centered care, self-regulation, civic engagement, and the importance of maintaining competence in a rapidly changing world. Through critical reflection and practical insights, learners will cexplore how professionalism extends beyond individual patient care to include broader societal responsibilities.

The course concludes with a summative quiz, requiring a 70% pass mark to earn a certificate of completion.
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Who is this course for?

South African Healthcare Professionals and those who work in public health.

Required qualification

Healthcare Professional Degree; Public Health Degree

Course level

Beginner

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

Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) is a South African Private Institution of Higher Education established in October 1997 by the South African Medical Association and has been registered with the DHET since 2002.

580 000+
Students 

27
Years

110
countries

FPD contact info

  shortprog@foundation.co.za
  +27 (0) 12 110 4080

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Course Lessons

  • Certificate included

    Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a certificate of completion from the Foundation for Professional Development, a name synonymous with excellence in professional growth.

Course developer 

NextGenU
NextGenU provides open eduational resources for medical and public health graduate training. 
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Student testimonials

FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
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