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Understanding Medical Law

Understanding Medical Law

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Highlights

  • On-Demand course

  • 3 hours

  • All levels

Description

Explore the critical aspects of medical law through this comprehensive course. Begin with an introduction to medical law before diving into the legislation governing access to health, medical reports, and treatment. Delve into extensive coverage of public health and health service regulations, mental health laws, abortion legislation, adult support, and the impact of coronavirus. This course also includes additional pertinent legislations, providing a thorough understanding of the legal landscape in healthcare.

Key Features:

  • CPD Certified

  • Free Certificate from Reed

  • CIQ Approved

  • Developed by Specialist

  • Lifetime Access

Students in this programme will explore various aspects of medical law, covering topics such as access to healthcare, medical treatment, and reports. They will study legislation related to public health services, including its different facets and implications. The course also covers mental health laws, including both general and specialised requirements. Additionally, learners will examine laws concerning abortion, adult support services, and recent legislation related to coronavirus.

The course concludes with an overview of other relevant legal frameworks, providing a comprehensive understanding of how laws impact medical practices and healthcare delivery. Through these studies, students will gain insights into the legal rights and responsibilities within the healthcare sector, preparing them to navigate complex legal issues that arise in medical contexts.

Course Curriculum:

  • Module 01: An Introduction to Medical Law

  • Module 02: Legislation on Access to Health, Medical Report, Treatment

  • Module 03: Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 1)

  • Module 04: Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 2)

  • Module 05: Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 3)

  • Module 06: Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 4)

  • Module 07: Legislation on Mental Health (Part 1)

  • Module 08: Legislation on Mental Health (Part 2)

  • Module 09: Legislation on Abortion

  • Module 10: Legislation on Adult Support

  • Module 11: Legislation on Coronavirus

  • Module 12: Other Legislation (Part 1)

  • Module 13: Other Legislation (Part 2)

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify key principles in medical law and their applications in healthcare.

  • Analyse legislation concerning access to health services and medical treatment.

  • Evaluate regulations impacting public health services in the UK context.

  • Examine legal frameworks surrounding mental health and their implications.

  • Discuss statutory provisions governing abortion and adult support services.

  • Summarise the legislative responses to health crises like the coronavirus pandemic.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

  • Understanding Medical Law 2:57:45 1: Module 01: An Introduction to Medical Law 07:21 2: Module 02: Legislation on Access to Health, Medical Report, Treatment 12:35 3: Module 03: Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 1) 12:50 4: Module 04: Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 2) 15:59 5: Module 05: Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 3) 13:42 6: Module 06: Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 4) 17:09 7: Module 07: Legislation on Mental Health (Part 1) 14:48 8: Module 08: Legislation on Mental Health (Part 2) 16:43 9: Module 09: Legislation on Abortion 12:20 10: Module 10: Legislation on Adult Support 15:36 11: Module 11: Legislation on Coronavirus 13:49 12: Module 12: Other Legislation (Part 1) 11:02 13: Module 13: Other Legislation (Part 2) 12:51 14: CPD Certificate - Free 01:00

Who is this course for?
  • Healthcare professionals seeking legal knowledge relevant to medical practice.

  • Legal professionals aiming to specialise in healthcare and medical law.

  • Policy analysts are interested in understanding healthcare legislation in depth.

  • Students pursuing degrees in healthcare management or public health.

  • Individuals involved in healthcare advocacy and patient rights organisations.

Career path
  • Healthcare Policy Analyst

  • Medical Law Consultant

  • Public Health Advocate

  • Legislative Affairs Specialist

  • Healthcare Compliance Officer

  • Patient Rights Advocate

Certificates

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

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