The IPCS course is broken down into 5 fortnightly modules. Each module is 2.5 hours and includes training, group discussions and assigning tasks. You will be issued with all handouts, checklists and tools required to complete tasks between modules. On completion of the 5 modules a robust documented management system will be in place. You will then be issued with an improvements programme to implement the standard and put practice systems in place over the following 6 months before going for external certification.
- Introduction to the Management System / Primary care Standard
- Module list & Document filing system
- Safety statement including Governance, resources, roles, responsibility, accountability and authority
- Mission Statement & Patient Charter.
- Risk Assessment and management of risk
- Legal Requirements & Legislative Register
- Continuous Improvement & Performance Monitoring
- IPCS Systems improvements
- Clinical register and audits
- Internal Audit & Management Review
- Staff Qualifications, Competence and Training
- Family and Patient Education
Communication, Participation, Consultation, Confidentiality and Informed consent
- Internal and external communications
- Consultations and participation
- Patient rights
- Informed consent
- Research and ethics
- Interaction with the Local Community
- Medical & Laboratory Services
- Clinical Processes & Procedures
- Procedures
- Infection & Hygiene Control
- Assessment of Patients
- Teamwork
- Terminal Care
- Medication
- Facility & Contractor Control.
- Internal Audits
- Waste Management
- Emergency preparedness and response
- Non Conformance Reporting-accidents, incidents, adverse events and near misses
- KPI’s & Financial Management: Online tutorial on maximising Practice income
