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Diploma in Dermatology

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Please note that a diploma does not act as a qualification for a GPwSI – please refer to the section on GPwSI for training requirements

The University of Wales at Cardiff
Operates several courses for doctors. Please click here to be directed to the website. In brief the courses are as follows:

  • Diploma in Practical Dermatology – This course is for GPs who wish to increase their expertise in dealing with skin disease, and those interested in becoming a GPwSI
  • Diploma in Clinical Dermatology - This course is principally for overseas medical graduates but is also appropriate as an additional course to contribute to any dermatology specialist training programme
  • MPhil and PhD degree – This course if for doctors planning a career in dermatology and wishing to have extensive research experience leading to a higher degree

Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry
Operates two courses for doctors. Please click here to be directed to the website. In brief the courses are as follows:

  • Diploma in Clincial Dermatology – This course is for GPs who wish to increase their expertise in dealing with skin disease, and those interested in becoming a GPwSI
  • International Programme – This course is designed specifically for physicians working outside the United Kingdom who wish to develop a broad knowledge base in clinical dermatology for further specialisation

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
Operates one course for doctors. Please click here to be directed to the website. In brief the course is as follow:

Diploma in Dermatology – This diploma is suitable for GPs who have experience of working in a specialist dermatology department and who wish to increase their knowledge of dermatology in secondary care