Course Description:
Critical Care Medicine is a specialized branch of medicine that focuses on the management of critically ill patients, including those with life-threatening conditions, severe trauma, or organ failure. It is also referred to as Intensive Care Medicine. The Certificate in Critical Care equips medical professionals with the knowledge and skills required to assess, stabilize, and manage patients in critical condition, including trauma cases and complex emergencies.
An online critical care course with certification will help medical professionals enhance their decision-making abilities, improve patient outcomes in emergency settings, and respond confidently to rapidly changing clinical situations. It also prepares them to work effectively in intensive care units (ICUs), emergency departments, and trauma centers.
The Certificate in Critical Care online course offered by MediCOLL Learning enhances participants' knowledge and understanding of critical care medicine.
It equips medical professionals to deliver more efficient, patient-centered care and make timely medical decisions in life-threatening situations. Additionally, the course offers flexible online classes, allowing participants to continue working while simultaneously upskilling.
Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:
Complete Clinical Curriculum: The program has a comprehensive curriculum covering all the key topics necessary to elevate your knowledge and advance your medical career.
Learn at your convenience with live/recorded Sessions: Our flexible schedules are tailored to meet the needs of working professionals, while expertly curated course materials provide thorough coverage of all essential topics.
International Standard Resources: All study materials are curated from reputable sources such as the NIH and other trusted institutions, ensuring comprehensive, high-quality content without any gaps in learning.
Boost Your Career Trajectory: The curriculum is crafted by experienced clinicians to equip you with advanced knowledge, helping you stay ahead in your field and become a recognized expert in the medical field.
Module 1 : Introduction to critical care medicine
Resuscitation and initial management of acutely ill
ICU investigations and drugs
Acid base abnormalities
Sedatives in ICU
Electrolyte abnormalities
Nutritional assessment and support
The ICU record
Basic monitoring
Introduction to microbiology in ICU
Antibiotic stewardship in critical care
An alternative approach to acid-base abnormalities in critically ill
Module 2 : Cardiovascular Diseases
Shock
Classification of Shock
Shock management
Heart Failure
Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aortic Dissection
Hypertensive crisis
Cardiac Emergency Management
Cardiomyopathies
Screening for Heart Disease
Pericardial Disease
Infective Endocarditis (IE)
Acute Aortic Syndromes
Aortic Trauma
Cardiac Effects of Acute Pulmonary Embolism
Coronary Interventions
Cardiac MRI Anatomy and MRA
Cardiac Nuclear Medicine Studies
Normal Cardiac CT
Variations in Pulmonary Vascular Patterns
Complications of Myocardial Infarct
Pulmonary Stenosis and Atresia with Intact Septum
Grown-Up Congenital Heart Disease
Single Ventricle Heart Conditions
Coronary Artery Pathology
An Introduction to Heart Failure and Valve Disease
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention and Rehabilitation
Heart Valve Disease - Diagnosis and management in primary care
Heart Valve Disease - Endocarditis
Heart Valve Disease - Introduction
Heart Valve Disease - Treatment and follow up
Module 3 : Oncology problems
Imaging of Lung Cancer
Spinal Tumours
Surface Lesion of Bone
Oesophagus: Staging of Tumours
Tumours of the Oesophagus: Treatments
Colorectal Cancer: Follow-Up and Treatment, Management of Recurrence
Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Staging of Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Gynaecological Cancer: Imaging in Follow-Up
Clinical Aspects, Epidemiology and Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer
Staging Prostate Cancer
Malignant Testicular Tumours
Primary Tumours of the Spinal Cord
Spinal Extramedullary Tumours
Colorectal Cancer 18 FDG PET/CT
Gastro-oesophageal Cancer 18 FDG PET/CT
Carcinogenesis
Module 4 : Haematology
Causes of anaemia associated with breathlessness
Anaemia and breathlessness
Anticoagulation in pregnancy
Spontaneous bleeding
Module 5 : Pulmonary Diseases
History of acute asthma
Assessing severity of acute asthma
Chronic asthma
Asthma guidelines and inhaler technique
Differentiating COPD and asthma
Interstitial lung disease and the acute medical take
Investigation and management of interstitial lung disease
Symptoms and signs of pulmonary embolism at initial presentation
Pathway to diagnosing interstitial lung disease
Difficulties of treating interstitial lung disease
Interstitial lung disease case studies
New lung cancer diagnosis and management
Variability of lung cancer presentations
Presenting features of pulmonary embolism
Common causes of pulmonary diseases
Managing pulmonary embolism special circumstances
Risk factors for pulmonary embolism
Definition and description of bronchiectasis
Mechanisms behind haemoptysis in bronchiectasis
Rarer causes of haemoptysis
Investigation and management of rarer causes of haemoptysis
Common and serious respiratory causes of cough
Importance of good history
Taking an occupational history
Module 6 : Gastrointestinal Diseases
The Gastro-Oesophageal Junction, Hiatus Hernia and Reflux Disease
Oesophagus: Tumours of the Oesophagus
Common Clinical Problems: Managing Abdominal Radiological Emergencies
Postoperative Appearances of the Oesophagus
Post-operative Appearances of the Stomach and Small Bowel
Gastrostomy Insertion
Non-Neoplastic Disorders of the Stomach and Duodenum
Small Bowel: Barium Examination of the Small Bowel
Crohn's Disease
Small Bowel: Diffuse and Multi-system Diseases of the Small Bowel
Small Bowel: Structural and Vascular Abnormalities of the Small Bowel
Abdominal Radiographs: Uses, Limitations, Techniques and Normal Anatomy
Malignant Tumours of the Small Bowel
Small Bowel: G-I Stromal Tumours (Hollow Organ and Mesentery)
Small Bowel Obstruction
Colon Evacuation Proctography and Pelvic Floor Anatomy
Endoanal Ultrasound and Anal/Rectal MRI (Non-Malignant) Fistula Disease
Colon: Diverticular Disease of the Colon
Idiopathic Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Upper GI Normal Anatomy and Techniques: Endoscopic Ultrasound
Colorectal Cancer: Follow-Up and Treatment, Management of Recurrence
Colon: Other Miscellaneous Disorders of the Colon
Further Diseases of the Appendix
Imaging and Intervention of Solid Viscera Techniques
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract: Normal Anatomy
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract: Examination Techniques of the Biliary Tree
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract: Staging of Cholangiocarcinoma
Gall bladder and Biliary Tract: Inflammatory Conditions of the Biliary Tract
Normal Liver Anatomy and Examination Techniques
Anomalies and Anatomic Variants of the Liver
Liver: Benign Lesions of the Liver - Haemangioma, Cysts
Liver: Malignant Tumours of the Liver - Hepatoma
Malignant Tumours of the Liver: Others
Management of Hepatic Malignancies
Infectious and Other Non-Neoplastic Conditions of the Liver
Liver: Cirrhosis and NASH
Liver: Vascular Disorders of the Liver and Splanchnic Circulation
Liver: Vascular Disorders of the Liver and Splanchnic Circulation - Intervention
Abdominal Trauma
Pancreas: Normal Anatomy and Examination Techniques, Anomalies and Anatomic Variants
Oesophagus: Motility Disorders of the Oesophagus
Pancreas: Pancreatitis Diagnosis (Acute)
Pancreas: Pancreatitis Diagnosis (Chronic)
Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Other Pancreatic Neoplasms
Staging of Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Spleen: Normal Anatomy and Examination Techniques
The Abnormal Spleen
Module 7 : Renal Diseases
Goodpasture's disease signs and symptoms
Causes of nocturia
Definitions of chronic kidney disease
Management of chronic kidney disease
Causes of dysuria
Investigation and management of urinary tract infection
Investigation and management of acute kidney injury
Investigation and management of haematuria
Renal replacement therapy in critical care
ACP and different illness trajectories
Case study: end-stage renal disease
Discussing 'Do Not Attempt CPR' decisions
Framework for end-of-life care in advanced kidney disease
Symptom management complicated by coexisting conditions
The management of diabetes at the end of life
AKI - Differential Diagnosis
AKI - Fluid Resuscitation
AKI - Life-threatening Complications
CKD - Hypertension in CKD
Module 8 : Neurological Diseases
Coma
Headtrauma
Spinal cord injury
Chronic cord compression: Examination findings
Definition of stroke
Stroke differential diagnosis in younger patients
Stroke: Where is the lesion?
How to take a headache history
Parkinson's disease: Classical symptoms and signs
Parkinsonism
Parkinson's disease: Diagnosis, investigation, management
Clinical findings associated with spinal cord compression
Causes of acute spinal cord compression
Spinal cord compression
The vestibular system and its connections
All about uncompensated vestibular disorders
Types of speech disturbance
Areas of the brain and associated speech disturbances
Brain tumours affecting speech: Types, treatment, management
Dealing with the unconscious patient
Management of acute back pain
Safe sedation
First fit: Investigation and management
Module 9 : Infectious Diseases
Signs and symptoms of viral encephalitis
All about HSV encephalitis
Investigation and management of urinary tract infection
Management of the septic patient
Investigation and management of Sepsis
e-Assessment - UTI
Urinary Tract Infections
Standard 15: Infection Prevention and Control e-Learning
Social Distancing, Hand Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment
Taking Care of Residents and Yourselves
Taking Care of the Environment
Leprosy
Lyme Disease
Subcutaneous Mycoses and Other Mycoses
Infectious Blisters
Cutaneous Leishmaniasis
Dermatological Presentations of COVID-19
Staphylococcal Related Skin Disorders
Acute Wound Infections
Chronic Osteomyelitis in the Lower Limb
Finger Tip Infections
Care of airway equipment
Hand washing
Safe sharps disposal
Pneumococcal Infections in HIV
Tuberculosis
Herpes Infections
Cytomegalovirus
Cryptosporidiosis and Microsporidiosis
Herpes Infections
Cytomegalovirus
Cryptosporidiosis and Microsporidiosis
Genital Lumps
Differential Diagnosis of Anogenital Warts
Anogenital Warts
Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN)
VIN, PIN and VAIN
Infection Prevention and Control
At MediCOLL Learning, we understand the challenges and support required on the journey towards excellence in a medical career. Our mission is to help you enhance your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and build the confidence needed to thrive in the ever-evolving and competitive medical field.
Here’s why choosing MediCOLL Learning can be your stepping stone to success.
The certificate is a 6-month online certificate program. The participants will be provided with structured learning modules throughout the period. On completion, a certificate will be provided.
The program is open to MBBS graduates, MD, DNB, FNB and current residents in healthcare. Final students in MBBS and international medical students can apply for this certificate course.
A Certificate in Critical Care opens up valuable career opportunities for medical professionals working in high-pressure environments. It equips them with the knowledge and skills needed to manage life-threatening conditions. This certification is especially beneficial for MBBS graduates, general physicians, and emergency medicine practitioners looking to strengthen their ability to care for critically ill patients. It can also serve as a stepping stone toward further specialization in critical care medicine.
Participants are provided with ongoing academic guidance, regular sessions for clearing doubts, and technical support to facilitate seamless learning on the online platform.
You can reach out to the MediCOLL Learning support team for any questions, feedback, or suggestions through our official email, helpline number, or support portal mentioned on the website. You will be assisted immediately by a support representative.
Yes, MediCOLL Learning collaborates with reputed global institutions and healthcare partners such as eIntegrity, CPD, RCP, NHS, and Mangalayatan University to offer this certificate.
Yes, upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a 24-week completion certificate from MediCOLL Learning.
Yes, the hybrid format allows working professionals to manage the online component at their convenience, making it ideal for practicing doctors or those preparing for postgraduate exams.
Yes, international medical graduates (IMGs) are welcome to apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and demonstrate proficiency in English.
The online phase includes live and recorded video lectures, case-based discussions, access to study materials via the Learning Management System (LMS), and MCQs for evaluation.
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