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Goal of CPD programme ‘to bridge the digital divide in healthcare’
Equipping healthcare professionals with the AI skills needed for modern clinical practice is the aim of a new course developed by universities in Ireland, Finland and Spain.
‘Generative AI Essentials for Healthcare’ is a continuous professional development programme that aims to give healthcare staff real-world, evidence-based training on how to integrate AI into their daily work.
Developed under the SUSA (Sustainable Healthcare with Digital Health Data Competence) project, the course has been designed by Trinity College Dublin’s School of Medicine, in collaboration with the University of Oulu and Universidad de Sevilla.
“AI is already reshaping healthcare, and as a leading academic institution, Trinity is committed to ensuring that healthcare professionals are equipped to adapt and lead,” said TCD Prof Colin Doherty.
“This course marks the beginning of a series of initiatives aimed at integrating AI into medical education and practice in a responsible and evidence-based way.”
The course will feature case studies showcasing the impact of AI in clinical decision-making, as well as providing hands-on experience in tools such as ChatGPT and CoPilot.
The issue of ethical considerations and regulatory compliance in AI-driven healthcare will also be discussed, with a blended learning format combining online content with live expert-led sessions.
“This course isn’t just about learning AI, it’s about applying it in a way that improves both patient care and the way we work,” said Dr Guido Giunti, associate professor of digital health at the University of Oulu.
“It’s funny how as a student I used to dream about integrating AI into healthcare, but this is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s a present necessity.”
Prof Juan Ramón Lacalle of Universidad de Sevilla added: “Artificial intelligence is not static—new advancements happen every day. That’s why this course is designed to evolve. Our collective goal is to bridge the digital divide in healthcare.”
The ‘Generative AI Essentials for Healthcare’ CPD course is now open for enrolment. For more details and to register, visit Trinity College Dublin’s course page.