Ethical Challenges and Responsibilities in Nursing (Classroom and Asynchronous e-learning)
About This Course
This course equips learners with essential skills to navigate complex ethical dilemmas beyond direct patient care. Learners will develop competencies in managerial ethics, financial stewardship, vendor relations, and medicolegal responsibilities, while addressing challenges in mental health and capacity, including advance directives and “best interests” decisions. By integrating legal frameworks and ethical principles, the course strengthens decision-making and professional integrity. Relevant to evolving healthcare demands, it prepares nurses for leadership roles, enhances employability, and supports career progression through deeper ethical competence. Learners gain practical strategies to uphold standards, fostering trust and accountability in diverse healthcare environments.
What You'll Learn
1. Analyse the ethical considerations in managerial responsibilities and professional interactions.
2. Analyse the ethical considerations and role conflict when the nurse is a patient
3. Analyse the value of law in protecting the vulnerable person
4. Assess the role of family in decision-making in healthcare
5. Explain the ethical and legal principles underlying the Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA), advance directives, Advance Care Planning and “best interests decision-making”
Entry Requirements
Recommended for learners who are Registered nurses with the Singapore Nursing Board (SNB), holding at least a diploma and minimum 2 years of working experience.
Shortlisting will be conducted for this programme.
Note: Learners are required to complete the Graduate Certificate courses before proceeding with the remaining courses to attain a FlexiMasters.