Module #1 Introduction to Bioethics Defining bioethics, its importance, and the scope of the field
Module #2 Moral Theories and Principles Exploring moral theories and principles that underlie bioethical decision-making
Module #3 Autonomy and Informed Consent Respecting patient autonomy and the importance of informed consent
Module #4 Beneficence and Non-Maleficence Balancing benefits and harms in medical decision-making
Module #5 Justice and Fairness Addressing issues of justice and fairness in healthcare allocation and access
Module #6 Ethical Issues in Healthcare Delivery Exploring ethics in healthcare institutions, policies, and practices
Module #7 Abortion and Reproductive Rights Ethical considerations in reproductive healthcare and decision-making
Module #8 End-of-Life Care and Euthanasia Ethical dilemmas in end-of-life care, palliative care, and assisted dying
Module #9 Genetics and Genomics Ethical implications of genetic testing, screening, and gene editing
Module #10 Stem Cell Research and Therapy Ethical considerations in stem cell research and its applications
Module #11 Organ Transplantation and Donation Ethical issues in organ procurement, allocation, and transplantation
Module #12 Research Ethics and Clinical Trials Protecting human subjects and ensuring responsible research practices
Module #13 Neuroethics and Brain-Machine Interfaces Ethical implications of neuroscientific advances and their applications
Module #14 Environmental and Global Health Ethics Addressing environmental and global health challenges from an ethical perspective
Module #15 Animal Research and Animal Welfare Ethical considerations in animal research and its applications
Module #16 Public Health Ethics and Policy Ethical decision-making in public health policy, surveillance, and intervention
Module #17 Health Disparities and Healthcare Inequities Addressing systemic injustices and promoting health equity
Module #18 Mental Health Ethics and Psychiatric Practice Ethical considerations in mental health care and psychiatric treatment
Module #19 Care of Vulnerable Populations Ethical issues in caring for vulnerable populations, including children, older adults, and marginalized groups
Module #20 Ethics and Law in Healthcare Intersections between ethics, law, and policy in healthcare
Module #21 Clinical Ethics Consultation and Committee work Practical approaches to clinical ethics consultation and committee decision-making
Module #22 Ethics Education and Professional Development Teaching and learning bioethics in healthcare education and practice
Module #23 Bioethics and Technology Exploring the impact of emerging technologies on bioethical decision-making
Module #24 Cultural Competence and Bioethics Addressing cultural differences and power dynamics in bioethical decision-making
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Bioethics career