Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient (CCrISP)
This dynamic two-day course equips you with the confidence and expertise to manage deteriorating surgical patients. Learn a systematic approach, reduce risks, and apply multidisciplinary strategies to treat critically ill patients and save lives.
Led by expert faculty from surgical and anaesthetic specialties, this immersive training blends hands-on practice, real-world scenarios, and essential knowledge, all in a supportive and engaging environment. You'll develop your practical and theoretical skills and personal judgment to handle complex cases with precision and calm.
This course is worth 12 CPD points
RCS England members receive a 20% discount (worth £171.80) on CCrISP courses held at the Bjorn Saven Centre in London. Explore our membership options.
Where can I attend CCrISP?
CCrISP courses are delivered at The Bjorn Saven Centre (RCS England London) and centres in the UK and internationally. See below for upcoming course dates and locations.
- £859.00
- 2 days
- 15.00 CPD Points
Learning Outcomes
Why take this course?
- Enhance your ability to make critical decisions quickly and accurately, even when you're the only doctor available.
- Build resilience and the ability to stay calm and focused in stressful, fast-moving situations.
- CCrISP is mapped to the ISCP syllabus and will support you in developing the relevant clinical and personal skills needed to succeed in ST3 interviews.
What you’ll gain:
- A thorough comprehension of the CCrISP algorithm, a proven tool for assessing and stabilising unwell patients.
- Enhanced decision-making skills to ensure timely interventions that can prevent complications and improve patient outcomes.
- Practical experience in applying multidisciplinary techniques for the care of critically ill patients, ensuring collaborative and effective team-based care.
After attending this course, you will be able to:
- adopt a structured, comprehensive approach to managing surgical patients;
- judge which patients are at most risk and plan to reduce their risk of adverse outcomes;
- recognise the deteriorating patient;
- model your non-operative technical skills in a safe environment.
Suitability
This course is most suitable for CT1-2 and SAS grades.
Senior trainees are also welcome to attend a CCrISP course if they have not done so before.
Please note that FY1 trainees are not eligible to attend this course and should attend the START course instead. FY2 trainees are not permitted to attend until they reach the final 2 months of their placement (June/July). FY2 trainees should be aware that the course has been designed specifically for CTs so they may find the face-to-face sessions challenging. All participants should take care to prepare as thoroughly as possible for the best chance of passing the course.
SCPs may attend the CCrISP course to meet the syllabus requirements for Clinical Method in Surgical Practice, Perioperative Care, Critical Care, Core Clinical Capabilities & Professional Skills.
This course is open to trainees based outside the UK however if you do not have a UK postal address there will be an additional charge for the delivery of course materials.
Format
CCrISP is an interactive course that combines a variety of teaching and learning techniques including simulated patient scenarios, case-based skill stations and demonstrations. You will be encouraged to share knowledge and experience with your peers throughout the course.
This is an assessed course and a certificate of completion will be awarded to successful participants.
You will participate in a variety of practical training sessions during the CCrISP course, including:
- master a systematic approach to assessing critically ill patients;
- improve detection of subtle and varied signs of critical illness;
- understand the importance of preventing complications;
- recognise the surgeon's role in multidisciplinary care;
- collaborate with nurses, surgeons, intensivists, and anaesthetists;
- provide essential information and support to patients and their families during surgical care.
Additional Information
If you’re undertaking the Postgraduate Certificate in Surgery, you will be awarded 4 credits upon taking this course. The inclusion of courses in the PGCert in Surgery is subject to availability.
Interested in becoming CCrISP faculty? Find out more about teaching on our courses.
Course Options - please note, you cannot book regional courses through this website
Regional CCrISP Courses
27
Jan
2025
-
28
Jan
2025
£644
Pricing notes:
Full price: £644
Course Fees:
Please note, for courses held at the College, we require full payment upon booking. Take a look at our cancellation policy first.
For regional and international course payments and terms & conditions, please contact the relevant centre.
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Location:
Hull Royal InfirmaryAnlaby Road
HULL
HU3 2JZ
United Kingdom
jane.backhouse@nhs.net
01482 605385
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Pricing notes:
Full price: £644
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Mrs J Backhouse
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mailto:jane.backhouse@nhs.net
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13
Feb
2025
-
14
Feb
2025
£650
Pricing notes:
Full price: £650
Course Fees:
Please note, for courses held at the College, we require full payment upon booking. Take a look at our cancellation policy first.
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University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Location:
Derriford HospitalDerriford Road
PLYMOUTH
PL6 8DH
United Kingdom
parveen.wear@nhs.net
01752 433580
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03
Mar
2025
£725
Pricing notes:
Full price: £725
Course Fees:
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Royal Derby Hospital
Location:
Royal Derby HospitalUttoxeter Road
DERBY
DE22 3NE
United Kingdom
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RCS England Bjorn Saven Centre
13
Jan
2025
-
14
Jan
2025
£859.00
Pricing notes:
Full price: £859.00
RCS Affiliates: £687.20
RCS England Associates: £687.20
RCS England Members/Fellows: £687.20
Course Fees:
Please note, for courses held at the College, we require full payment upon booking. Take a look at our cancellation policy first.
For regional and international course payments and terms & conditions, please contact the relevant centre.
LONDON, United Kingdom
Location:
RCS - Bjorn Saven Centre for Surgical Education35-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields
LONDON
WC2A 3PE
United Kingdom
education@rcseng.ac.uk
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15
Jan
2025
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16
Jan
2025
£859.00
Pricing notes:
Full price: £859.00
RCS Affiliates: £687.20
RCS England Associates: £687.20
RCS England Members/Fellows: £687.20
Course Fees:
Please note, for courses held at the College, we require full payment upon booking. Take a look at our cancellation policy first.
For regional and international course payments and terms & conditions, please contact the relevant centre.
LONDON, United Kingdom
Location:
RCS - Bjorn Saven Centre for Surgical Education35-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields
LONDON
WC2A 3PE
United Kingdom
education@rcseng.ac.uk
020 7869 6300 View in Google Maps
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03
Feb
2025
-
04
Feb
2025
£859.00
Pricing notes:
Full price: £859.00
RCS Affiliates: £687.20
RCS England Associates: £687.20
RCS England Members/Fellows: £687.20
Course Fees:
Please note, for courses held at the College, we require full payment upon booking. Take a look at our cancellation policy first.
For regional and international course payments and terms & conditions, please contact the relevant centre.
LONDON, United Kingdom
Location:
RCS - Bjorn Saven Centre for Surgical Education35-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields
LONDON
WC2A 3PE
United Kingdom
education@rcseng.ac.uk
020 7869 6300 View in Google Maps
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International CCrISP Courses
24
Dec
2024
$500
Pricing notes:
Full price: $500
Course Fees:
Please note, for courses held at the College, we require full payment upon booking. Take a look at our cancellation policy first.
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Egyptian Life Support Training Center
Location:
Egyptian Life Support Training Center12 Almamalik Albaharia st Almamalik
CAIRO
Egypt
hakimelkholy@gmail.com
00201 062332285
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http://elstc-eg.com
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17
Jan
2025
-
19
Jan
2025
INR 25000
Pricing notes:
Full price: INR 25000
Course Fees:
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MGM Medical College
Location:
MGM Medical College & HospitalSector 1, Kamothe
NAVI MUMBAI- 410209
India
skillslabnm@mgmmcnm.edu.in
91 9820643638
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03
Feb
2025
-
04
Feb
2025
€850
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Full price: €850
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C.P.G. Centro Pediatrico Srl
Location:
C.P.G. Centro Pediatrico SrlVia Ettore de Sonnaz 5
10121 TURIN
Italy
formazione@ecmlearn.it
+39011.06.20.398
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