Supervisor Training Course – 2 days

Location: Lecture Hall, Medical Association of Iceland, Hlíðasmári
Time: 8:30–16:00

• 8–9 March 2027

• 8–9 November 2027

The standard two-day supervisor training course is intended for those who have not previously received supervisor training.

The course covers, among other things, the development of professional development plans, progress reviews, how to make the best use of different assessment methods, and how to develop strategies for supporting residents who are experiencing difficulties. It also focuses on the importance of structured feedback and the methodology behind it.

Supervisors must attend an advanced training course every 3–5 years to maintain their supervisor accreditation.

Instructors: Representatives from Landspítali, Primary Health Care of the Capital Area and the University of Iceland.

Refresher Course for Supervisors – Half-day

Location: Baula, Landakot
Time: 8:30–12:00 / 12:30–16:00

3 March 2027

• Morning session

• Afternoon session

A half-day refresher course for supervisors who have previously completed supervisor training.

The course will cover general aspects of supervision, review what has worked well and what could be improved, and revisit other practical matters.

Instructors:

• Inga Sif Ólafsdóttir, Landspítali

• Guðrún Ragnarsdóttir, University of Iceland

The course is intended for those who completed supervisor training 3–5 years ago and are currently actively supervising residents.

Course Objectives

The aim of the courses is to develop a comprehensive approach to the supervision of doctors in postgraduate specialist training in Iceland.

Supervisors play a vital role in supporting and monitoring residents throughout their training and ensuring that their progress is in line with the training programme.

The courses are organised in collaboration with the University of Iceland.

Registration: skrifstofasernams@landspitali.is

Supervisor Course for Residents

On September 24, 2027, a supervisor day for more advanced residents (3rd to 5th year) will be held in Baula at Landakot, from 8 to 16. Topics covered will include:

• Role of the supervisor

• Feedback

• Evaluation forms

• Resident in distress

• Resources and support

After completing the course, a resident physician may supervise core specialty trainees.

Instructors:

• Margrét Dís Óskarsdóttir, Chief of Residency Training at Landspítali

• Inga Sif Ólafsdóttir, Specialist in Internal and Pulmonary Medicine and Chief of Core Residency Training at Landspítali

• Guðrún Ragnarsdóttir, Associate Professor at the School of Education, University of Iceland

Registration: Please contact skrifstofasernams@landspitali.is