PERIPHERAL I.V. CANNULATION COURSE - Classroom

Learn how to cannulate ... OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS - NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED • Nationally Recognised Qualification • OCN Accredited - Level 4 (Advanced) • CPD Accredited (14 CPD Points) • Covers all steps for cannulating in arm or hand • Practise on artificial arms and fake blood! • Essential qualification for all IV therapies • Phlebotomy training desirable but not essential • Basic understanding of English language required • Adheres to current medical training standards throughout - Skills for Health & WHO compliant About this course PART 1 - Theory: complete online at home or work and download a certificate of completion PART 2 - Skills and Practical Development: Attend a classroom location or virtual classroom for your practical training Home Study Pack included Virtual Classroom option includes Practise@Home Cannulation Training Kit Course Content: • Understanding terminology • Legal & Professional Responsibilites • Anatomy & Physiology • Hygiene and Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) • Indications and Advantages • Equipment • Vein Choice for Cannulation • Full Procedure • Contraindications • Complications Home Study Pack - A Home Study Pack will be provided to you prior to attending the course and is an integral part of your learning programme. Completion of this assignment is recommended prior to attending the course and is designed to provide you with a basic knowledge of several fundamental subject areas. Learning Outcomes Train up to point of your first cannulation Comprehensively covers all theory and practical skills required to set up and maintain an intravenous cannula and to meet accredited medical standards Understand the procedures required to safely evaluate your patient and set up intravenous infusion Understand risks and complications Set up an IV for any therapy and understand how to avoid critical complications Maintain correct client care and aftercare After the course Safely and competently set up and maintain a peripheral IV infusion Correct client managment before, during infusion and safe after-care Understand equipment types and appropriate choices Choose the correct equipment and supplies for your specific patient requirements Understand and calculating fluid rates Appreciate your legal and professional responsibilities Offer IV therapies to clients - vitamin supplements/drips and infusions Click here to view our full course itinerary