72 General Health courses in Whetstone

The “ISO 20387 Lead Assessor Course” is a comprehensive program designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to assess and evaluate biobanking systems in accordance with ISO 20387:2018. This course focuses on the principles of assessment, audit methodologies, and the specific requirements of ISO 20387. Participants will learn how to lead and conduct assessments of biobanking facilities and organizations to ensure compliance with the standard.

Course Introduction for VTCT upgrade The VTCT qualification is recognised around the world and will allow you to be employed in a clinic, salon or allow you to set up your own business. The Federation of Holistic Therapists and the Association of Reflexology, two of the biggest Holistic Therapy organisations which both accept members with this qualification. Description Reflexology uses many techniques to manipulate reflex zones found in the feet, of which correspond to a specific body part. The zones have been mapped and this enables the Reflexologist to treat the whole body via these reflex zones on the feet. The treatment is primarily used for the stimulation of all bodily systems and aiding relaxation. Reflexology is performed frequently within the Health Service personnel and has a role in comforting and supporting terminally ill patients. This 5 day VTCT Course leads to practitioner status, focusing on providing you with knowledge of the principles of reflexology, competence in dealing with clients, correct use of consultation techniques and good use of planning treatments. You will also learn the benefits and techniques of reflexology and how to target certain key areas such as: Pregnancy or Hand Massage. Duration 5 days, 10.00am – 5.30pm. Practical elements are covered over 5 days attendance at our Academy. Theory elements are covered by homestudy. Qualification Structure T/501/9101 - Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies F/501/9117 - Provide Reflexology A/501/9116 - Reflective Practice for Reflexology Y/501/9253 - Principles and Practice of Complementary Therapies K/501/9256 - Health, Safety and Hygiene for Complementary Therapies H/501/9255 - Business Practice for Complementary Therapies D/501/9111 - Knowledge of Less Common Pathology for Complementary Therapies Course Contents Health, safety, hygiene and security with regard to the complementary therapy industry. Principles and practice of the complementary therapy industry. Knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology and common pathology of the human body. How to prepare for and provide an effective reflexology treatment and adapt to client requirements. Contra-indications and contra-actions, advice to be given to the client, record-keeping, evaluation of treatments and reflection on professional practice. Recognising Body Language Stress and Illness Analysis of Posture Legal Aspects, Code of Conduct and Ethics Advanced Techniques including the use of Meridian lines and Chakra's Home Study You can register your place and receive your lifetime membership. You can then make a start on some of the theory work sent to you by us here at the Academy. This includes your Anatomy and Physiology assignments that you can work on in the privacy of your own home. This allows you to have more time to focus on the practical when the class meets together. Approx. 5-10 hours per week need to total your home study time spent. The home work will need to meet the quality of National Standards. You will also be expected to complete 100 reflexology treatments from the start to the end of the course. You will also need to complete some assignments that will be required for your portfolio and a work-book will need to be completed. There are also 2 small exams that will be taken at the Academy in order to assess your understanding of Health and Safety and Anatomy and Physiology. These are multiple choice assessments and are nothing to worry about! Included in the Course Comprehensive course materials, handouts and work-book Online Resources: Virtual Learning Environment packed with extensive support materials, resources, help and advice Post-training support by phone, instant messaging or email (if desired) Assessment of practical/written work included (Must be sent Recorded Delivery) VTCT QCF Diploma in Reflexology Lots of fun and knowledge from Tutors with a whole wealth of skills and experience Light refreshments including tea, herbal tea, coffee and water Cost Training - £999

Course Introduction Covers B12 deficiency, pernicious anaemia, diagnosis, treatment and management. It also covers signs and symptoms Please note: this course is for health care professionals and nurses only. ABOUT THIS EVENT COURSE INTRODUCTION This course concentrates on B12 deficiency, symptoms, treatments and management. The course covers B12 deficiency, pernicious anaemia, diagnosis, treatment and management. It also covers signs and symptoms of  pernicious anaemia.  This course is interactive and we include case studies and discuss issues regarding diagnostic testing.  We review inclusion and exclusion criteria and identification of appropriate clients. Delegates will get the opportunity to review practice with hands on practical demonstrations of how to give injections correctly. We will cover administration techniques, where to give the injections and record keeping / documentation. We will discuss role and responsibilities and contraindications and precautions. The delegates will leave this course with an example of an individual protocol of Patient Specific Direction (PSD) and a competence based framework document to be used in practice. This course is  very interactive. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES * Understand the need for accountability and responsibility in relation to role development * Demonstrate an understanding of safe practice * Describe the signs and symptoms of pernicious anaemia * Describe pernicious anaemia and its impact on patients * Fully understand the principles, and practice B12 deficiency and B12 injections * Understand the importance of safety issues related to giving injections * Understand the law relating to role and function of the HCA and prescribing. * Describe why patients require B12 injections * Be able to correctly identify anatomical sites for injections * Demonstrate correct administration techniques * Demonstrate how to correctly dispose of waste * Demonstrate correct infection control procedures and use of PPE * Describe when patients require referral and understand the importance of referral using correct clinical pathways * Demonstrate an understanding of anaphylaxis and emergency procedures * Understand the need for correct prescribing procedures * Be able to document consultations following your organisations procedures     COURSE CONTENTS * Role and responsibilities * Accountability guidelines and requirements * Pernicious anaemia  * Blood- function * B12  Deficiency * Risk factors/groups * Causes of B12 deficiency * Diagnosis and reference ranges, testing * Protocols and guidelines * Factors affecting B12 diagnosis and treatment * Factors affecting absorption * B12 injections and common side effects * Could it be B12 Deficiency * Supplements * Side effects and management including ADR’s * Anaphylaxis * Contraindications and Precautions * Correct Administration and techniques including practical session * Injection sites * Legal Issues including consent * Prescribing and Patient Specific Directions * What to record * Storage * Disposal of injections/waste * Infection control * Needle stick injuries * Competence and supervised practice * Policies and procedures * Facts and Figures * Setting up and running a clinic * Insurance/indemnity * Research/evidence base and resources * WHO SHOULD ATTEND? * HCAs * Nurses * Doctors * Pharmacists * Anyone interested in Vitamin B12 deficiency and pernicious anaemia and those working with clients with B12 deficiency AB Health Group awards CPD points / certificate of attendance for each course.  If you would prefer an accredited certificate by our accrediting body Aim Qualifications we can organise this.  The charge for the certificate including postage is £30.

Description Our Ear Care training course is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills required to safely assess the need for and perform ear irrigation using specialised ear irrigation devices. PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT COVER MICROSUCTION ON THIS COURSE. This training covers how to perform this procedure in a variety of settings, including general practice, community care, emergency, residential care and pharmacy. It is healthcare professionals already working in a healthcare setting with appropriate supervision and support - including both those with no prior knowledge of aural care or those who need an update in their skills and knowledge base. Delegates will leave our Ear Care course with a competency-based assessment document, which will enable them to undertake a period of supervised mentoring and practice. A practical demonstration of how to use the propulse machine is included in this training however please note that we do not practice on “live subjects”. Includes All course materials and certificate of attendance Accreditation 6 CPD points awarded on completion. Accredited by Aim Qualifications (*Certificate £30) and CPD Standards (*Certificate free) Please note: this course is for health care professionals and nurses only. Annie Barr AB Health Group Organiser Description Annie Barr is a leading provider of high-quality, accredited healthcare training. With a selection of engaging healthcare training that has been developed by experts to equip you and your workforce with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to provide compassionate and high-quality care.

ISO 13485:2016 specifies requirements for a quality management system where an organization needs to demonstrate its ability to provide medical devices and related services that consistently meet customer and applicable regulatory requirements. Such organizations can be involved in one or more stages of the life-cycle, including design and development, production, storage and distribution, installation, or servicing of a medical device and design and development or provision of associated activities (e.g. technical support). ISO 13485:2016 can also be used by suppliers or external parties that provide product, including quality management system-related services to such organizations.

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Course Introduction Our Venepuncture and Phlebotomy training equips delegates with the skills and knowledge needed to take blood safely. Please note: this course is for health care professionals and nurses only. ABOUT THIS EVENT Applicable to Nurses, Health Care Assistants and Phlebotomists in primary care, the community, hospitals or nursing homes, this course is interactive and involves a demonstration session on performing blood tests. Our venepuncture training will give delegates the theoretical and practical awareness to undertake a competence assessment framework in the workplace that will deem them competent to take blood safely and appropriately. Each delegate will receive a competence-based framework to allow them to do this. COURSE AIMS * Identify and describe equipment used for routine venepuncture * Be able to assess and select suitable sites used for venepuncture as well as locations to avoid * Describe and utilize the required steps to perform routine venepuncture * Describe actions that ensure safety during performance of a venepuncture * Identify suitable vein selection and identify factors influencing this * Understand relevant professional and legal issues * Be able to identify potential complications * Understand anatomy and physiology and correct vein selection * Be familiar with equipment and exercise choice in using most appropriate equipment * Practice safely in terms of infection control and waste management * Become skilled and competent at phlebotomy * To recognise any complications arising and be able to take the appropriate action COURSE CONTENT * Background and importance of training and competence * Supervision and practice * Scope and responsibilities * Accountability * Professional and legal issues * Consent and capacity * What is phlebotomy? * Tools of the trade-equipment * Needles and patient safety * Blood collection systems and devices * Syringes and when to use them * Blood collection tubes * Labelling * Anatomy and physiology * Vein Selection: - Identification of Veins - Arm Veins - Hand Veins * Vein assessment * Unacceptable sites for venous collection * Venepuncture procedure * Attempts * Order of Fill * Specimen collection procedures * Specimen handling post-phlebotomy * Personal protective equipment * Needle stick injuries * Legislation-EU Directives * Disposal * Needle phobias * Dealing with anxiety/fainting etc. * Practical session * Potential Complications (including infection control) * Practical Application - techniques and troubleshooting * Case scenarios * Troubleshooting * Audit WHO SHOULD ATTEND / WOULD BE APPLICABLE? * Nurses * HCAs * Those interested in careers as Phlebotomists AB Health Group awards CPD points / certificate of attendance for each course. If you would prefer an accredited certificate by our accrediting body Aim Qualifications we can organise this. The charge for the certificate including postage is £30.00. Annie Barr AB Health Group Organiser Description Annie Barr is a leading provider of high quality, accredited healthcare training. With a selection of engaging healthcare training that has been developed by experts to equip you and your workforce with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to provide compassionate and high quality care.

Course Introduction Our wound care training course comprehensively covers the various types of wounds, how they occur and how to manage them ABOUT THIS EVENT In this Wound Management course, you will learn about wounds and how they occur, how to manage them and the different types of wounds. We will cover leg ulcers and compression bandaging. You will leave with the knowledge and confidence to complete a competency-based framework document to be used in practice. You need to identify a mentor who will supervise your practice. In order to gain your certificate, you will need to complete the competence-based framework. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES * Comprehensively develop knowledge and skills required for safe and effective wound management. * Describe the anatomy and physiology of the skin * Describe the purpose of the skin * Describe the causes of wounds and risk factors * Understand complications * Understand infection control * Be able to assess and classify wounds and apply knowledge when dealing with wounds * Understand your role in relation to wounds and wound management including guidelines and boundaries * Describe the issues relating to the therapeutics of the relevant dressings and how they work * Understand how to apply dressings safely including choice of dressing for the appropriate site and the need for observation of patient post-procedure * Understand the need for audit and governance * Recognise factors that delay healing * Understand how to remove sutures and staples correctly COURSE CONTENTS * Role of the HCA * Accountability responsibility guidelines and requirements * Legal issues * Confidentiality * Consent and Capacity * Documentation and record-keeping * Supervision and competence * Anatomy and physiology of the skin and wound healing including: * inflammation, proliferation, epithelialisation, maturation * Factors that promote and delay wound healing * Risk factors * Classification of wounds * Aseptic technique and infection control * What dressing for what wounds? * Dressings and how to apply * Dressing -selection * Wound management * Necrotic wounds * Granulating wounds * Leg Ulcers * Compression bandages * Recognising signs of infection and deterioration Includes All course materials and certificate of attendance AB Health Group awards CPD points/certificate of attendance for each course. If you would prefer an accredited certificate by our accrediting body Aim Qualifications we can organise this. The charge for the certificate including postage is £30.00. Annie Barr AB Health Group Organiser Description Annie Barr is a leading provider of high-quality, accredited healthcare training. With a selection of engaging healthcare training that has been developed by experts to equip you and your workforce with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to provide compassionate and high-quality care.

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