Harpenden

<p>This is an essential programme for managers or members of staff (or students) who need to be able to read and summarise information on screen faster and more effectively. The session focuses on the different types of reading style and encourages better retention of written material through the use of specific speed-reading techniques.</p>By the end of this programme participants will be able to:<ul><li>Explain the principles of speed reading</li><li>Understand the barriers to reading</li><li>Use different reading styles according to the information being read</li><li>Read more effectively from tablet and computer screens</li><li>Co-ordinate eye movements better</li><li>Minimise any poor reading habits</li><li>Increase reading speed by over 50%, without losing comprehension</li><li>Improve retention of information using specific techniques</li></ul><p>The programme focuses on how to maximise reading from electronic devices by exploring techniques which will reduce eyestrain and improve reading effectiveness. The session also explains different types of reading styles and how to learn new, positive reading habits.</p><section>
                    <h3>1 An introduction to speed reading</h3><ul><li>The history of speed reading</li><li>Assumptions about reading</li><li>The process of reading</li><li>Schema and its influence on interpretation</li><li>Eye/brain relationship</li><li>How our brain processes written information</li></ul> <h3>2 Minimising barriers to reading</h3><ul><li>Understanding eye tics</li><li>Mouthing</li><li>The influence of different light sources</li><li>Body clocks and making use of natural patterns</li></ul> <h3>3 Reading styles</h3><ul><li>Importance of choosing the right reading style</li><li>Speeds and their influence on retention</li><li>Reading for pleasure</li><li>Proof reading</li><li>Scanning</li><li>Skimming</li><li>Reading for retention</li><li>SQRW principles</li></ul> <h3>4 Reading from electronic devices</h3><ul><li>The challenge of reading from screens</li><li>Importance of breaks and proper display screen evaluation</li><li>Calibrating screens and background colours</li><li>Formatting documents</li><li>Using eye guides</li></ul> 


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The In House Training Company

Office Skills & Productivity

Learning Strategies

Study Skills

Memory & Study Skills

Speed Reading

Screen-reading for speed and retention (In-House)

<p>Most people only use a fraction of Excel's capabilities. This workshop shows what you've been missing!</p>This course will help participants:<ul><li>Nest formulas</li><li>Get the most from pivot tables</li><li>Use conditional formatting</li><li>Write array formulas</li><li>Explore the lookup functions</li><li>Calculate by criteria</li><li>Use 'goal seek' and 'scenario manager' for what-if analysis</li><li>Record macros</li></ul><section>
                    <h3>1 Nesting formulas</h3><ul><li>Principles of nesting formulas together</li><li>Using IF with AND or OR to answer questions</li><li>Nesting an AND function in an IF</li><li>Nesting an OR function in an IF</li></ul> <h3>2 Advanced pivot table reports</h3><ul><li>Grouping dates, numerical and text items</li><li>Running percentage analyse</li><li>Running analyses to compare data</li><li>Inserting Field calculations</li><li>Finishing off with a user-friendly dashboard</li></ul> <h3>3 Advanced conditional formatting</h3><ul><li>Colour table rows based on criteria in it</li><li>Applying colour to approaching dates</li><li>Exploring the different rule types</li></ul> <h3>4 Lookup functions</h3><ul><li>Going beyond the VLOOKUP function</li><li>Lookups that retrieve data from left or right</li><li>The versatile INDEX and MATCH functions</li><li>Retrieving data from columns with duplicates</li></ul> <h3>5 Calculate by criteria</h3><ul><li>Using SUMIFS to sum by criteria</li><li>Finding an average by criteria with AVERAGEIFS</li><li>Use SUMPRODUCT to multiply then add different values</li></ul> <h3>6 What-if analysis</h3><ul><li>Use Goal Seek to meet targets</li><li>Forecast reports with the Scenario Manager</li></ul> <h3>7 Recording Macros</h3><ul><li>Macro security</li><li>Understanding a Relative References macro</li><li>Recording, running and editing macros</li><li>Saving files as Macro Enabled Workbooks</li><li>Introduction to VBA code</li><li>Making macros available across workbooks</li><li>Add a macro button to the Quick Access toolbar</li></ul> 


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Excel Analytics

Access VBA

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheet

Excel - advanced (In-House)

<p>Finance doesn't have to be a puzzle.</p><p>And if you want to get anywhere with your career, it had better not be!</p><p>Whatever your role, you have an impact on the financial wellbeing of the organisation you work for, whether you've got specific financial responsibilities or not.</p><p>This thoroughly practical, fun and enjoyable one-day workshop will help unpuzzle finance for you. It's an ideal opportunity to master the terminology, get to grips with the concepts, learn how 'the finance department' works and understand the part you play.</p>This course will help participants:<ul><li>Appreciate the role and importance of Finance within organisations</li><li>Be able to recognise and describe some of the common items and jargon used</li><li>Identify the elements of the Profit &amp; Loss and the Balance Sheet</li><li>Understand cashflow</li><li>Make better decisions</li><li>Manage budgets</li></ul><section>
                    <h3>1 Introduction</h3><ul><li>Expectations</li><li>Terminology</li><li>Key financial principles<ul><li>Accruals</li><li>Consistency</li><li>Prudence</li><li>Going concern</li></ul></li></ul> <h3>2 The three main financial statements</h3><ul><li>Profit &amp; Loss account<ul><li>Income</li><li>Cost of sales</li><li>Gross profit</li><li>Administrative expenses ('overheads')</li><li>Net profit/(loss) for the financial year (the 'bottom line')</li><li>P&amp;L format</li></ul></li><li>Balance Sheet<ul><li>Terminology</li><li>Fixed Assets</li><li>Current Assets</li><li>Current Liabilities</li><li>Long-term Liabilities</li><li>Capital</li><li>B/S format</li></ul></li><li>Cashflow Statement</li><li>Financial and management information systems</li></ul> <h3>3 Budgets and forecasts</h3><ul><li>Why budget?</li><li>Types of budget - incremental or zero-based</li><li>Budgeting for costs - fixed and variable</li><li>Budgeting for income</li><li>An eight point plan for budgeting for your department</li><li><em>Case study: Small Brother Ltd</em></li><li>Problems and solutions</li></ul> <h3>4 Accruals</h3><ul><li>Accruals - what and why?</li><li>Prepayments</li></ul> <h3>5 Open forum</h3> 


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Personal Finance

Accounting & Finance

Corporate Finance Level 1

Finance For Non Finance Managers

Corporate Finance

Practical Accounting

Unpuzzling finance (In-House)

<p>This workshop is designed to build participants' knowledge, skills and confidence in mental health and resilience in the workplace. The workshop will benefit all those looking to increase their knowledge around the subject enabling them to support someone exhibiting sigs of mental ill health, as well as increasing their own resilience and being aware of their own mental wellbeing.</p><ul><li>AN IN DEPTH UNDERSTANDING OF MENTAL HEALTH AND THE FACTORS THAT CAN AFFECT WELLBEING</li><li>PRACTICAL SKILLS TO SPOT THE TRIGGERS AND SIGNS OF MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES</li><li>CONFIDENCE TO STEP IN, REASSURE AND SUPPORT A PERSON IN DISTRESS</li><li>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE THROUGH PRACTICAL EXERCISES TO INCREASE LEVELS OF PERSONAL RESILIENCE</li></ul><section>
                    <h3>1. Introduction</h3><ul><li>Workshop objectives and benefits from attending</li><li>Participants' experience and confidence in this area</li><li>Personal objectives</li></ul><h3>2. Understanding mental health</h3><ul><li>What is mental health?</li><li>Mental health and stigma</li><li>Types of mental ill health disorders</li></ul><h3>3. Supporting others</h3><ul><li>Warning signs of mental ill health</li><li>How to support someone exhibiting signs of mental ill health</li></ul><h3>4. Supporting yourself</h3><ul><li>Stess: coping mechanisms and self-care</li><li>What is resilience, why is it important and how can you increase your levels?</li><li>Building your support network</li></ul><h3>5. Next steps</h3><ul><li>Individual learning and action planning</li><li>Group review and close</li></ul>


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Maximum Performance

Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace

<p>Consciously or not, most of us use a coaching approach at work to one degree or another. When we are clearer about what we do that works we get even better results. When we invest time in building our skills, by getting some training in the subject, we get the best results of all. If you're interested in improving your coaching skills, then this is the programme for you.</p><ul><li>ENHANCE YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF THE SKILLS AND APPROACHES THAT UNDERPIN COACHING EXCELLENCE</li><li>IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR COACHING BY LEVERAGING THE SKILLS THAT YOU ALREADY HAVE</li><li>LEARN HOW TO MAKE YOUR COACHING CONVERSATIONS MORE EFFECTIVE</li><li>DEVELOP AN ACTION PLAN TO TAKE YOUR COACHING TO THE NEXT LEVEL</li></ul><section>
                    <h3>1. Welcome and introduction</h3><ul><li>What will make today worthwhile for you?</li></ul><h3>2. Coaching or 'a coaching approach'?</h3><ul><li>What is coaching? Myths and reality</li><li>What is 'a coaching approach'? What's the difference?</li><li>How does 'a coaching approach' differ from a management conversation?</li><li>Heron's model for 'coaching styles'</li><li>Your coaching / communication style</li></ul><h3>3. Four key coaching skills</h3><ul><li>Building trust and rapport</li><li>Active listening</li><li>Powerful questions</li><li>Designing action</li></ul><h3>4. A framework for a coaching conversation</h3><ul><li>The OSCAR model</li><li>Encourage accountability and responsibility with team members</li><li>Empower colleagues / clients</li></ul><h3>5. Application</h3><ul><li>Skills practice: using the OSCAR framework and core coaching skills to achieve effective outcomes from a coaching conversation</li></ul><h3>6. Review and next steps</h3><ul><li>Reflections and action planning</li></ul>


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Coaching Skills in a Day!

<h2>Management Development Programme (MDP): In-House</h2><p>A practical approach to managing yourself and those around you, this unique &amp;'bite-sized', ILM-recognised programme will help managers step up and make a difference.</p><p>Aimed primarily at new and aspiring managers (and also a very good refresher for managers who have not been through a structured development programme before), the programme takes a &amp;'bite-sized', modular approach which gives participants plenty of tools and strategies for dealing with everyday challenges in the workplace as well as the opportunity to learn from others' experiences, reflect on their own, and benefit from the inspirational advice and guidance of your choice of expert trainer.</p><section>
                    <h3>Module 1</h3><h4>Welcome to your MDP (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Welcome and introductions</li><li>Why invest in managers?</li><li>Expectations</li><li>Aptimore and Mindmarker explained</li><li>1:1 coaching support</li></ul><h3>Module 2</h3><h4>What makes a manager? (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Identifying skills and traits of effective managers</li><li>How do you compare?</li><li>What is the balance I need to manage?</li><li>Introduction to FACET5</li><li>Your FACET5 report</li><li>Reflections on strengths and development areas</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 3</h3><h4>Creating the environment for success (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Your experiences of good and bad managers</li><li>How to create an environment for success</li><li>Managing your team through maturity stages</li><li>Setting expectations</li><li>The shadow of a leader</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 4</h3><h4>Managing my time (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Time traps</li><li>Dealing with procrastination</li><li>Are your efforts aligned?</li><li>To-do lists</li><li>Prioritising</li><li>Urgent v Important tasks</li><li>The OATS principle</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 5</h3><h4>Crucial conversations (full day)</h4><ul><li>Your conversation barriers</li><li>Skills needed to be effective</li><li>Be specific!</li><li>Observations and inferences</li><li>Transactional Analysis</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 6</h3><h4>Managing performance reviews (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>The performance conversation and structure</li><li>The agenda</li><li>Setting clear goals</li><li>Measuring performance</li><li>Behavioural objectives</li><li>Make the conversation interesting for both parties</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 7</h3><h4>Coaching skills to develop others (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>What is coaching?</li><li>Spectrum of skills needed</li><li>Stop giving the answers!</li><li>The coaching game</li><li>1:1 practice session using GROW</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 8</h3><h4>Effective delegation (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Is your team ready?</li><li>The Reina trust model</li><li>A trust questionnaire</li><li>4 steps to successful delegation</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 9</h3><h4>Managing through change (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Being an effective change agent</li><li>The change transition curve</li><li>Forcefield Analysis</li><li>Detecting and managing resistance</li><li>A change scenario!</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 10</h3><h4>Communicating and presenting with impact (full day)</h4><ul><li>The speaker v the listener</li><li>Memorable messages</li><li>The 6 principles of sticky ideas</li><li>Delivering jaw-dropping moments</li><li>Combatting anxiety</li><li>Analogies and metaphors</li><li>Pictures and props</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 11</h3><h4>Influencing and negotiating (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Influencing power bases</li><li>Networking for success</li><li>Negotiation self-assessment inventory</li><li>Win-win negotiation</li><li>Influencing in meetings</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 12</h3><h4>Running effective meetings (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Why do we have too many meetings?</li><li>The role of the Chair</li><li>Dealing with challenging situations</li><li>A strong opening - setting the scene</li><li>The meeting process</li><li>PIMS - getting involvement in meetings</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 13</h3><h4>Emotional intelligence (EI) and your personal brand (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>What is EI and why is it important?</li><li>The 4 competencies</li><li>Your EI awareness</li><li>Sympathy v Empathy</li><li>Your personal brand</li><li>The Johari Window</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 14</h3><h4>Leadership styles (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>The management v leadership debate</li><li>Transactional v Transformational leadership</li><li>Intent-based leadership</li><li>Your desire to lead - a questionnaire</li><li>The resilient manager / leader</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 15</h3><h4>Problem-solving and decision making (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Problem solving - a practical challenge (1)</li><li>Emotional v logical decision-making</li><li>Decision making strategies</li><li>Problem solving - a practical challenge (2)</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 16</h3><h4>Managing working relationships (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>An introduction to the strengths Deployment Inventory (SDI)</li><li>How you deploy your strengths in relationships</li><li>The difference between motivation and behaviour</li><li>The impact of your preferences on others</li><li>Overdone strengths</li><li>Managing conflict in relationships</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 17</h3><h4>Your review and reflections - what now? (Â¾ day)</h4><ul><li>Your Aptimore full report</li><li>Your learning records</li><li>The power of why!</li><li>Your manager profile</li><li>Your present v your future - 1:1 conversations</li><li>The MDP reflections</li><li>Your Maximum Performance and ILM certificates</li><li>Celebrating success!</li></ul>


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Management Development Programme (MDP): In-House

<h2>Management Development Programme (MDP)</h2><p>A practical approach to managing yourself and those around you, this unique &amp;'bite-sized', ILM-recognised programme will help managers step up and make a difference.</p><p>Aimed primarily at new and aspiring managers (and also a very good refresher for managers who have not been through a structured development programme before), the programme takes a &amp;'bite-sized', modular approach which gives participants plenty of tools and strategies for dealing with everyday challenges in the workplace as well as the opportunity to learn from others' experiences, reflect on their own, and benefit from the inspirational advice and guidance of your choice of expert trainer.</p><section>
                    <h3>Module 1</h3><h4>Welcome to your MDP (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Welcome and introductions</li><li>Why invest in managers?</li><li>Expectations</li><li>Aptimore and Mindmarker explained</li><li>1:1 coaching support</li></ul><h3>Module 2</h3><h4>What makes a manager? (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Identifying skills and traits of effective managers</li><li>How do you compare?</li><li>What is the balance I need to manage?</li><li>Introduction to FACET5</li><li>Your FACET5 report</li><li>Reflections on strengths and development areas</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 3</h3><h4>Creating the environment for success (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Your experiences of good and bad managers</li><li>How to create an environment for success</li><li>Managing your team through maturity stages</li><li>Setting expectations</li><li>The shadow of a leader</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 4</h3><h4>Managing my time (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Time traps</li><li>Dealing with procrastination</li><li>Are your efforts aligned?</li><li>To-do lists</li><li>Prioritising</li><li>Urgent v Important tasks</li><li>The OATS principle</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 5</h3><h4>Crucial conversations (full day)</h4><ul><li>Your conversation barriers</li><li>Skills needed to be effective</li><li>Be specific!</li><li>Observations and inferences</li><li>Transactional Analysis</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 6</h3><h4>Managing performance reviews (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>The performance conversation and structure</li><li>The agenda</li><li>Setting clear goals</li><li>Measuring performance</li><li>Behavioural objectives</li><li>Make the conversation interesting for both parties</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 7</h3><h4>Coaching skills to develop others (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>What is coaching?</li><li>Spectrum of skills needed</li><li>Stop giving the answers!</li><li>The coaching game</li><li>1:1 practice session using GROW</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 8</h3><h4>Effective delegation (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Is your team ready?</li><li>The Reina trust model</li><li>A trust questionnaire</li><li>4 steps to successful delegation</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 9</h3><h4>Managing through change (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Being an effective change agent</li><li>The change transition curve</li><li>Forcefield Analysis</li><li>Detecting and managing resistance</li><li>A change scenario!</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 10</h3><h4>Communicating and presenting with impact (full day)</h4><ul><li>The speaker v the listener</li><li>Memorable messages</li><li>The 6 principles of sticky ideas</li><li>Delivering jaw-dropping moments</li><li>Combatting anxiety</li><li>Analogies and metaphors</li><li>Pictures and props</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 11</h3><h4>Influencing and negotiating (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Influencing power bases</li><li>Networking for success</li><li>Negotiation self-assessment inventory</li><li>Win-win negotiation</li><li>Influencing in meetings</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 12</h3><h4>Running effective meetings (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Why do we have too many meetings?</li><li>The role of the Chair</li><li>Dealing with challenging situations</li><li>A strong opening - setting the scene</li><li>The meeting process</li><li>PIMS - getting involvement in meetings</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 13</h3><h4>Emotional intelligence (EI) and your personal brand (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>What is EI and why is it important?</li><li>The 4 competencies</li><li>Your EI awareness</li><li>Sympathy v Empathy</li><li>Your personal brand</li><li>The Johari Window</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 14</h3><h4>Leadership styles (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>The management v leadership debate</li><li>Transactional v Transformational leadership</li><li>Intent-based leadership</li><li>Your desire to lead - a questionnaire</li><li>The resilient manager / leader</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 15</h3><h4>Problem-solving and decision making (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>Problem solving - a practical challenge (1)</li><li>Emotional v logical decision-making</li><li>Decision making strategies</li><li>Problem solving - a practical challenge (2)</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 16</h3><h4>Managing working relationships (Â½ day)</h4><ul><li>An introduction to the strengths Deployment Inventory (SDI)</li><li>How you deploy your strengths in relationships</li><li>The difference between motivation and behaviour</li><li>The impact of your preferences on others</li><li>Overdone strengths</li><li>Managing conflict in relationships</li><li>Learning review</li></ul><h3>Module 17</h3><h4>Your review and reflections - what now? (Â¾ day)</h4><ul><li>Your Aptimore full report</li><li>Your learning records</li><li>The power of why!</li><li>Your manager profile</li><li>Your present v your future - 1:1 conversations</li><li>The MDP reflections</li><li>Your Maximum Performance and ILM certificates</li><li>Celebrating success!</li></ul>


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Management Development Programme (MDP)

<p>Power BI is a powerful data visualisation program that allows businesses to monitor data, analyse trends, and make decisions. This course is designed to provide a solid understanding of the reporting side of Power BI, the dashboards, where administrators, and end users can interact with dynamic visuals that communicates information.</p><p>This course focuses entirely on the creation and design of visualisations in dashboards, including a range of chart types, engaging maps, and different types of tables. Designing dashboards with KPI's (key performance indicators), heatmaps, flowcharts, sparklines, and compare multiple variables with trendlines.</p>This one-day programme focuses entirely on creating dashboards, by using the many visualisation tools available in Power BI.<p>You will learn to build dynamic, user-friendly interfaces in both Power BI Desktop and Power BI Service.</p><section>
                    <h3>1 Introduction</h3><ul><li>Power BI ecosystem</li><li>Things to keep in mind</li><li>Selecting dashboard colours</li><li>Importing visuals into Power BI</li><li>Data sources for your analysis</li><li>Joining tables in Power BI</li></ul> <h3>2 Working with data</h3><ul><li>Utilising a report theme</li><li>Table visuals</li><li>Matrix visuals</li><li>Drilling into hierarchies</li><li>Applying static filters</li><li>Group numbers with lists</li><li>Group numbers with bins</li></ul> <h3>3 Creating visuals</h3><ul><li>Heatmaps in Power BI</li><li>Visualising time-intelligence trends</li><li>Ranking categorical totals</li><li>Comparing proportions</li><li>View trends with sparklines</li></ul> <h3>4 Comparing variables</h3><ul><li>Insert key performance indicators (KPI)</li><li>Visualising trendlines as KPI</li><li>Forecasting with trendlines</li><li>Visualising flows with Sankey diagrams</li><li>Creating a scatter plot</li></ul> <h3>5 Mapping options</h3><ul><li>Map visuals</li><li>Using a filled map</li><li>Mapping with latitude and longitude</li><li>Mapping with ArcGIS or ESRI</li></ul> <h3>6 Creating dashboards</h3><ul><li>High-level dashboard</li><li>Migration analysis dashboard</li><li>Adding slicers for filtering</li><li>Promote interaction with nudge prompts</li><li>Searching the dashboard with a slicer</li><li>Creating dynamic labels</li><li>Highlighting key points on the dashboard</li><li>Customised visualisation tooltips</li><li>Syncing slicers across pages</li></ul> <h3>7 Sharing dashboards</h3><ul><li>Setting up and formatting phone views</li><li>Exporting data</li><li>Creating PDF files</li><li>Uploading to the cloud</li><li>Share dashboards in SharePoint online</li></ul> 


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Powerbi

Tableau Desktop Specialist

Microsoft Power Apps

Microsoft Power BI

Data Visualization

Microsoft BI

Power BI - dashboards (1 day) (In-House)

<p>Many managers question the value of appraisal programmes and many line managers believe appraisals are unduly time-consuming and bureaucratic. Yet the appraisal is a vital starting point when it comes to managing performance effectively and it is vital that managers appreciate this. Handled well, the benefits of formal appraisals are enormous. This thoroughly practical workshop has been designed to give line managers the knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver a well-structured appraisal - even in the most challenging circumstances.</p>This course will help participants:<ul><li>Appreciate the benefits of the appraisal process</li><li>Assess standards of performance objectively</li><li>Plan and prepare for appraisals effectively</li><li>Conduct a well-structured appraisal meeting</li><li>Acquire the essential skills required for effective appraisals</li><li>Improve their ability to discuss difficult issues more confidently</li><li>Identify training and development requirements</li><li>Agree clear and measurable development objectives</li><li>Complete essential paperwork</li><li>Understand the need to facilitate continual informal dialogue between appraisals</li></ul><section>
                    <h3>1 Introduction and course objectives</h3> <h3>2 The appraisal process</h3><ul><li>The aim of the appraisal process</li><li>Understanding the bigger picture - the appraisal process as part of the employee development process</li><li>The benefits of the appraisal process</li><li>Common pitfalls</li><li>Five steps to an effective performance appraisal</li></ul> <h3>3 Step 1 - Assessment</h3><ul><li>Using job standards as the basis for objective assessment</li><li>Assessment of previous objectives</li></ul> <h3>4 Step 2 - Preparation</h3><ul><li>Documentation required</li><li>Data on each appraisee</li><li>Planning the meeting</li></ul> <h3>5 Step 3 - The meeting</h3><ul><li>The skills of appraisal interviewing</li><li>The structure of the appraisal interview</li><li>Dealing with poor performance and difficult situations</li><li>Taking notes and completing documentation</li></ul> <h3>6 Step 4 - Planning ahead and objective setting</h3><ul><li>Identifying action to improve performance and enhance skills</li><li>Establishing relevant training needs</li><li>Agreeing SMART performance objectives</li><li>Formulating a personal development plan</li></ul> <h3>7 Step 5 - Action after the interview</h3><ul><li>Essential paperwork</li><li>Follow-up and action required between appraisal interviews</li><li>Continuing informal dialogue</li></ul> <h3>8 Video case study</h3><ul><li>Bullets</li></ul> <h3>9 Conclusion</h3><ul><li>Course review / discussion</li><li>Preparation of action plans for building on the skills learnt</li><li>Close</li></ul> 


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Performance Management

Coaching Skills

Practice Assessor

Manager Training

Appraisal

Assessor Training

Appraisal skills (In-House)

<p>This course has a simple objective: to help gain appointments with potential clients. In most consultative selling situations clients won't commit to purchases over the telephone. This means setting up a meeting to discuss the options with them face-to-face. But getting 'face time' can be tricky. This practical workshop can help.</p>Participants will acquire essential tools, skills and methods; discuss specific organisational issues; and identify areas for improvement. They will discover how to:<ul><li>Increase their effectiveness through proper preparation</li><li>Construct attention-grabbing opening statements</li><li>Help potential clients feel comfortable agreeing to a meeting</li><li>Develop tactics for responding to difficult excuses and objections</li><li>Stress the benefits of a face-to-face consultation</li><li>Develop and enhance their questioning and listening skills</li><li>Prevent customers cancelling booked appointments</li></ul><section>
                    <h3>1 Introduction to appointment setting</h3><ul><li>Key trends that have changed the way people buy today - and will buy tomorrow</li><li>Why many sales people avoid picking up the phone</li><li>The difference that makes a difference - what makes a good appointment-maker?</li></ul> <h3>2 Before you pick up the telephone</h3><ul><li>It all starts with a plan...</li><li>Who and what to focus our attention</li><li>How much research should we undertake and why?</li><li>Setting primary and secondary objectives</li></ul> <h3>3 Making your approach</h3><ul><li>Key considerations</li><li>Every call is an opportunity - creating a positive mind-set</li><li>Using a structured approach</li><li>Using partnership language</li></ul> <h3>4 Gaining an insight into the customer's needs</h3><ul><li>How to quickly 'tune in' to your customers, so that you can serve them more easily</li><li>Developing speech patterns that put customers at their ease</li><li>Using effective questioning and listening skills</li><li>Finding and building pain points</li></ul> <h3>5 Dealing with excuses and objections</h3><ul><li>Pre-empting potential excuses</li><li>Developing techniques for responding to client objections</li><li>Keeping the door open for future contact</li></ul> <h3>6 Securing the appointment</h3><ul><li>Selling the benefits of a consultancy meeting</li><li>Techniques for avoiding cancelled appointments</li><li>Gaining commitment</li></ul> <h3>7 Action plans</h3><ul><li>Course summary and presentation of action plans</li></ul> 


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Professional Selling Skills (PSS)

Meeting Skills

Counselling Skills

Presentation Skills

Interview Skills

Appointment setting (In-House)

Swansea

ONLINE STUDY + ONE DAY ZOOM SESSION
NO CLASSROOM ATTENDANCE REQUIRED


Awarding Body: Dual Accreditation - Open College Network (OCN Credit4Learning) & The CPD Certification Service (21 CPD Points)
 
Award Level: UK - Level Three (Advanced) + 21 CPD Points
Ireland Level Five (Advanced) + 21 CPD Points
 
Minimum Age: 18 (16 with parental consent)
 
Entry requirements: None. English Level 2 desirable
 
Training Locations: Study online + virtual classroom.
 
Practical Training: Includes FREE Practise@Home Phlebotomy Training Kit worth £79.99
This comprehensive 76 piece practical training kit includes mini-arm trainer, sharps container and all medical grade supplies needed as well as a step-by-step 30 minute training video.



PART 1 (THEORY) - STUDY AT HOME ONLINE :
Complete your theory training online in the comfort of your own home or at work. Stop/start when it suits you and complete the online modules at your own pace. Can be completed on multiple devices such as laptop, smart-phone, desktop computer, kindle, tablet etc.
 
PART 2 (PRACTICAL SESSIONS) - JOIN US FOR A COMPREHENSIVE ONE DAY ZOOM SESSION:
Full instructions will be provided. We will send you a completely free Practise@Home Phlebotomy Training Kit, including a mini-arm trainer, for you to keep. You will follow your tutor's on-screen instructions during your Zoom virtual classroom sessions as you learn and develop your phlebotomy skills. The procedures and practices taught online are exactly the same as you would learn in the classroom. At any time before or after your course you can watch our 30 minute step-by-step video to refresh your knowledge and continue to use your training kit to practice your skills.
 
(THIS COURSE AWARDS THE SAME NATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND DUALLY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION AS OUR CLASSROOM AND HYBRID COURSE VERSIONS)


Please make sure you verify the precise dates and timings of your course when you receive your booking confirmation, as it may vary from the information provided above.


COURSE ITINERARY

 
A dually-accredited hybrid modular venepuncture course awarding an
OCN Accredited Level Three Certificate (3 credits) & 21 CPD Points


Nationally Recognised Qualification


Part 1 - online (eLearning) Part 2 - Virtual Classroom (1 Day Zoom)


PRE-COURSE
Home study pack - download and complete before the virtual classroom sessions

PART 1 - ONLINE
M01: Course Overview
M02: History, Definitions and Roles
M03: Work-flow cycles
M04: Professionalism
M05: Health & Safety
M06: Blood Collection Systems
M07: Anatomy & Physiology
M08: Blood Composition
M09: Using the equipment
M10: Performing the venepuncture - see Classroom Part 2
M11: Lab Tests and Bottle Types
M12: Analytical Errors
M13: Informal Quiz – answers
M14: Award – accredited certificates, value, application and overview. Job Opportunities.


PART 2 - VIRTUAL CLASSROOM (ONE DAY ZOOM SESSION)
M01: Introduction: Welcome, Introductions and Overview.
M10: Performing the venepuncture (theory overview)
P01: Practical Session 1 – Equipment familiarisation - "Tools of the Trade"
P02A: Practical Session 2A – Unpacking your training kit
P02B: Practical Session 2B - A look at the mini-arm trainer and associated equipment
P03: Practical Session 3 – Using the tourniquet and identifying a vein
P04: Practical Session 4 – Handling and assembling the equipment. Familiarisation and procedures including initial skill-set development
P05: Practical Session 5 - Further skill-set development and consolidation. Discussing needle types including winged infusion sets (butterfly needles)
P06A: Practical Session 6A – Performing the venepuncture on the mini-arm trainer. Palpating the vein, performing the venepuncture. Sample handling and labelling.
P06B: Practical Session 6B – Consolidating pre- and post-venepuncture procedures.
 
Additional support material can be downloaded as you progress through the course online.





ZOOM SESSION

VIRTUAL CLASSROOM (ZOOM) SESSIONS 
Our Virtual Classroom training course consists of online study (Part 1 - theory) and Virtual Classroom Zoom sessions (Part 2 - practical skill-set development)
You must complete your Part 1 online study before joining us for your Zoom session(s).
Once you have enrolled on this course you will be sent a free Practise@Home Training Kit, This is yours to keep and can be reused any many time as you wish after you have completed the course.
Your Booking Confirmation will include your Zoom log-in details.



Geopace Training

Allied Health

Allied Health Professions (AHP)

Blood Taking

Healthcare Workers

Venepuncture

Phlebotomist

Phlebotomy

Accredited Phlebotomy

Healthcare

Learn how to take blood ... train as a Phlebotomist

    Nationally Recognised Qualification

    No previous experience or qualifications needed

    OCN Accredited - Level 3 (advanced)

    CPD Accredited (The CPD Certification Service)

    Covers all steps up to live blood draw

    Practise on artificial arm and fake blood!

    Basic understanding of English language required

    OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS


Introduction to Phlebotomy Course (GPT003VC) - 1 DAY Virtual Classroom

General Admission

Southend on Sea

Rotherham

Manchester

Slough

Portsmouth

Bingley

Nottingham

Paisley

Birmingham

Luton

Northampton

Bedford

Liverpool 

BASIC to ADVANCED COURSE PACKAGE

Complete 3 courses over 2 full days and receive three qualifications:

Introduction to Phlebotomy Certificate (Nationally Recognised Level 3, Ireland Level 5)
Days 1 and 2: 9.30am – 5.00pm

Advanced Phlebotomy Certificate (Nationally Recognised Level 4, Ireland Level 6)
Day 1: 5.30pm - 8.30pm

Geopace Certificate of Competency (Nationally Recognised Accredited, CPD Practical Skills)
Day 2: 5.30pm - 8.30pm

Please make sure you verify the precise dates and timings of your course when you receive your booking confirmation, as it may vary from the information provided above.






Key Facts & Summary:


COURSE 1: INTRODUCTION TO PHLEBOTOMY COURSE - NATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND ACCREDITED VENEPUCTURE COURSE
UK Level Three (Ireland Level Five)
DUALLY ACCREDITED - Open College Network (OCN) and The CPD Certification Service (21 CPD Points)

PART 1 (DAY 1) - 9.30am to 5.00pm
PART 2 (DAY 2) - 9.30am to 5.00pm

Adheres to World Health Organisation guidelines (meets or exceeds all guidelines) and Skills for Health Directive HSC376

A TWO DAY venepuncture course at Level 3. Trains up to the point of live blood draws.

On completion awards a Nationally Recognised and Accredited Certificate in Phlebotomy.

DAY ONE (PART 1) - THEORY
Attend the course location of your choice – starts at 9.30am and finishes approx. 5.00pm

DAY TWO (PART 2) - CLASSROOM
Your classroom tutor will recap on the theory element (above) after which you will begin your practical sessions learning and developing the skills required up to the point of Live Blood Draws.

DOWNLOAD A COURSE ITINERARY HERE



COURSE 2: ADVANCED PHLEBOTOMY COURSE - NATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND ACCREDITED VENEPUCTURE COURSE
UK Level Four (Ireland Level 6)
DUALLY ACCREDITED - Open College Network (OCN) and The CPD Certification Service (14 CPD Points)

PART 1 - THEORY
Complete your theory training online in the comfort of your own home or at work.

PART 2 - CLASSROOM
Follow on from your Day One Theory training, in the evening, from 5.30pm - 8.30pm

Adheres to World Health Organisation guidelines (meets or exceeds all guidelines) and Skills for Health Directive HSC376

Skills and Practical Development:
Covers advanced specialised phlebotomy techniques to give you the leading edge as a phlebotomist. Learn to use a wide range of non-routine equipment.

On completion awards a Nationally Recognised and Accredited Certificate in Advanced Phlebotomy.

DOWNLOAD A COURSE ITINERARY HERE



COURSE 3: ROUTE TO COMPETENCY MASTERCLASS
CPD ACCREDITED - The CPD Certification Service

CLASSROOM
Follow on from your Day Two practical training, in the evening, from 5.30pm - 8.30pm

Adheres to World Health Organisation guidelines (meets or exceeds all guidelines) and Skills for Health Directive HSC376

GEOPACE LIVE BLOOD SESSIONS enabling you to draw human blood under 1-to-1 supervision of your tutor. You will follow a Competency Checklist, signed off by your tutor on completion.

On completion awards a Geopace Certificate of Competency - Nationally Recognised and Accredited Route to Competency - Live Blood Draws Certificate

DOWNLOAD A COURSE ITINERARY HERE




How do I attend?

EITHER -
CLASSROOM OPTION - Attend one of our scheduled classroom locations, completing your Introduction to Phlebotomy Course over 2 days. You will also complete your Advanced Training at the end of the first day and your Competency Training at the end of the second day.

Our Introduction to Phlebotomy and Advanced Phlebotomy Training Kits are supplied at no charge when booking our virtual classroom training option.
If you would like to add one or both of these kits to your classroom training option then these are available to add at time of booking. Our comprehensive training kits each mirror the same equipment and supplies used in the classroom and both include detailed video tutorials, allowing you to continue to practice and "hone" your skills after you have completed your practical training.

OR -

VIRTUAL CLASSROOM OPTION- Complete your theory training online at home or work, then join us for a one day Zoom session to complete your Introduction to Phlebotomy virtual classroom training, followed by your Advanced Training in the evening of the same day. You have the option to add a classroom-based competency session, awarding a CPD Accredited Geopace Certificate of Competency, at time of booking.

Our Virtual Classroom option includes two very comprehensive training kits - one for your introductory course and one for your advanced course. Kits are included at no charge (normally £79.95 each) and are yours to keep and to continue to practice with after you have finished your courses. The equipment and supplies included in your kits are the same as those used if you choose the classroom option.

How do I book?

Choose whether you would like to attend in a classroom or if you would like to complete your training by virtual classroom.
Click on the Classroom - Booking Options or Virtual Classroom - Booking Options buttons below to see all upcoming dates and locations.

Please note - Competency Training
Our Route to Competency Masterclass - Live Blood Sessions can only be completed in a classroom environment. This is included when you book a classroom option. When booking the virtual classroom option you can choose to add this at time of booking. You will receive a voucher code to enable you to book onto any upcoming dates or locations. For most of our two day course we run our competency training at the end of the second day and therefore you should be able to complete your full training programme with us over two days.

If you are completing your training by virtual classroom please see our list of competency training locations here.

If you would like to "mix and match" your training dates and/or locations then please call our admin team on 01525 713377 who will be more than happy to put a training package together for you on dates and / or locations that suit you.

All courses are accredited and are Skills for Health & WHO compliant.

THIS COURSE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
1: INTRODUCTION TO PHLEBOTOMY COURSE (GPT003) - Level 3 (Ireland Level 5)
2: ADVANCED PHLEBOTOMY COURSE (GPT005) - Level 4 (Ireland Level 6)
3: GEOPACE COMPETENCY CERTIFICATE - CPD Certified (optional with Virtual Classroom)

Learn how to take blood ... train as a Phlebotomist

FAST-TRACK YOUR PHLEBOTOMY TRAINING

WITH OUR

COMPLETE TRAINING PACKAGE

20% off -  Multi-Course Discount

    Cover all stages from beginner through to Level 4

    Available as Classroom or Virtual Classroom

    Complete your beginner to advanced training in 2 days

    Awards 2 accredited qualifications - Introduction to Phlebotomy and Advanced Phlebotomy qualifications

    Both courses are dually accredited (OCN & CPD)

    Geopace Certificate of Competency included with classroom attendance or available as an option when booking virtual classroom

    Covers all steps up to live blood draw

    Learn advanced skills and techniques

    Virtual Classroom options include comprehensive Practise@Home Training Kits (yours to keep)

    Basic understanding of English language required

    OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS


Phlebotomy Training - Beginner to Advanced PACKAGE

Bournemouth

London Waterloo Academy

Dental Nurse

Dental Assistant

VIRTUAL DENTAL NURSING DIPLOMA

Registration Fee

Tuition Fee

Exam Fee

One Day Introduction Course

Brighton

ONLINE STUDY - In your own time (approx. 6 hours study time) +
CLASSROOM SESSION - Morning, Afternoon or Evening session (approx. 3 hours)



Awarding Body: Open College Network (OCN) Credit for Learning
Award Level: Level 4 (Foundation Degree Level) - Ireland Level 6
CPD Certified: Yes (CPD Accreditation)
Minimum Age: 18 (16 with parental consent)
Entry requirements: None. (English Level 2 desirable)
Training Locations: Study online + Classroom
 
OCN Accredited at UK Level 4 (Ireland Level 6)

 
PART 1 - Theory: Complete this part of your course online at home or work in your own time (stop and start learning when it suits you). Can be completed on multiple devices - smart phones, kindle, laptop, tablet etc.

PART 2 - Skills and Practical Development:
Covers advanced specialised phlebotomy techniques to give you the leading edge as a phlebotomist. Learn to use a wide range of non-routine equipment.


Attend a classroom location to complete your practical training.


Please make sure you verify the precise dates and timings of your course when you receive your booking confirmation, as it may vary from the information provided above.


Course Itinerary:
PART 1 - THEORY (ONLINE)
M00 - Introduction:
Learning outcomes, Assumptions and Overview.
M01 - Basic Phlebotomy - revision:
Recap of basic phlebotomy theory and practice - precursor to
the advanced course.
M02 - Aspirated and Vacuated Systems:
Open systems (Syringe & Needle), closed systems (Vacutainer & Monovette), Alternative closed systems, Using Monovette - aspiration and evacuated techniques, monovette adapter systems.
M03 - Specialised and Advanced Phlebotomy Equipment:
The centrifuge - overview. Safe operation and use. Managing a centrifuge breakage or spillage.
Equipment and practices in unusual situations.
Patients with special needs and requiring specific attention.
Equipment preparation for blood samples that are collected at
0 degrees, 37 degrees C and other non-standard conditions.
A look at advances in technology and how to use the latest devices.
M04 - Point of Care Testing:
What is POC Testing? Advantages, Disadvantages and Clinical
Outcomes. Comparison of POC with lab testing. 10 common POC tests. Roles for phlebotomists performing POC Tests.
M05 - Neonates and Children:
Sample collection from new-born to pre-adult. A detailed overview of legal principles of law including child consent and child protection for phlebotomists. Neonatal and child blood collection equipment.
A comprehensive look at heel and finger-prick procedures including
microtainers, lancets and capillary tube collection. Detailed heel prick procedure. Paediatric finger prick collection. The life-threatening hazard of over-collecting. Communication techniques in differing age bands.
Consent and the law. Basic principles of lawful consent for neonates and paediatric patients. Child protection.
Detailed analysis of neonatal and paediatric blood collection including Guthrie card collection. Neonatal bottles - colours and tests. Paediatric blood gases collection.
Butterfly needles - when to use. Blood tests during pregnancy. Neonatal blood screening - nine conditions covered. Bilirubin in neonates.
M06 - Geriatric Patients:
The challenges of phlebotomy in older people. Understanding skin changes and venepuncture implications. A profile of common
geriatric blood tests. Age related problems. Procedural precautions.
M07 - Special Procedures:
Drawing blood from back of hand. Drawing blood from lower limb veins. Managing the unwilling or difficult patient. Managing the psychiatric patient. Managing the isolated patient. Non-routine blood tests. Managing the latex allergy patient (type 1 and type 4 reactions). Latex indicators. Sample handling - non-routine procedures. Drug trials and research projects.
M08 - Special Tests and Sample Handling Procedures:
A look at sample collection at specific times of day and night,
samples that are protected from light, collected on ice and
collected at body temperature. Procedures for each group - collection notes, analytic time, optimal collection time and notes for each group.
M09 - Advanced Phlebotomy Tasks:
Additional procedures. Maintaining POC equipment. Stock control and stock rotation. Quality control. Data entry. Product evaluation. Training and competency evaluation.
M10 - Alternative Environments:
A step-by-step look at non-clinical phlebotomy environments including private testing, DEFRA, forensic and police, cord blood collection, DNA analysis, veterinary services, overseas and volunteering.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PART 1 SHOULD BE COMPLETED
BEFORE JOINING US FOR YOUR PRACTICAL TRAINING

PART 2 (CLASSROOM)
MORNING , AFTERNOON OR EVENING SESSION:

1 - Welcome, introductions and overview:
- Classroom - health & safety briefing, schedule overview.
- Virtual Classroom - audio/visual checks and registration. Unpacking and overview of your training kit.
2 - Syringe and Needle (open system): Correct use and applications.
3 - Monovette (open and closed systems):
Using the Monovette system in aspiration mode - correct use and applications.
Using the Monovette system in evacuated mode - correct use and applications.
4 - IR Vein Detector:
Demonstration of the IR vein detector for assisting in detection of difficult veins.
5 - Veins in back of hand:
Detecting suitable veins in the back of the hand.
6 - POC testing:
Point of Care Testing - use of glucose meter to demonstrate a typical POC test procedure. Correct use and overview of other POC test devices.
7 - Using lancets (finger collection)
We look at the correct use of lancets for POC testing and whole blood micro-collection.
8 - Using lancets (heel collection)
We look at the correct use of lancets for neonatal blood spot tests (Guthrie Test).
9 - Capillary collection
Using glass capillary tubes for micro-collection. Correct use and handling.
10 - Microtube collection
Correct use of BD Microtainers (and similar micro-collection bottles) - collection and handling.

This course is supported with downloadable resources and may include extra video segments to reinforce your practical training.
 
(THE COURSE DELIVERY AWARDS SAME NATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND DUALLY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION AS OUR VIRTUAL CLASSROOM COURSE VERSION)



The UK's first and only Level 4 qualification in Phlebotomy (equivalent to Ireland Level 6)

    FDSc (Foundation Degree Level) qualification

    Nationally Recognised certificate

    Dually accredited: Open College Network  and CPD

    Covers both aspirated and evacuated systems

    Covers specialised blood collection systems & methods

    Classroom or Virtual Classroom learning options

    Comprehensive Training Kit is provided when booking our Virtual Classroom option (yours to keep)

    Complete your training from beginner to advanced level

    This course either follows on from our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course  or can be combined with our introductory course as part of a course package (see below)

    Available to candidates who have completed (or are currently enrolled to complete) our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course or have previous phlebotomy practical experience.


Advanced Phlebotomy - Skills & Techniques (GPT005)

Key Facts:


COURSE 1: PERIPHERAL I.V. CANNULATION COURSE (GPT008)



ONLINE STUDY - In your own time (approx. 5-6 hours study time) +
CLASSROOM SESSION - Morning, Afternoon or Evening session (approx. 3 hours)



Awarding Body: Open College Network (OCN) Credit for Learning
Award Level: Level 3 (Advanced Level) - Ireland Level 5
CPD Certified: Yes (CPD Accreditation)
Minimum Age: 18 (16 with parental consent)
Entry requirements: None. (English Level 2 desirable)
Training Locations: Study online + Classroom
 
OCN Accredited at UK Level 3 (Ireland Level 5)

 
PART 1 - Theory: Complete this part of your course online at home or work in your own time (stop and start learning when it suits you). Can be completed on multiple devices - smart phones, kindle, laptop, tablet etc.

PART 2 - Skills and Practical Development:
Safely and competently set up and maintain a Peripheral IV Infusion.


Attend a classroom location to complete your practical training.

 
Course Itinerary:
PART 1 - THEORY (ONLINE)
M1 - Peripheral IV Cannulation - Introduction:
Definitions - understanding terminology relating to PIVC.
IV Therapy and NMC guidelines.
M2 - Legal & Professional Responsibilities:
Legal Obligations and Accountability. Criminal, Civil and
Contractual law in Healthcare. Vicarious Liability and your
Duty of Care.
M3 - Anatomy & Physiology:
Sites appropriate to IV cannulation. Hand vs. arm.
Advantages and disadvantages of relevant veins.
An overview of Homeostasis and Fluid Balance.
M4 - Hygiene and Infection Prevention & Control (IPC):
Reducing healthcare-associated infections. Keeping Safe.
Bloodborne Pathogens and Work Practice Controls.
Standard Precautions. Waste Disposal. Needle-stick injuries.
M5 - Indications and Advantages:
When to cannulate, infusion types and benefits over
alternative infusion routes. Continuous and intermittent infusion.
Prophylactic use before procedures and in unstable patients.
Contraindications.
M6 - Equipment:
Cannula types, sizes and colour coding. How to select
appropriate size. Equipment overview for total procedure.
M7 - Vein Choice for Cannulation:
Correct vein selection. Which veins to avoid.
How to manage an unsuccessful cannulation.
M8 - Procedures:
Full procedure for cannulation including correct documentation.
M8: Guide to Cannulation - revision
M8: Video - Recap with full procedure
M9 - Contraindications:
When inappropriate to cannulate including patients with specific health conditions.
M10 - Complications:
A detailed look at potential complications during and after
cannulation, including phlebitis, infections, petechiae and haematomas. Clinical signs and corrective actions.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PART 1 SHOULD BE COMPLETED
BEFORE JOINING US FOR YOUR PRACTICAL TRAINING

PART 2 (CLASSROOM:
1 - Welcome, introductions and overview:
Classroom - registration and introductions.
Virtual Classroom - audio/visual checks and registration.
2 - Legal & Professional Responsibilities:
Overview and discussion.
3 - Anatomy - key points (appropriate to PIVC):
Arteries and veins. Selecting an approprate site. Sites to avoid and “first choice” sites.
4 - Cannulae - selection and types:
A detailed look at different types of cannulas, respective benefits and attributes. Selectinng an appropriate pVAD.
5 - Complications:
Complications of pVAD insertion including examples of
infiltration, haematoma, extravasation and transfixation.
6 - VIP Score:
Understanding and using the Visual Infusion Phlebitis score.
7 - Equipment - overview:
We take a look at all essential equipment required for PIVC.
8 - PRACTICAL SESSIONS:
Multiple practical sessions throughout the session.
9 - Fluids:
The importance of understanding fluids. Includes detailed overview of: maintenance fluids, Hartmann’s solution, Colloids (and risks), blood products.
10 - Infusion Rates:
Calculating infusion rates and drops per minute.

This course is supported with downloadable resources and may include extra video segments to reinforce your practical training.
 
(THE COURSE DELIVERY AWARDS SAME NATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND DUALLY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION AS OUR VIRTUAL CLASSROOM COURSE VERSION)
Please make sure you verify the precise dates and timings of your course when you receive your booking confirmation, as it may vary from the information provided above.





Key Facts:


COURSE 2: VACCINATION / INJECTION COURSE (GPT601)



ONLINE STUDY - In your own time (approx. 5-6 hours study time) +
CLASSROOM SESSION - Morning, Afternoon or Evening session (approx. 3 hours)


Awarding Body: Open College Network (OCN) Credit for Learning
Award Level: Level 4 (FDSc Level) - Ireland Level 6
CPD Certified: Yes (CPD Accreditation)
Minimum Age: 18 (16 with parental consent)
Entry requirements: None. (English Level 2 desirable)
Training Locations: Study online + Classroom
 
OCN Accredited at UK Level 4 (Ireland Level 6)



SUITABLE FOR:
- MEDICAL / HEALTHCARE (trainees and professionals)
- AESTHETIC THERAPISTS (all levels)

 
This Vaccination / Injection Course is a nurse or paramedic-led half-day session covering all essential theory and practical skill-sets required to deliver effective Intramuscular, Intradermal and Subcutaneous injections / vaccinations.
 
PART 1 - THEORY (online)
Delegates will fully understand the theory and will be able to demonstrate they can identify the correct patient, gain consent and safely administer a vaccine or injection, conforming to WHO and Skills for Health recommended standards.
 
Itinerary:
M01 Course Overview and brief history
M02 Infection Protection Control
M03 Professionalism and Effective Communication
M04 Understanding injection procedures
M05 Why do we vaccinate?
M06 The immune system and how vaccines work. Vaccine types and composition.
M07 The National Vaccine Policy & Schedule
M08 Vaccine preventable diseases
M08A – Covid-19 Update
M09 Vaccines - understanding the reconstitution process
M10 Storage and Handling – understanding correct procedures and protocols
M11 Equipment – Syringes and Syringe Types, Needles and Needle Types, SDV (Single-Dose Vials), MDV (Multi-Dose Vials), Pre-Filled Syringes, Gloves and PPE.
M12 Vaccination sites, techniques and anatomical site selection
i) Intramuscular (IM) Injection
ii) Subcutaneous (SubCut) Injection
iii) Intradermal (ID) Injection
M13 Legal requirements, Consent and Standard Operating Procedures
M14 Adverse Reactions and Basic Life Support Guidance
M15 Record keeping & Documentation
 
PLEASE NOTE THAT PART 1 SHOULD BE COMPLETED
BEFORE JOINING US FOR YOUR PRACTICAL TRAINING
PART 2 - CLASSROOM (am, pm or evening sessions)
3 - 4 hours skill-set development with practical demonstrations and hands-on experience performing Intramuscular, Intradermal and Subcutaneous Injections.
 


How do I attend?

EITHER -
CLASSROOM OPTION - Complete your theory training online at home or work, then attend one of our scheduled classroom locations, completing your Peripheral IV Cannulation Course and your Injection Course on the same day.
Our Peripheral IV Cannulation Course and Injection Course training kits are supplied at no charge when booking our virtual classroom training option.
If you would like to add one or both of these kits to your classroom training option then these are available for you to add at time of booking. Training kits mirror the same equipment and supplies used in the classroom and both include detailed video instructions, allowing you to continue to practice and "hone" your skills after you have completed your practical training.

OR -

VIRTUAL CLASSROOM OPTION- Complete your theory training online at home or work, then join us for your one full day to complete your cannulation and injection course training.

Our Virtual Classroom option includes two very comprehensive training kits - one for your cannulation course and one for your injection course. Kits are included at no charge (normally £79.95 and £39.95 respectively) and are yours to keep and to continue to practice with after you have finished your courses. The equipment and supplies included in your kits are the same as those used if you choose the classroom option.

How do I book?

Choose whether you would like to attend in a classroom or if you would like to complete your training by virtual classroom.
Click on the Classroom - Booking Options or Virtual Classroom - Booking Options buttons below to see all upcoming dates and locations.

Additional Courses suitable for Aesthetic Therapists:
Our popular Introduction to Phlebotomy Course also trains you to perform venepuncture at Advanced Level. We offer both classroom and virtual classroom options for this course and a comprehensive Practise@Home Training Kit is provided for our virtual classroom option. Both options are accredited at Advanced Level.
If you already have phlebotomy skills (or decide to enroll on our phlebotomy training course) then you will be able to offer your clients Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatments, also known as Vampire Facials. Our PRP (Vampire Facials) Course trains you in the harvesting, preparation and treatment of PRP for application to your clients as required. We offer both classroom and virtual classroom options for this course and a comprehensive Practise@Home Training Kit is provided for our virtual classroom option. Both options are accredited at Foundation Degree Level.

If you would like to "mix and match" your training dates and/or locations or would like to build your own package of courses then please call our admin team on 01525 713377 who will be more than happy to put a training package together for you on dates and / or locations that suit you.

All courses are dually accredited and are Skills for Health & WHO compliant.

Medical Aesthetics

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)

Intravenous Cannulation

Aesthetic Practitioner

Facial Aesthetics

THIS COURSE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
1: PERIPHERAL I.V. CANNULATION - IV THERAPIES COURSE (GPT008)
2: VACCINATION / INJECTION COURSE (GPT601)

Learn how to administer injectables and intravenous therapies ...

FAST-TRACK YOUR AESTHETICS TRAINING

WITH OUR

COMPLETE TRAINING PACKAGE

20% Multi-Course Discount

    Cover all stages from Level 1 through to Level 4 (FDSc)

    Cover your theory training online

    Complete your advanced practical training in 1 day

    Practical training in Classroom or Virtual Classroom

    Comprehensive Practise@Home training kits for VC

    Awards 2 accredited qualifications

    Dual Accreditations for all courses

    Covers all steps required to safely perform injectables

    Covers all steps required to safely perform IV therapies

    Practise IV on artificial arm with fake blood

    Practise injection techniques on realistic injection pads

    Learn beginner to advanced skills and techniques

    Basic understanding of English language required

    OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS


Aesthetic Therapy Training - Beginner to Advanced PACKAGE

Cardiff

Milton Keynes 

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(English Level 2 desirable)</p><p style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Training Locations:</strong>&nbsp;Study online + Classroom</p><p style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);">&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">OCN Accredited at UK Level 3 (Ireland Level 5)</span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></strong></p><p style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);">&nbsp;</p><p style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">PART 1 - Theory:</strong>&nbsp;Complete this part of your course online at home or work in your own time (stop and start learning when it suits you). Can be completed on multiple devices - smart phones, kindle, laptop, tablet etc.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">PART 2 - Skills and Practical Development:</strong><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Safely and competently set up and maintain a Peripheral IV Infusion.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"></strong></p><p style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Attend a classroom location to complete your practical training.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></strong></p><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><p style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);"><span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Please make sure you verify the precise dates and timings of your course when you receive your booking confirmation, as it may vary from the information provided above.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></strong></span></p></div><div style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Course Itinerary:</strong></div><div style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></strong></div><p style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">PART 1 - THEORY (ONLINE)</strong><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M1 - Peripheral IV Cannulation - Introduction:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Definitions - understanding terminology relating to PIVC.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">IV Therapy and NMC guidelines.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M2 - Legal &amp; Professional Responsibilities:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Legal Obligations and Accountability. Criminal, Civil and<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Contractual law in Healthcare. Vicarious Liability and your<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Duty of Care.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M3 - Anatomy &amp; Physiology:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Sites appropriate to IV cannulation. Hand vs. arm.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Advantages and disadvantages of relevant veins.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">An overview of Homeostasis and Fluid Balance.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M4 - Hygiene and Infection Prevention &amp; Control (IPC):</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Reducing healthcare-associated infections. Keeping Safe.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Bloodborne Pathogens and Work Practice Controls.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Standard Precautions. Waste Disposal. Needle-stick injuries.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M5 - Indications and Advantages:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">When to cannulate, infusion types and benefits over<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">alternative infusion routes. Continuous and intermittent infusion.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Prophylactic use before procedures and in unstable patients.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Contraindications.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M6 - Equipment:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Cannula types, sizes and colour coding. How to select<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">appropriate size. Equipment overview for total procedure.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M7 - Vein Choice for Cannulation:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Correct vein selection. Which veins to avoid.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">How to manage an unsuccessful cannulation.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M8 - Procedures:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Full procedure for cannulation including correct documentation.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M8: Guide to Cannulation - revision</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M8: Video - Recap with full procedure</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M9 - Contraindications:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">When inappropriate to cannulate including patients with specific health conditions.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 128, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 128, 0);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">M10 - Complications:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">A detailed look at potential complications during and after<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">cannulation, including phlebitis, infections, petechiae and haematomas. Clinical signs and corrective actions.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">PLEASE NOTE THAT PART 1 SHOULD BE COMPLETED</strong><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">BEFORE JOINING US FOR YOUR PRACTICAL TRAINING</strong><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">PART 2 (CLASSROOM:</span><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"></strong></strong><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 128); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(128, 0, 128);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">1 - Welcome, introductions and overview:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Classroom - registration and introductions.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Virtual Classroom - audio/visual checks and registration.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 128); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(128, 0, 128);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">2 - Legal &amp; Professional Responsibilities:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Overview and discussion.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 128); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(128, 0, 128);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">3 - Anatomy - key points (appropriate to PIVC):</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Arteries and veins. Selecting an approprate site. Sites to avoid and &ldquo;first choice&rdquo; sites.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 128); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(128, 0, 128);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">4 - Cannulae - selection and types:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">A detailed look at different types of cannulas, respective benefits and attributes. Selectinng an appropriate pVAD.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 128); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(128, 0, 128);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">5 - Complications:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Complications of pVAD insertion including examples of<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">infiltration, haematoma, extravasation and transfixation.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 128); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(128, 0, 128);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">6 - VIP Score:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Understanding and using the Visual Infusion Phlebitis score.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 128); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(128, 0, 128);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">7 - Equipment - overview:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">We take a look at all essential equipment required for PIVC.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">8 - PRACTICAL SESSIONS:</strong><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Multiple practical sessions throughout the session.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 128); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(128, 0, 128);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">9 - Fluids:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">The importance of understanding fluids. Includes detailed overview of: maintenance fluids, Hartmann&rsquo;s solution, Colloids (and risks), blood products.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="color: rgb(128, 0, 128); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(128, 0, 128);"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">10 - Infusion Rates:</strong></span><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Calculating infusion rates and drops per minute.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">This course is supported with downloadable resources and may include extra video segments to reinforce your practical training.</em></strong></p><p style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);">&nbsp;</p><div style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(85, 85, 85);"><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><em fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">(THE COURSE DELIVERY AWARDS SAME NATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND DUALLY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION AS OUR VIRTUAL CLASSROOM COURSE VERSION)</strong></em></p></div></div><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p>

ONLINE STUDY - In your own time (approx. 6 hours study time) +
CLASSROOM SESSION - Morning, Afternoon or Evening session (approx. 3 hours)



Awarding Body: Open College Network (OCN) Credit for Learning
Award Level: Level 3 (Advanced Level) - Ireland Level 5
CPD Certified: Yes (CPD Accreditation)
Minimum Age: 18 (16 with parental consent)
Entry requirements: None. (English Level 2 desirable)
Training Locations: Study online + Classroom
 
OCN Accredited at UK Level 3 (Ireland Level 5)

 
PART 1 - Theory: Complete this part of your course online at home or work in your own time (stop and start learning when it suits you). Can be completed on multiple devices - smart phones, kindle, laptop, tablet etc.

PART 2 - Skills and Practical Development:
Safely and competently set up and maintain a Peripheral IV Infusion.


Attend a classroom location to complete your practical training.


Please make sure you verify the precise dates and timings of your course when you receive your booking confirmation, as it may vary from the information provided above.


Course Itinerary:
PART 1 - THEORY (ONLINE)
M1 - Peripheral IV Cannulation - Introduction:
Definitions - understanding terminology relating to PIVC.
IV Therapy and NMC guidelines.
M2 - Legal & Professional Responsibilities:
Legal Obligations and Accountability. Criminal, Civil and
Contractual law in Healthcare. Vicarious Liability and your
Duty of Care.
M3 - Anatomy & Physiology:
Sites appropriate to IV cannulation. Hand vs. arm.
Advantages and disadvantages of relevant veins.
An overview of Homeostasis and Fluid Balance.
M4 - Hygiene and Infection Prevention & Control (IPC):
Reducing healthcare-associated infections. Keeping Safe.
Bloodborne Pathogens and Work Practice Controls.
Standard Precautions. Waste Disposal. Needle-stick injuries.
M5 - Indications and Advantages:
When to cannulate, infusion types and benefits over
alternative infusion routes. Continuous and intermittent infusion.
Prophylactic use before procedures and in unstable patients.
Contraindications.
M6 - Equipment:
Cannula types, sizes and colour coding. How to select
appropriate size. Equipment overview for total procedure.
M7 - Vein Choice for Cannulation:
Correct vein selection. Which veins to avoid.
How to manage an unsuccessful cannulation.
M8 - Procedures:
Full procedure for cannulation including correct documentation.
M8: Guide to Cannulation - revision
M8: Video - Recap with full procedure
M9 - Contraindications:
When inappropriate to cannulate including patients with specific health conditions.
M10 - Complications:
A detailed look at potential complications during and after
cannulation, including phlebitis, infections, petechiae and haematomas. Clinical signs and corrective actions.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PART 1 SHOULD BE COMPLETED
BEFORE JOINING US FOR YOUR PRACTICAL TRAINING

PART 2 (CLASSROOM:
1 - Welcome, introductions and overview:
Classroom - registration and introductions.
Virtual Classroom - audio/visual checks and registration.
2 - Legal & Professional Responsibilities:
Overview and discussion.
3 - Anatomy - key points (appropriate to PIVC):
Arteries and veins. Selecting an approprate site. Sites to avoid and “first choice” sites.
4 - Cannulae - selection and types:
A detailed look at different types of cannulas, respective benefits and attributes. Selectinng an appropriate pVAD.
5 - Complications:
Complications of pVAD insertion including examples of
infiltration, haematoma, extravasation and transfixation.
6 - VIP Score:
Understanding and using the Visual Infusion Phlebitis score.
7 - Equipment - overview:
We take a look at all essential equipment required for PIVC.
8 - PRACTICAL SESSIONS:
Multiple practical sessions throughout the session.
9 - Fluids:
The importance of understanding fluids. Includes detailed overview of: maintenance fluids, Hartmann’s solution, Colloids (and risks), blood products.
10 - Infusion Rates:
Calculating infusion rates and drops per minute.

This course is supported with downloadable resources and may include extra video segments to reinforce your practical training.
 
(THE COURSE DELIVERY AWARDS SAME NATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND DUALLY ACCREDITED QUALIFICATION AS OUR VIRTUAL CLASSROOM COURSE VERSION)



Aesthetics

Medicine & Nursing

Venepuncture & Cannulation

Learn how to cannulate ...

    Nationally Recognised Qualification

    OCN Accredited - Level 3 (advanced) - Ireland Level 5

    CPD Accredited - The CPD Certification Service

    Classroom or Virtual Classroom options

    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

    OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS


Peripheral I.V. Cannulation Course (GPT008)

<p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">A <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Retreat in Daily Life</strong> is a way to find something of what you might experience on a residential retreat, with the difference being that you are at home, and the prayer experience is woven into the rhythm of your ordinary life.&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">The&nbsp;Contemplative at Home Retreat in Daily Life</strong> involves two components:</p><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Six days per week : Thirty to Forty-five minutes of <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">daily personal prayer</strong>, with suggested meditations and reflection questions.</li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">One day per week : A&nbsp;two-hour Zoom call, to share with other pilgrims who are on retreat with you. Lissy hosts these sessions in a <strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">group spiritual direction</strong> format.&nbsp;</li></ul><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Who is this for?</strong></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">This retreat is suitable for anyone who has (or has had) some kind of practice of Christian prayer, and is ready to explore a bit more of their faith, their prayer life or their relationship with God.&nbsp;</div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">This might be for you if you</div><ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Would like to explore the contemplative prayer traditions of the Christian faith</div></li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Are ready for something deeper in your relationship with God</div></li><li style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"><div id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Hope to find God in new ways</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Would like some structure and support to help you reinstate a habit of daily prayer</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Would like to go away on retreat, but are unable to at the moment</div></li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Enjoy&nbsp;</span>Contemplative at Home meditations and want to connect&nbsp;with others who do as well</div></li></ul><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Prayer Material</strong></span></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">Meditations from the Contemplative at Home archives are suggested for five days of the week, with an Examen or review practice on the sixth day of the week. Each week follows a slightly different theme.</span></div><div fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></div><p id="isPasted" style="margin-left: 20px; color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="margin-left: 20px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 14px;">Week One: Introduction to Contemplative Prayer / Establishing your Routine</span></p><p style="margin-left: 20px; color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="margin-left: 20px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 14px;">Week Two: Lectio Divina / Listening to Scripture</span></p><p style="margin-left: 20px; color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="margin-left: 20px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 14px;">Week Three: Imaginative Contemplation / Encoutering Jesus&nbsp;</span></p><p style="margin-left: 20px; color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="margin-left: 20px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 14px;">Week Four: Praying with the Psalms / My Life in God</span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 14px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 14px;">Prompts for reflection are also provided. Most of the meditations are around twenty minutes in length, with a suggested 15 minutes after the audio&nbsp;meditation for journalling or reflecting on your prayer experience.&nbsp;</span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><strong fr-original-style="" style="font-weight: 700; box-sizing: border-box;">Further Details and Commitment</strong></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">The times listed on the sign up link above reflect the time for the group calls. Please be aware of your local time zone. I work in the UK and times may be listed for GMT.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">There will be one call before the retreat begins, and one at the end of each week, for a total of 5 calls.&nbsp;</span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px;">There will be a maximum of six participants in the group.<br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">Please check that you are able to attend all of the group sessions before you apply.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">The daily prayer can be done at any time that suits you but, if you don&#39;t already have a 30-45 minute window of time devoted to prayer each day, do take some time to think about when you might fit it in, for example: will you wake up earlier? Will you do it at lunch time? in the evening? How realistic is this? &nbsp;Is there a place in your house where you could sit to pray? Will&nbsp;those you share space with will be able to respect your commitment to the retreat?</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">This won&#39;t be for everyone, but for those who are drawn to take part in this prayer experience, I have no doubt that it will be a positive and enriching time. I am really looking forward to sharing this space with you.</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;</p><p fr-original-style="" style="color: var(--text); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p>

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<h2 id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(57, 54, 79); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(57, 54, 79);">About this event</h2><div style="color: rgb(57, 54, 79); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(57, 54, 79);"><h3 style="color: rgb(30, 10, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(30, 10, 60);">COURSE INTRODUCTION</h3><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">This course covers Tuberculosis, latent and active, diagnosis, screening and testing, groups offered vaccine, symptoms and treatment; within the current regulatory and legal framework. We discuss Mantoux, BCG techniques, IGRA testing, Scar identification and current issues. The course is hands-on and practical and each participant receives a certificate after successfully completing the course.</p><h3 style="color: rgb(30, 10, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(30, 10, 60);">AIMS AND OBJECTIVES</h3><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Be able to provide accurate and up to date information about BCG and TB vaccines</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Update staff on current issues</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Provide a safe, effective and high standard of care</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">COURSE CONTENTS</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; The aims of TB immunisation: national policy and schedules</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; History of TB</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; How common is TB</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Epidemiology and current statistics</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Screening and testing</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Latent TB infection</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Active TB disease</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Signs and symptoms of TB</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Diagnosis</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; IGRA Testing</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Treatment</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Management</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; TB Vaccination</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Practical workshop</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Technique-intradermal</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; BCG Technique</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Mantoux / Technique</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Scar identification</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; The legal aspects of vaccination</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Prescribing vaccines</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Storage and handling of vaccines - cold chain</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Correct administration of vaccines</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Record-keeping and reporting</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Competence Assessment</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">Ref: National Minimum Standards for Immunisation Training, PHE and RCN, Immunisation for Infectious Diseases</p><h3 style="color: rgb(30, 10, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(30, 10, 60);">WHO SHOULD ATTEND?</h3><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Nurses - Primary Care, Secondary Care</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Occupational Health Staff</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Doctors - Occupational Health</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Military Staff</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Midwives</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; Neonatal Nurses</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">&bull; School Nurses</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">Includes All course materials and certificate of attendance</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">AB Health Group awards CPD points / certificate of attendance for each course. &nbsp;If you would prefer an accredited certificate by our accrediting body Aim Qualifications we can organise this. &nbsp;The charge for the certificate including postage is &pound;30.00.</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);"><br fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"></p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">Annie Barr AB Health Group</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">Organiser Description</p><p style="color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(111, 114, 135);">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.</p></div>

About this event
COURSE INTRODUCTION
This course covers Tuberculosis, latent and active, diagnosis, screening and testing, groups offered vaccine, symptoms and treatment; within the current regulatory and legal framework. We discuss Mantoux, BCG techniques, IGRA testing, Scar identification and current issues. The course is hands-on and practical and each participant receives a certificate after successfully completing the course.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
• Be able to provide accurate and up to date information about BCG and TB vaccines
• Update staff on current issues
• Provide a safe, effective and high standard of care


COURSE CONTENTS
• The aims of TB immunisation: national policy and schedules
• History of TB
• How common is TB
• Epidemiology and current statistics
• Screening and testing
• Latent TB infection
• Active TB disease
• Signs and symptoms of TB
• Diagnosis
• IGRA Testing
• Treatment
• Management
• TB Vaccination
• Practical workshop
• Technique-intradermal
• BCG Technique
• Mantoux / Technique
• Scar identification
• The legal aspects of vaccination
• Prescribing vaccines
• Storage and handling of vaccines - cold chain
• Correct administration of vaccines
• Record-keeping and reporting
• Competence Assessment
Ref: National Minimum Standards for Immunisation Training, PHE and RCN, Immunisation for Infectious Diseases
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
• Nurses - Primary Care, Secondary Care
• Occupational Health Staff
• Doctors - Occupational Health
• Military Staff
• Midwives
• Neonatal Nurses
• School Nurses
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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