Course Introduction Our Venepuncture and Phlebotomy training equips delegates with the skills and knowledge needed to take blood safely. Please note: this course is for health care professionals and nurses only. About this event Applicable to Nurses, Health Care Assistants and Phlebotomists in primary care, the community, hospitals or nursing homes, this course is interactive and involves a demonstration session on performing blood tests. Our venepuncture training will give delegates the theoretical and practical awareness to undertake a competence assessment framework in the workplace that will deem them competent to take blood safely and appropriately. Each delegate will receive a competence-based framework to allow them to do this. Course Aims Identify and describe equipment used for routine venepuncture Be able to assess and select suitable sites used for venepuncture as well as locations to avoid Describe and utilize the required steps to perform routine venepuncture Describe actions that ensure safety during performance of a venepuncture Identify suitable vein selection and identify factors influencing this Understand relevant professional and legal issues Be able to identify potential complications Understand anatomy and physiology and correct vein selection Be familiar with equipment and exercise choice in using most appropriate equipment Practice safely in terms of infection control and waste management Become skilled and competent at phlebotomy To recognise any complications arising and be able to take the appropriate action Course Content Background and importance of training and competence Supervision and practice Scope and responsibilities Accountability Professional and legal issues Consent and capacity What is phlebotomy? Tools of the trade-equipment Needles and patient safety Blood collection systems and devices Syringes and when to use them Blood collection tubes Labelling Anatomy and physiology Vein Selection: - Identification of Veins - Arm Veins - Hand Veins Vein assessment Unacceptable sites for venous collection Venepuncture procedure Attempts Order of Fill Specimen collection procedures Specimen handling post-phlebotomy Personal protective equipment Needle stick injuries Legislation-EU Directives Disposal Needle phobias Dealing with anxiety/fainting etc. Practical session Potential Complications (including infection control) Practical Application - techniques and troubleshooting Case scenarios Troubleshooting Audit Who should attend / would be applicable? Nurses HCAs Those interested in careers as Phlebotomists AB Health Group awards CPD points / certificate of attendance for each course. If you would prefer an accredited certificate by our accrediting body Aim Qualifications we can organise this. The charge for the certificate including postage is £30.00. Annie Barr AB Health Group Organiser Description Annie Barr is a leading provider of high quality, accredited healthcare training. With a selection of engaging healthcare training that has been developed by experts to equip you and your workforce with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to provide compassionate and high quality care.
Course Summary Mini Medics - First Aid The Mini Medics courses is a Child friendly introduction to first aid and defibrillation aimed at children between the ages of 8 and 11, but it can suit children of any age from about 5 upwards. The course is kept at a basic level with no use of confusing terminologies. The mini medics course will show complete respect for the child’s ability, make it educational and practical, and instil the importance of helping someone who is poorly or injured. Fully illustrated 24-page ‘First Aid for Children’ book • A unique syringe pen in various colours (or colouring pencils) • A 4-page worksheet There is also the opportunity to purchase t-shirts and hoodies - delivered at a later date Course Contents A range of subjects are covered including: What is First Aid? Safety Communication and contacting the emergency services First Aid kits DR ABC Recovery position Choking Resuscitation (CPR) Defibrillation (AED) Wounds and bleeding Asthma Shock Certification A certificate of attendance is included with the Mini Medic book as a ‘cut-out’ for the child. Duration 3 hours (dependent on the syllabus you want covered including educational, theoretical and practical teaching sessions. A shorter 1 hour version is available for the younger children - enquire by calling 07853393777) Further Information Duration: 3-hours in total (including a 20 min break in the middle) Group size: 10 Candidates per 1 Trainer/Assessor Assessment method: None Pre-requisite: Candidates should be aged 6-11, but suitable for all ages Suggested progression: Mini Medics - Mental Health First Aid *There are chairs in the foyer and a cafe next door (same building) if parents wold like to stay close by.
The QCF approved qualification came into effect on 1st October 2013, along with new guidance on assessing the needs of First Aid in your workplace. Your risk assessments of First Aid needs may well identify the need for Emergency First Aiders at Work (EFAW) either as an addition to your First Aiders (3-day), or where your Company activities are low risk. A lot of our Clients have requested this course as extra cover when working on construction sites or similar works covered by the Principal Contractors trained site first aiders and for smaller works. Aims To give a basic knowledge to help you deal with any Emergency First Aid at Work. Course Content • Responsibilities and reporting • Assessment of the situation • Basic hygiene in First Aid • Dealing with an unresponsive casualty • Resuscitation and AED (defib) • Heart attacks • Bleeding • Minor injuries • Choking • Shock • Seizures. Prerequisites None - The course is intended either as an introduction or as a refresher. Assessment Delegates will be required to pass a multiple-choice test at the end of the training. (In addition, the HSE strongly recommend that all students undergo an annual refresher programme of about 3 hours, although this is not mandatory). Certificate On successful completion of the course, all delegates will receive a certificate of attendance. Instructions We regret that we may not be able to accept people onto a course who are more than 30 minutes late due to contact hours and the content that would be missed. It is a requirement of our regulators, to check ID for all delegates attending our courses. Driving licence, passport, work ID badge or a debit / credit card are all acceptable means of ID. Directions Location Map
Focusing Skills Course for qualified and trainee Counsellors and Psychotherapists. Beginning in September 2025: 60 hour course over 5 weekends (5 hours on each Saturday and Sunday) over six months. In-person in Norfolk, small cohort of 6 participants. Learn the therapeutic process of Focusing as developed from the research of Carl Rogers and Eugene Gendlin in the 1950s. This is a course that will benefit you both personally and professionally. Experiential training in groups, triads and diads. No previous experience of Focusing necessary, but also suitable for those who have some experience and knowledge of Focusing.
Course Summary Enhance your manual therapy practice with Dry Needling. This comprehensive course, led by experienced Osteopath Becky Tyler, provides the essential knowledge and practical skills to confidently integrate Dry Needling into your treatments. Course Highlights: Expert Instruction: Learn from Becky Tyler, an experienced Osteopath, ensuring high-quality, clinically relevant training. Comprehensive Curriculum: Covering foundational theory, practical demonstrations, and extensive hands-on practice, you’ll master trigger point Dry Needling techniques. Practical Focus: Gain proficiency through ample practical sessions, allowing you to refine your skills and apply techniques effectively. Clinical Application: Learn to strategically apply Dry Needling for muscular pain relief, understanding both when and when not to use it. Professional Development: This CPD course aims to develop competent and confident practitioners, enabling you to offer a more comprehensive treatment approach. Course Structure: Online Pre-Learning: Foundational theoretical knowledge. Two-Day In-House Practical Training: Advanced theory and intensive practical application. Post-Course Case Study: Demonstration of clinical reasoning and application. Course Content Introduction History of Acupuncture About Needles Acupuncture Application Effects of Acupuncture Contractions & Contraindications Practical Application Conditions Covered include; Plantar-Fasciitis, Rotator Cuff, Tennis and Golders Elbow, Lower Back Pain/Pathologies, Local Muscular Pain, Muscles Trigger points and much more! Course Prerequisites Physiotherapists Osteopaths Chiropractors Manual Therapists Sports Therapists Sports Massage Therapists (Must be Level 4 qualified or above) We may ask you to provide a copy of your qualification. Assessment Your competency will be assessed through: Online Pre-Learning Quizzes: To ensure comprehension of foundational knowledge. Practical Skills Observations: Continuous assessment of practical technique during training. Post-Course Case Study: A comprehensive evaluation of your ability to apply Dry Needling principles in a clinical context. Certification On completion of this course you will receive a Certificate of Competency in Dry Needling Once completed you will be able to add Dry Needling therapy on to your own indemnity insurance, You will also need to apply for a license from your local council Venue BTST Academy & Clinic, Holly Farm, Clipstone Road, Edwinstowe, Nottingham, NG21 9JD Course Times Start 9.30am – Finish 4:30pm Course Price £ 325 Tutor Becky Tyler BOst, PGCertSPOP, DipSMT Course Terms & Conditions: Click here for the terms and conditions. Course Accreditation Accredited by Active IQ What our Learners say: Gemma Parker; After completing a 2 day Dry Needling course with Becky at her academy, I can highly recommend her amazing facilities and brilliant training. Becky is a great teacher and everyone involved with the academy are super friendly, the location is just stunning too. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience and will be booking another course real soon. Dan Green; Excellent facility, great course and very knowledgable instructor. Very highly recommended All reviews taken from our Google Reviews
This one day masterclass is designed to provide a practical application of the content that is covered within The DEI Playbook and is aimed at anyone tasked with launching and implementing diversity and inclusion within their organisation.
Are challenging people getting in the way of your happiness, well-being and success? You may find them at work, in social situations, you may live them or they may be members of your family? Even worse when you see them getting away with things; getting their way even though there is no sense to it; getting advantages over everyone else; and in many cases being rewarded for their abusive behaviour with promotion and other advantages! You probably would never want to behave the way they do. You don’t have it in you or you just couldn’t live with yourself if you behaved like that. Maybe your attempts to confront them have failed and you’ve ended up with egg on your face, with them having more opportunity to have a “dig” at you. As a result, you may have come to the conclusion that it’s the nasty people that get ahead, and someone like you just has to put up with this behaviour from others.
Description Our Ear Care training course is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills required to safely assess the need for and perform ear irrigation using specialised ear irrigation devices. PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT COVER MICROSUCTION ON THIS COURSE. This training covers how to perform this procedure in a variety of settings, including general practice, community care, emergency, residential care and pharmacy. It is healthcare professionals already working in a healthcare setting with appropriate supervision and support - including both those with no prior knowledge of aural care or those who need an update in their skills and knowledge base. Delegates will leave our Ear Care course with a competency-based assessment document, which will enable them to undertake a period of supervised mentoring and practice. A practical demonstration of how to use the propulse machine is included in this training however please note that we do not practice on “live subjects”. Includes All course materials and certificate of attendance Accreditation 6 CPD points awarded on completion. Accredited by Aim Qualifications (*Certificate £30) and CPD Standards (*Certificate free) Please note: this course is for health care professionals and nurses only. Annie Barr AB Health Group Organiser Description Annie Barr is a leading provider of high-quality, accredited healthcare training. With a selection of engaging healthcare training that has been developed by experts to equip you and your workforce with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to provide compassionate and high-quality care.