The course is run over 2 days. Day 1 is Face to Face, Day 2 is Zoom The course is run over 2 days you will learn about and how to teach and assess the following key areas: PUWER, LOLER and the Manual Handling Regulations Operations (1992) The anatomy of the spine How to risk assess using E.L.I.T.E safe principles The importance of reducing risk and removing hazards Correct understanding of R.I.D.D.O.R How to choose and use the correct equipment safely Condemned and dangerous moves Practical skills – Chair moves, slings, slide sheets and hoisting
Course Description Our 135hr globally recognised comprehensive lymphoedema education programme for degree level healthcare professionals working with a clinical environment. Skills and knowledge from introduction to lymphatics, assessment, and diagnosis right through to treatment and advanced management. Please note price includes VAT Our Comprehensive Lymphoedema Training Course Course Summary Join us on our blended learning training programme especially designed for certified healthcare professionals working within clinical settings. By the end of the course, you will have a thorough understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system, enabling you to holistically assess and diagnose a patient with lymphoedema. You will be able to design and implement an appropriate research and evidence based individualised management strategy selecting from a range of therapies and new innovations. You will be competent in the field of Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy including Multi Component Bandaging (MCB) and the latest knowledge and research in Fluoroscopy Guided - Manual Lymphatic Drainage (FG-MLD®) Entry Requirements This training is suitable for: All certified healthcare professionals. Such as Medics, Registered General Nurses, Physiotherapists, Radiographers, Occupational therapists, Osteopaths and Chiropractors Learning Format Your course is made up of a blended learning format meaning your content and modules will be taught via live interactive webinars, through self-guided independent study and face to face clinical skills workshops. So, whether you're learning style is social, solitary, visual, kinesthetic, auditory or a combination we have a learning style to help you get the best out of the course. We hope that you make the most out of the tools that are available to you throughout the course but don't worry if you are not the most "tech-savvy", we have real people on hand to help you every step of the way. Assessment Criteria All students will undergo a series of course specific formative & summative assessments. Throughout the course you will be assessed through observation of practical tasks, written assessments, assignments, research and online tests. Course Contents You will gain knowledge, skills and techniques in: Compression Exercise Skincare & Wound Healing Garments Multi-Component Bandaging Assessment & Treatment of Oedema Anatomy & Pathways of the Upper & Lower Limb FG-MLD® Technique Tissue Dielectric Constant Head & Neck, Midline & Genital Oedema. Training will also cover innovations and consideration for clinical practice. Course Inclusions As part of your training pack, LTA will provide all training support materials required to undertake the course. Such as but not limited to: Corporate Sponsored Bandaging Pack LymphBalls™ Latest LTA Research & Development articles Lymphoedema supporting literature Access to in-house LTA training & demonstration videos Learning management platform (CANVAS) profile & course content Snacks & Refreshments throughout your practical skills workshops Dedicated support from the LTA training team Course Certification The benefits of an LTA certification means you can; Display FG-MLD® Certified and LTA Cert. logo on your marketing material Write LTA Cert. after your name Wear your qualification badge Practice MLD to further enhance outcomes Use an innovative technique and ensure effective treatment programmes Receive training and support from Jane Wigg & Team Access the latest developments in Lymphoedema care Have access to a private FG-MLD® Therapist FB Page Recertification To maintain your LTA Therapist Certification, a 2-day recertification is required after 12 months after your initial training, and you will be required to attend a 1-day recertification every 2 years thereafter to maintain your certification of practice.
Awareness of Legislation including Health and Safety at Work Act, PUWER, LOLER, Manual Handling Regulations Operations (1992) About this event Awareness of Legislation including Health and Safety at Work Act, PUWER, LOLER, Manual Handling Regulations Operations (1992) Duties and Responsibilities of Employer and Employee Anatomy of Spine Risk Assessment using safe principles E.L.I.T.E Reducing risk and removing hazards Understanding R.I.D.D.O.R Safe use of correct equipment Knowledge of dangerous moves Ability Test Chair Moves to stand and chair to chair transfer Slings – inserting whilst in bed/in a wheelchair Hoist – bed to chair transfer
Recovery position Bleeding – causes, control measures and risk limitation Shock CPR Demonstration and practice D.R.S.A.B.C. Unconsciousness/ Recovery position Bleeding – causes, control measures and risk limitation Shock CPR Demonstration and practice D.R.S.A.B.C. Unconsciousness/head injuries Choking – responding effectively and practical demonstration
This course cover the below - the usual duration is approx 6 hour which includes a simulated competency. About this event This course cover the below - the usual duration is approx 6 hour which includes a simulated competency. The course is delivered by our registered nurse trainers who are experts in enteral feeding. We will provide workbooks, competency paperwork as well as all the assciated enteral feeding tubes and machines for practical demonstration with. The purpose of PEG feeding Conditions which may require a PEG Indications and contra indications of PEG The procedures for feeding and administering medications via PEG Recognising, dealing with and reporting complications The care and maintenance of enteral feeding tubes Procedures for effective mouth care Documentation and record keeping Practical session
Applied anatomy and physiology Infection control and prevention Different types of tracheostomy Indications for tracheostomy Complications About this event Applied anatomy and physiology Infection control and prevention Different types of tracheostomy Indications for tracheostomy Complications of tracheostomy Changing dressings and keeping the area clean Fitting, managing and changing an inner cannula tube Suctioning a patient with a tracheostomy Communication and care of a patient with a tracheostomy tube Keeping accurate records Full tube change procedure Emergency tracheostomy management (resus) procedure and guidelines Practical session using mannequin & suction machine Training record sign off
Differences between supra-pubic & urethral catheters Advantages/disadvantages of urinary catheters Reasons for catheterisation Male/female About this event Differences between supra-pubic & urethral catheters Advantages/disadvantages of urinary catheters Reasons for catheterisation Male/female anatomy Aseptic technique Male urethal catheterisation procedure (theory & practical session) Female urtethal catheterisation procedure (theory & practical session) Supra-pubic catheterisation procedure (if requested) Post procedure catheter positioning Post procedure check list Record keeping Competency framework training record sign off
Venepuncture: Identify the suitable veins for Venepuncture Identify the indications and contraindications for both the practitioner and the About this event Venepuncture: Identify the suitable veins for Venepuncture Identify the indications and contraindications for both the practitioner and the patient To discuss the equipment used for performing Venepuncture To be made aware of the full procedure and raise awareness for potential policy variations To provide simulated practise in a controlled environment to help develop Venepuncture skills To consider Venepuncture from patients point of view Cannulation: What is a vein and their structure Identify the veins associated with cannulation Characteristics of a good and bad vein Patient status that may affect undertaking the procedure Adverse reactions to the procedure Understand of how to deal with sharps injuries Correct technique for hand hygiene Principles of aseptic non-touch techniques Understanding of universal precautions associated with cannulisation Professional accountability and implications to practice
Anatomy and physiology How to examine the ear About this event Anatomy and physiology How to examine the ear Common ear problems & foreign bodies Complications Risk assessing Infection control Documentation and record keeping Ear irrigation (syringing) Practical session