COURSE CONTENT

Intravenous (IV) cannulation is a useful way for a phlebotomist to utilise their skill at finding veins. Blood can be drawn using a cannula, and the cannula can be prepped for a nurse or other qualified individual to administer medications.

This half day course concentrates on the specific skill of cannulation to an NHS standard. You will of course get plenty of time to practice and perfect the technique, but the course also goes into:

• Selecting an appropriate site for a cannula.
• Infection control considerations.
• Indications and contraindications of use.
• Different types of equipment.
• VIPS scales and aftercare.
• Potential complications.
• Taking blood through a cannula.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

Learners who have already attended the CPD Venepuncture Practices & Techniques course, or phlebotomists who have already had clinical experience, and would like to learn new skills.

We often train aesthetic beauticians and wellness therapists, who plan to provide vitamin drips for their clients, as well as a variety of healthcare professionals.

EQUIPMENT

You will train using training aids, including arms and hands, and a variety of cannulation equipment.

TIMINGS

This is a half day course.

This course is usually held in the afternoon, immediately after the CPD Advanced Venepuncture Techniques course in the morning. The course starts at 13:30 and, depending on the size of the group, can continue until 16:30 or 17:00.

GROUP SIZES

Group sizes are kept small, to get the best 1:1 experience with the trainers. Minimum group size is 2. Maximum group size is 8.

ACCREDITATION

All of our courses are provided by our sister company iN phlebotomy training, and are accredited by the CPD certification service, which means they are internationally recognised as part of your portfolio of training.

This course counts as 5 CPD hours.

REFRESHMENTS

Refreshments will be provided throughout the course. Kettle and microwave facilities are also available. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements.

LOCATION

Courses are either delivered in our Training Centre in Bakersfield Medical Centre in Nottingham, or in Premier Inn, King’s Cross, London.

COURSES AT YOUR PREMISES (£700)

We can also come to your premises to train up to 6 members of staff on a day that will suit you. Courses can be tailored to meet your specific requirements. As this is a half day course, it can be combined with other courses (like a CPD ECG, or CPD Advanced Venepuncture Techniques course) to complete a full day, or it can be run twice, back-to-back, with two separate groups of staff.

Contact us to discuss your needs.