Introduction to Ear Care
Livewell Southwest Academy
Delivery Method: Face-to-face Training for Nurses and Assistant Practitioners with no experience in Ear Irrigation / Instrumentation. The training is based on the guidelines published by the Rotherham Primary Ear Care Centre.
Objectives/Aims of Course
At the end of the study day the learners should:
- Have a theoretical knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the ear.
- Be able to recognise various conditions that can affect the ear, know how to treat them and advise on prevention
- Be able to carry out holistic assessments and plan an appropriate plan of care for patients.
- Demonstrate correct use of equipment, including decontamination
- Demonstrate correct and safe technique when carrying out:
- Otoscopy - on each other
- Instrumentation/ irrigation - on an educational model
Course Programme
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Conditions that can affect the ear
- Health promotion
- Contra indications to irrigation
Course Deliverables
This course will provide a Certificate for Training on Introduction to Ear Care (Practical competencies to be completed in practice).
Who Should Attend (including pre-requisites)
For Nurses & Assistant Practitioners with no experience in ear irrigation / Instrumentation.
The training is based on the guidelines published by the Rotherham Primary Ear Care Centre
Dates available on arrangement
Livewell Southwest Academy can also create this course for you on arrangement either at your workplace or at one of their locations.
