Urethral Catheterisation & Catheter Care Training
The catheterisation course is for registered nurses needing to carry out urethral catheterisation of patients. After successful completion of the course, five mentored practices will be required within a clinical setting. The catheter care course is for care staff.
| Course Number | Course Validity | Course Duration | Course Assessment | Course Accreditation | Course Approvals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC0110 | 1 Year | 1/2 Day | Formal | - | - |
| SC0110.1 | 1 Year | 1/2 Day | Continuous |
- Introduction & course overview
- Catheterisation
- Anatomy & physiology
- Suitable situations
- Equipment
- Preparation
- Procedure – theory, demonstration & practice with manikins
- Potential problems & resolution
- Post-catheterisation care
- Course evaluation
- An adapted course can be delivered for suprapubic catheterisation. Course code SC0110.2
