An opportunity to develop knowledge and skills for wound management, infection control and removing skin closure devices.
It will also consider the underpinning principles of Tier 1 capabilities in the National Wound Care Strategy Programme (2023) Wound Care Workforce Framework.
"Best course I've ever been on! Fun, informative, brilliant tutor, very engaging and learnt a lot! Now feeling confident to start."
"An excellent course to update my knowledge and make me more confident when dealing with wounds!"
"Enjoyable course! Covered everything that we needed!"
Past course delegates
Anatomy and physiology of the skin
The stages in wound healing – Implications for choosing the right dressing at each stage
Classification of wounds
Assessing wounds (A holistic approach)
Dressing types; choosing the right dressing
Group work
Managing wounds - consider:
Removal of skin closure devices
Medico-legal issues surround delegation to assistant practitioners in treating wounds
