Clinical Skills and Training

Female Catheterisation

The Female Catheterisation Awareness course is designed to provide healthcare professionals with critical knowledge and skills for safely performing female catheterisation. This course combines theoretical understanding with practical skills, focusing on patient dignity, infection control, and adherence to the latest UK healthcare guidelines.

By covering key aspects such as indications for catheterisation, selection of catheters, insertion techniques, and management of catheter-associated risks, this training ensures that healthcare professionals are well-equipped to deliver high-quality care to female patients requiring catheterisation.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • 01

    Understand the anatomical and physiological considerations specific to female catheterisation.

  • 02

    Apply best practices for infection prevention and control during catheterisation.

  • 03

    Demonstrate competency in selecting appropriate catheters and performing the catheterisation procedure.

  • 04

    Identify and manage potential complications associated with female catheterisation.

  • 05

    Incorporate patient-centred care principles, ensuring respect, dignity, and privacy in clinical practice.

Course Contents

  • Introduction to Catheterisation
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Types of Catheters and Catheterisation
  • Infection Control and Hygiene
  • Catheterisation Procedure
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Communication and Patient Education
  • Legal, Ethical, and Professional Issues

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

This course will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills for performing female catheterisation, focusing on safe practices, patient care, and managing complications.

It aligns with the latest UK healthcare guidelines and protocols, ensuring that you are trained according to the highest standards of clinical practice.

The course is delivered online through our Learning Management System, offering interactive modules, videos, presentations, downloadable resources, and case studies.

Healthcare professionals involved in patient care, including nurses, doctors, and allied health practitioners, will benefit from this course. It enhances your clinical skills, supports compliance with healthcare standards, and contributes to your continuous professional development, helping you provide the best possible care to your patients.

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