Clinical Skills for Foot Health Practitioners (FHPs)

Course Overview

This Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course is designed to provide FHPs with confidence, and to further develop their skill, in scalpel techniques, corn and callus management, skin integrity assessment, clinical risk awareness, and safe treatment practices.

The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical application to ensure practitioners can perform treatments safely, effectively, and within their professional scope of practice.

Course Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to Advanced Scalpel Work

  • Purpose and principles of sharp debridement
  • Role of scalpel work in foot health practice
  • Tissue reduction and preservation of healthy skin
  • Indications and contraindications for treatment
  • Clinical judgement and professional responsibility

Learning Focus: Participants will understand when scalpel treatment is appropriate and how it contributes to patient comfort, mobility, and skin health.

Module 2: Blade Selection and Instrument Handling

  • Differences between Size 10 and Size 15 blades
  • Blade selection for specific clinical presentations
  • Correct grip and handling techniques
  • Safe blade loading and disposal
  • Sharps safety procedures

Learning Focus: Participants will develop confidence in selecting and handling scalpel blades safely and effectively.

Module 3: Scalpel Technique and Tissue Reduction

  • Correct blade angle and pressure control
  • Controlled tissue reduction techniques
  • Layer-by-layer debridement
  • Maintaining patient comfort during treatment
  • Prevention of tissue trauma

Learning Focus: Participants will learn how to remove pathological tissue safely while preserving healthy skin integrity.

Module 4: Skin Tension and Supporting Hand Techniques

  • Establishing effective skin tension
  • Stabilisation of the foot during treatment
  • Positioning of the supporting hand
  • Ergonomics for clinician safety and efficiency
  • Maintaining visibility and control

Learning Focus: Participants will understand how proper support and stabilisation improve treatment precision and reduce clinical risk.

Module 5: Management of Hyperkeratosis and Callus

  • Assessment of hyperkeratotic tissue
  • Safe reduction of callus
  • Pressure and friction-related skin changes
  • Monitoring skin condition following treatment
  • Prevention of recurrence

Learning Focus: Participants will develop practical skills in managing callus and thickened tissue while supporting long-term skin health.

Module 6: Corn Enucleation and Lesion Management

  • Corn assessment and identification
  • Enucleation techniques using appropriate blades
  • Precision tissue removal
  • Management of pressure lesions
  • Treatment limitations and referral considerations

Learning Focus: Participants will gain an understanding of safe and effective corn management techniques.

Module 7: Fissure Care and Skin Integrity

  • Assessment of skin integrity
  • Management of fissures and cracked skin
  • Prevention of skin breakdown
  • Infection risk awareness
  • Maintenance of healthy tissue

Learning Focus: Participants will learn how to improve skin condition while minimising complications.

Module 8: Clinical Risk Assessment and Patient Safety

  • Vascular and neurological considerations
  • Identifying contraindications to treatment
  • Risk assessment procedures
  • Minor bleeding protocols
  • Infection prevention and cross-contamination control

Learning Focus: Participants will strengthen their clinical decision-making skills and improve patient safety practices.

Module 9: Dressing and Offloading Techniques

  • Basic dressing selection
  • Protection of vulnerable tissue
  • Pressure redistribution strategies
  • Offloading principles
  • Post-treatment care advice

Learning Focus: Participants will understand how adjunctive therapies support treatment outcomes and patient comfort.

Learning Outcomes

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

Knowledge and Understanding

  1. Explain the principles and purpose of advanced scalpel work in foot health practice.
  2. Identify indications, contraindications, and clinical risks associated with sharp debridement.
  3. Describe the characteristics and appropriate use of Size 10 and Size 15 scalpel blades.
  4. Understand the importance of infection prevention, cross-contamination control, and sharps safety.

Clinical Skills

  1. Demonstrate safe and effective scalpel handling techniques.
  2. Apply correct blade angle, pressure control, and tissue reduction methods.
  3. Perform safe reduction of hyperkeratosis and callus.
  4. Demonstrate appropriate techniques for corn enucleation and fissure management.
  5. Maintain skin integrity while removing pathological tissue.

Clinical Decision-Making

  1. Assess patient suitability for treatment through appropriate risk assessment.
  2. Recognise situations where scalpel treatment should be modified, postponed, or avoided.
  3. Identify signs requiring referral to other healthcare professionals.

Professional Practice

  1. Apply safe working practices in accordance with professional and infection control standards.
  2. Utilise dressing and offloading techniques to support treatment outcomes.
  3. Promote patient comfort, mobility, and long-term foot health through evidence-informed clinical practice.

Course delivery

The course will be delivered through am presentations, engagement and practice on relevant models. Practical will be delivered pm in a clinical setting (Head Office, Southport)

Course Tutor

Qualifying in 1997 with the Institute of Chiropodists and Podiatrists, Caroline has worked across the private healthcare sector in various roles as both a healthcare professional, and a business owner/director. Serving as the official team Chiropodist for Hull City AFC from 2008-2015 helped to enhance Caroline’s professional reputation and served to inspire the growth of her company. Gaining a broad and valuable knowledge of her industry has enabled Caroline to create an established business with clinics across Hessle and Barton specialising in Chiropody, Foot Health, Remedial Massage, Beauty, Acupuncture, Counselling and alternative therapies. 

Caroline is a member of the Institute’s Faculty of Education and a course tutor on The Institute’s Level 4 Diploma in Foot Health programme, holding a Level 3 qualification in adult teaching and education.

REGISTRATION OPENS SOON

Lunch and refreshments provided.

Parking is available on site. Please ensure you provide your care registration details to our team.

Non-College of Foot Health members can use this course as the practical assessment required for Associate Membership. Please contact info@cofh.org.uk for full details.

A comprehensive, hands-on clinical training day for foot health professionals

Join us for an interactive and informative day dedicated to understanding, diagnosing, and managing fungal nail and skin infections.

Fungal toenail infections, or onychomycosis, are a common and often persistent condition affecting both nails and surrounding skin. They can cause thickening, discoloration, brittleness, and discomfort, and may impact a patient’s mobility and confidence. Early identification, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment — including debridement, topical or systemic antifungals, and ongoing care — are essential to restore nail health and prevent recurrence.


This practical course combines evidence-based knowledge with hands-on demonstrations to help you deliver safe, confident, and effective treatments for your patients.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Integrate diagnostic testing and referral pathways into your clinical practice
  • Identify and manage common fungal nail and skin infections confidently
  • Perform safe, effective debridement and occlusion techniques
  • Select appropriate topical and supportive treatment options
  • Understand how and when to apply redlight therapy safely

Schedule:

10am: Welcome and introduction to the day

10.30am: The Fungal Nail, Skin (revision)

11.30am: Coffee break

11.45am: PowerPoint: aggressive debridement, chemical ablation, Diafactory fungal test, Bifonazole, Nail surgery, Spirularin NS

12.15pm: Lunch Break

1pm: Demonstration: Aggressive debridement, skin occlusion and the application of 40% urea and Bifonazole. Choice of burrs and drills, selection of topical antifungal agents.

1.15pm: Foot Health Check: skin and nail dermatophyte infection

1.30pm: Silicone feet debriding and skin occlusion, plus application of 40% urea and Bifonazole (substitutes) to learn techniques. Discussion on the use of orange sticks to remove infected material following chemical ablation.

2.15pm: Discussion of product selection for continuing patient treatment. Including:

Emtrex, Lamisil spray, Spirularin NS.

2.45pm: The Diafactory fungal nail test and when to refer.

3pm: Redlight therapy for fungal nails

3.30pm: Q&A, CPD certificate presentation

4pm: Close

Course tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

CoFH members can use credits (10) from this course towards their Higher Diploma.

Lunch and Refreshments are provided.

This course is for FHP’s, podiatrists and chiropodists only.

This course is only open to members of The College of Foot Health

Max. 10 delegates.

This intensive and highly-practical Advanced Practice (AP) training day is designed specifically to reconfirm the skills you have already learnt and are practicing, further developing and advancing your expertise as a Foot Health Practitioner.

The course will focus, but is not limited to, the following:

  • 1. How to perform PNR (partial nail resection) with appropriate use of Clauberg nippers, blacks file and mosquito forceps
  • 2. How to recognize and appropriately treat IPK (intractable plantar keratosis). What is it? Is it a corn? Other treatments to offer? 
  • 3. Wound care, dressings and use of medical honey
  • 4. Dermatology – recognizing psoriasis and dermatitis, including dyshidrotic eczema, and atopic dermatitis, plus appropriate treatments
  • 5. When to, and how to, appropriately refer

A highly practical afternoon, in our training clinic, will involve patient assessment, PNR, IPK, heloma, wound care, use of dermatoscopes for skin issue recognition. Delegates will be practicing on specifically chosen patients.

The course will be held at The Institute of Podiatrists clinical training Centre in Southport.

On completion of the course, course delegates will receive an Advanced Practice Certificate, as well as a ‘working goodie bag’ that includes: Medical Honey, Mosquito forceps, Clinisept, copy of all slides and associated information.

Tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

This course is ONLY open to CoFH members.

This course carries 15 credits towards the Higher Diploma (HD)

Course delegates MUST be qualified and in practice for a minimum of 6 months prior to the course commencing.

Lunch and refreshments are provided.

This course is open to FHPs, podiatrists and chiropodists ONLY.

Email info@cofh.org.uk to add your name to our waiting list.

The pain-free, non-invasive, non-surgical treatment solution

This course will investigate nail pathologies frequently seen by podiatrists and foot health practitioners. We will discuss how we can use safe, simple and inexpensive treatment options that avoid surgery, require no anesthetic, have no recovery period, offer quick relief from pain, and can be repeated successfully without trauma.

Ingrown toenails are a common and often painful condition that can significantly affect patients’ quality of life. Nail braces offer a conservative, safe, and effective treatment option suitable for various patient groups, including children, those with needle phobia, patients with diabetes or poor wound healing, and individuals with peripheral vascular disease (PVD). They are also ideal for patients who have undergone successful treatment for fungal nail infections, as these nails often grow flatter and wider, necessitating careful management.

Nail braces are evidence-based, affordable for patients, and profitable for practitioners. They provide a non-invasive alternative to more drastic interventions, reducing the risk of complications and promoting better patient outcomes.

During your training, you’ll be introduced to a variety of bracing systems available in the field. These include composite solutions, wired adhesive solutions, and simple adhesive braces. The practical sessions will give you hands-on experience with these different systems, allowing you to gain confidence in their application and use. This course enables the course delegates to purchase Onyfix systems post training.

By becoming proficient with a range of braces, you ensure that you can tailor your treatment plans to the specific needs of each patient, rather than being restricted to a single method. This adaptability is crucial in providing the best care possible and achieving optimal outcomes for your patients.

Course schedule

9.45am -Welcome and refreshments

10.00 -12.15 Nail pathologies and treatments options for ingrown toenails. Nail braces – types, patient selection, research and evidence.

12.15 – 12.45 – Lunch

12.45 – 13.15 – Tutor demonstration

13.15 – 15.15 – Student practical’s

15.15 – 16.00 – Refreshments – Q&A, feedback and CPD

16.00 – Close

Tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare

Lunch and refreshments are provided throughout the course.

Members of The College of Foot Health, can use credits (10) of attendance towards their Higher Diploma.

Email info@cofh.org.uk to add your name to our waiting list.

Our highly regarded Diabetic and Vascular Assessment and Management Course has been comprehensively updated to include a unique hands-on clinical component, providing delegates with direct experience of diabetic foot screening in a live clinical setting. Delivered at our dedicated, state-of-the-art training clinic in Southport, this course combines theoretical learning with supervised clinical practice, ensuring participants leave with both the knowledge and confidence to deliver high-quality diabetic foot care in line with current professional standards and guidelines. This course is ideal for HCPC-registered podiatrists, Foot Health Practitioners, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals involved in diabetes care, as well as clinicians seeking to refresh or expand their knowledge of diabetic and vascular assessment within a structured and supportive learning environment.

Course Aim

To enhance the clinicians’ understanding of diabetes-related foot pathology, vascular assessment, and evidence-based management strategies, while providing practical experience in performing and interpreting diabetic foot screenings.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

• Demonstrate practical competency in diabetic foot screening under supervision in a clinical setting.  

  • • Explain the pathophysiological effects of diabetes on the vascular and nervous systems of the lower limb.

• Identify and assess key risk factors associated with diabetic foot complications, including neuropathy and peripheral arterial disease.

• Conduct comprehensive diabetic foot and vascular assessments using current evidence-based screening tools and techniques.

• Interpret clinical findings to accurately stratify patient risk and inform treatment and referral decisions.

• Apply current national and international guidelines to diabetic foot care and management.

• Deliver effective patient education and self-care advice to support long-term foot health and prevention of complications.

Course Content

  • • Theoretical Component Overview of diabetes and its systemic complications
  • • Pathophysiology of diabetic foot disease
  • • Review of vascular and neurological anatomy of the lower limb
  • • Evidence-based diabetic foot risk assessment models
  • • Current guidelines for diabetic foot screening, monitoring, and referral
  • • Understanding ulceration, infection, and amputation risk factors
  • • Review of treatment pathways, multidisciplinary care, and prevention strategies
  • • Patient communication, education, and documentation best practices  

Practical Component

• Reflective discussion and feedback on individual clinical performance

• Structured hands-on sessions within a working diabetic foot screening clinic

• Supervised diabetic foot and vascular screening of real patients

• Use of monofilament testing, Doppler ultrasound, Thermal Imaging

• Risk stratification exercises and case-based learning

• Clinical documentation and communication of findings

Course Tutor

Somuz Miah, CFPodM, BSc (PodM), Dip Sp.I, PGC IP, MFPM RCPS (Glasg),is a qualified Sports Practitioner & Podiatrist (Diploma Sports injuries &Electro Therapy).  

Somuz is a highly respected podiatrist specializing in a variety of foot health and lower limb conditions including diabetic foot care. With over 24 years of experience in preventing and treating diabetes-related foot complications. Somuz has an established history in expertise of wound management, neuropathy assessment and treatment, helping patients maintain mobility and prevent amputations.

Members of the College of Foot Health who are undertaking the Higher Diploma can use attendance credits for this course towards completion of their HD.

Lunch and refreshments are provided.

This course is open to FHPs, podiatrists and chiropodists ONLY

Email info@cofh.org.uk to add your name to our waiting list.

In today’s foot health practices, damaged nails are a common concern among patients, often stemming from trauma, fungal infections, nail surgery, or various medical conditions. As part of a comprehensive treatment plan, toenail reconstruction can be a fantastic, temporary cosmetic solution—sometimes the only viable option for restoring the appearance of a damaged nail.

Toenail reconstruction offers a range of options, each tailored to address the specific needs of the patient. While it is primarily considered a cosmetic procedure, its impact goes beyond aesthetics. For many patients, the restoration of their nail’s appearance can have a profound psychological benefit, boosting confidence and improving overall well-being, especially when no other treatment options are available.

This procedure allows practitioners to offer patients a sense of normalcy and satisfaction, enhancing the holistic care provided.

This course will delve into various nail deformities and pathologies that can lead to unsightly toenails, equipping clinicians with the skills needed to address these issues effectively. You will learn how to confidently prepare the nail plate—and the nail bed if necessary—to create a cosmetically pleasing, temporary prosthetic nail using specialist gels.

The reconstructed toenail not only enhances the appearance of the damaged nail but can also be treated as a ‘normal’ nail, providing patients with a practical and aesthetically satisfying solution. Typically, these prosthetic nails last between 6-8 weeks, offering a durable yet temporary option that can significantly improve the patient’s quality of life.

In this course, we will explore the Wilde-Pedique LCN, polygels and Gehwol toenail reconstruction systems in detail. Attendees will gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience with both of these leading systems, ensuring they are fully qualified to use them in their practice. Upon completion, no additional training will be required, allowing clinicians to begin offering these treatments to their patients immediately.

This course equips you with the skills and confidence needed to incorporate these effective toenail reconstruction methods into your practice seamlessly.

Course Tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

Members of the College of Foot Health who are undertaking the Higher Diploma can use attendance credits (10) for this course towards completion of their HD.

Lunch and refreshments provided.

A comprehensive, hands-on clinical training day for foot health professionals

Email info@cofh.org.uk to add your name to our waiting list.

Join us for an interactive and informative day dedicated to understanding, diagnosing, and managing fungal nail and skin infections.

Fungal toenail infections, or onychomycosis, are a common and often persistent condition affecting both nails and surrounding skin. They can cause thickening, discoloration, brittleness, and discomfort, and may impact a patient’s mobility and confidence. Early identification, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment — including debridement, topical or systemic antifungals, and ongoing care — are essential to restore nail health and prevent recurrence.


This practical course combines evidence-based knowledge with hands-on demonstrations to help you deliver safe, confident, and effective treatments for your patients.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Integrate diagnostic testing and referral pathways into your clinical practice

• Identify and manage common fungal nail and skin infections confidently

• Perform safe, effective debridement and occlusion techniques

• Select appropriate topical and supportive treatment options

Schedule:

10am: Welcome and introduction to the day

10.30am: The Fungal Nail, Skin (revision)

11.30am: Coffee break

11.45am: PowerPoint: aggressive debridement, chemical ablation, Diafactory fungal test, Bifonazole, Nail surgery, Spirularin NS

12.15pm: Lunch Break

1pm: Demonstration: Aggressive debridement, skin occlusion and the application of 40% urea and Bifonazole. Choice of burrs and drills, selection of topical antifungal agents.

1.15pm: Foot Health Check: skin and nail dermatophyte infection

1.30pm: Silicone feet debriding and skin occlusion, plus application of 40% urea and Bifonazole (substitutes) to learn techniques. Discussion on the use of orange sticks to remove infected material following chemical ablation.

2.15pm: Discussion of product selection for continuing patient treatment. Including:

Emtrex, Lamisil spray, Spirularin NS.

3pm: The Diafactory fungal nail test and when to refer.

3.30pm: Q&A, CPD certificate presentation

4pm: Close

Course tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

CoFH members can use credits (10) from this course towards their Higher Diploma.

Lunch and Refreshments are provided.

In today’s foot health practices, damaged nails are a common concern among patients, often stemming from trauma, fungal infections, nail surgery, or various medical conditions. As part of a comprehensive treatment plan, toenail reconstruction can be a fantastic, temporary cosmetic solution—sometimes the only viable option for restoring the appearance of a damaged nail.

Toenail reconstruction offers a range of options, each tailored to address the specific needs of the patient. While it is primarily considered a cosmetic procedure, its impact goes beyond aesthetics. For many patients, the restoration of their nail’s appearance can have a profound psychological benefit, boosting confidence and improving overall well-being, especially when no other treatment options are available.

This procedure allows practitioners to offer patients a sense of normalcy and satisfaction, enhancing the holistic care provided.

This course will delve into various nail deformities and pathologies that can lead to unsightly toenails, equipping clinicians with the skills needed to address these issues effectively. You will learn how to confidently prepare the nail plate—and the nail bed if necessary—to create a cosmetically pleasing, temporary prosthetic nail using specialist gels.

The reconstructed toenail not only enhances the appearance of the damaged nail but can also be treated as a ‘normal’ nail, providing patients with a practical and aesthetically satisfying solution. Typically, these prosthetic nails last between 6-8 weeks, offering a durable yet temporary option that can significantly improve the patient’s quality of life.

In this course, we will explore the Wilde-Pedique LCN, polygels and Gehwol toenail reconstruction systems in detail. Attendees will gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience with both of these leading systems, ensuring they are fully qualified to use them in their practice. Upon completion, no additional training will be required, allowing clinicians to begin offering these treatments to their patients immediately.

This course equips you with the skills and confidence needed to incorporate these effective toenail reconstruction methods into your practice seamlessly.

Course Tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

Members of the College of Foot Health who are undertaking the Higher Diploma can use attendance credits (10) for this course towards completion of their HD.

Lunch and refreshments provided.

Open to FHPs, podiatrists and chiropodists ONLY.

Join us for an interactive, one-day practical course designed to help you deliver the best possible conservative treatments for your patients. This engaging workshop blends evidence-based learning with real-world skills you can apply immediately in clinic.

Learning objectives:

  • Assess and manage key MSK conditions – including plantar fasciitis, capsulitis, and hallux abductovalgus.
  • Master functional taping, chairside orthotic modification, and silicone putty devices for targeted patient support.
  • Integrate therapeutic ultrasound and red-light therapy confidently into your treatment plans.
  • Build practical confidence through guided, hands-on instruction led by an experienced clinician.

All attendees will receive practical training in the correct use of therapeutic ultrasound – learning how to safely and effectively reduce discomfort across a range of musculoskeletal conditions. These devices are readily available to FHPs and are covered under CoFH insurance for clinical use.

You’ll also gain step-by-step guidance on Red Light Therapy application and treatment protocols, ensuring you can implement this powerful modality confidently and effectively.

Expand your treatment options with confidence and professionalism.

Learn from an experienced clinician in a supportive environment.

Develop skills you can apply immediately in your practice.

Course Schedule

9.45 -arrivals registration and refreshments

10am – welcome and group introductions

10.30am – PowerPoint learning. Q&A interaction encoruaged

11.15am -Comfort break

11.30am – Tutor demonstrations

  • Taping – Plantar fasciitis  Hallux abductovalgus, plantar plate tear
  • Padding – Morton’s neuroma, cavity pads
  • Replaceable padding and chairside orthotics – how to pad shoe inserts instead of foot, how to make replaceable pads for patients. Metatarsal pads for fat pad atrophy

12.15 – Lunch

1pm – Demo therapeutic ultrasound and Red Light Therapy – treatment protocols

1.15pm – Practical session – all delegates

3.15pm – Q&A

4pm – Close

Course Tutor


Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

This course is open to all Foot Health Practitioners, CoFH members can use credits (10) from this course towards the Higher Diploma certificate.

Lunch and refreshments are provided.

This course is only open to members of The College of Foot Health

Max. 10 delegates.

Email info@cofh.org.uk to add your name to our waiting list.

This intensive and highly-practical Advanced Practice (AP) training day is designed specifically to reconfirm the skills you have already learnt and are practicing, further developing and advancing your expertise as a Foot Health Practitioner.

The course will focus, but is not limited to, the following:

  • 1. How to perform PNR (partial nail resection) with appropriate use of Clauberg nippers, blacks file and mosquito forceps
  • 2. How to recognize and appropriately treat IPK (intractable plantar keratosis). What is it? Is it a corn? Other treatments to offer? 
  • 3. Wound care, dressings and use of medical honey
  • 4. Dermatology – recognizing psoriasis and dermatitis, including dyshidrotic eczema, and atopic dermatitis, plus appropriate treatments
  • 5. When to, and how to, appropriately refer

A highly practical afternoon, in our training clinic, will involve patient assessment, PNR, IPK, heloma, wound care, use of dermatoscopes for skin issue recognition. Delegates will be practicing on specifically chosen patients.

The course will be held at The Institute of Podiatrists clinical training Centre in Southport.

On completion of the course, course delegates will receive an Advanced Practice Certificate, as well as a ‘working goodie bag’ that includes: Medical Honey, Mosquito forceps, Clinisept, copy of all slides and associated information.

Tutor

Gaynor Wooldridge, is a consultant podiatrist working within a multidisciplinary clinic in Kent. She has a passion and commitment to the field of foot health, with special interests in research, injection therapies, wound care and diabetes. She is a great believer that continuing professional development is central to the ‘lifelong learning’ approach so vital within healthcare.

This course is ONLY open to CoFH members.

This course carries 15 credits towards the Higher Diploma (HD)

Course delegates MUST be qualified and in practice for a minimum of 6 months prior to the course commencing.

Lunch and refreshments are provided.

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