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. This course is not suitable for HCAs. The training is based on the guidelines published by the Rotherham Primary Ear Care Centre.