Carrying out Footcare Treatments Practical Training
This practical unit enhances your hands-on skills in foot care treatme
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- Chapter 1 : Be able to prepare for foot care treatments
- Chapter 2 : Be able to carry out treatments safely
- Chapter 3 : Be able to apply nail cutting techniques safely
- Chapter 4 : Be able to safely apply abrasion techniques for nails and skin
- Chapter 5 : Be able to evaluate foot care treatments
- Chapter 6 : Be able to prepare for foot care treatmentsLecture 1:Carry out risk assessments when preparing work areasPrivateLecture 2:Follow infection prevention and control proceduresPrivateLecture 3:Ensure safe and comfortable positioning of the client and selfPrivateLecture 4:Prepare equipment and products for ease of use and safetyPrivateLecture 5:End of Chapter TestPrivate
- Chapter 7 : Be able to make recommendations for treatmentLecture 1:Assess the client's individual needsPrivateLecture 2:Use consultation techniques to identify treatment objectivesPrivateLecture 3:Explain recommendations to the client based on individual needsPrivateLecture 4:Establish consent to apply any recommendations suggestedPrivateLecture 5:End of Chapter TestPrivate
- Chapter 8 : Be able to carry out treatments safely
- Chapter 9 : Be able to apply nail cutting techniques safelyLecture 1:Apply the correct tool for the type of nailPrivateLecture 2:Demonstrate safe nail cutting techniques for: involuted nails, onychocryptosis,PrivateLecture 3:Apply Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when carrying out nail cuttingPrivateLecture 4:Dispose of waste from nail cutting procedures safelyPrivateLecture 5:End of chapter testPrivate
- Chapter 10 : Be able to safely apply abrasion techniques for nails and skLecture 1:Apply the correct tools for the type of: nail to be filed and skin to bePrivateLecture 2:Demonstrate safe techniques for: manual filing and mechanicalPrivateLecture 3:Apply Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when filingPrivateLecture 4:Dispose of waste from abrasion procedures safelyPrivateLecture 5:End of chapter testPrivate
- Chapter 11 : Be able to evaluate foot care treatment
- Chapter 12 : Be able to test for sensory function of the lower limb
- Chapter 13 : Be able to support clients with diabetes in foot healthcare
- Chapter 14 : Be able to communicate with foot healthcare clientLecture 1:Make own client at easePrivateLecture 2:Demonstrate the following skills when working with client: confidentiality and pPrivateLecture 3:Gather information from clients to support treatmentsPrivateLecture 4:Gain a client's consent to use physical contact with client when carrying out exPrivateLecture 5:End of Chapter 14 TestPrivate
- Chapter 15 : Be able to record information relevant to foot healthcare
- Chapter 16 : Be able to apply covers and dressing materials to the foot
- Chapter 17 : Be able to use foot healthcare instruments
- Chapter 18 : Be able to maintain hygiene when administering foot care
- Chapter 19 : Be able to use sterilisation methods for foot healthcare
- Chapter 20 : Be able to dispose of waste safely in a foot healthcare environment
- Chapter 21 : Be able to check the circulation of the lower limb
- Chapter 22 : Be able to safely apply abrasion technique for nails and skinLecture 1:Apply the principles of infection control to: work area and equipment usedPrivateLecture 2:Follow organisational processes for: equipment and sharpsPrivateLecture 3:Remove waste according to organisational proceduresPrivateLecture 4:Risk assess area for preparation of next treatment appointment for: safety and cPrivate
- Chapter 23 : Be able to safely apply abrasion technique for nails and...Lecture 1:Apply the correct tools for the type of: nail to be filed and skin to be filedPrivateLecture 2:Demonstrate safe techniques for: manual filing and mechanical filingPrivateLecture 3:Apply Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when filingPrivateLecture 4:Dispose of waste from abrasion procedures safelyPrivateLecture 5:End of Chapter 23 TestPrivate
Course Description
This final unit focuses on the practical application of the knowledge gained in previous units, offering hands-on training in core foot care treatments. You will learn how to perform essential procedures such as nail cutting, treating abrasions, and testing sensory functions. Special attention is given to diabetic foot care, understanding circulation, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and waste disposal. The unit also reinforces the importance of clear communication and accurate record-keeping in a clinical setting. By the end of this training, you’ll be well-prepared to deliver professional, safe, and effective foot care treatments in a real-world healthcare environment.
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Highlights
- Hands-On Foot Care Skills – Practice nail cutting, treating abrasions, and performing sensory function tests.
- Diabetic Foot Care – Learn specialized techniques for managing and treating diabetic feet safely and effectively.
- Hygiene & Waste Disposal – Understand clinical hygiene standards and proper disposal procedures to ensure safety and com
- Communication & Record-Keeping – Strengthen your ability to document treatments and communicate clearly with clients and
- Circulation Assessment Review – Recap vital knowledge on blood flow and circulation as it relates to foot health.
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