The following one-day course is aimed at those new to ear irrigation with content delivered in two parts. The initial training is delivered fully online with the second part of the course delivered through a practical session face to face at the university.
This course covers a review of:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Examination of the ear and use of the otoscope
- The normal tympanic membrane and common ear problems
- Reasons for carrying out ear irrigation
- Contraindications to ear irrigation
- Potential problems and how to address them
- Relevant policies and procedures
- Equipment used locally
- Assessment of and communication with patients
- Obtaining informed consent
- Health and safety
- Infection control, safe disposal and cleaning of equipment
- Practical workshop
- Appropriate documentation
- Patient advice
On completion of the course, all delegates will have to undergo a period of supervised practice in their workplace and formal assessment of competency.