PEG Feeding Online Training Course (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy)

PEG Feeding – Online Course

Course overview
This online PEG Feeding course introduces the key clinical principles, equipment requirements and safety considerations involved in caring for people with a Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) tube. It covers tube care, feeding procedures, medication administration, infection prevention, monitoring and the recognition of potential complications. The course supports knowledge development for staff and carers involved in PEG care and should be used alongside local procedures and appropriate practical training.

Please note: This course provides theoretical knowledge about PEG feeding and tube care. It does not replace supervised practical training, an assessment of practical competence, or any additional role-specific training required by an employer. Learners must follow local clinical procedures and seek appropriate clinical advice when necessary.

What the course covers
• Introduction to PEG feeding and the purpose of a PEG tube
• Reasons for choosing PEG tube feeding
• Key components of a PEG tube
• Caring for a PEG tube and daily tube care
• What to expect following PEG tube placement
• Using a PEG tube for feeding
• Giving PEG tube feedings and appropriate positioning
• Administering medication via a PEG tube
• PEG tube rotation
• Caring for the skin around a PEG tube
• Infection prevention and safety precautions
• Recognising side effects, complications and warning signs
• Troubleshooting and appropriate interventions
• Monitoring individuals during and after care
• Knowing when to stop and seek clinical advice
• Accurate documentation of care, observations and concerns
• Following local escalation and emergency procedures

Who is it for?
This course is suitable for healthcare professionals and carers who support people with PEG tubes in clinical, residential or home-care settings, including:
• Nurses working in hospitals, community services, care homes or home care
• Doctors involved in PEG placement, aftercare or clinical oversight
• Dietitians involved in planning and reviewing nutritional support
• Residential care workers in nursing homes and similar settings
• Domiciliary care workers supporting people who receive PEG feeding at home
• Family members and non-professional carers who assist with PEG care and feeding routines

It is particularly useful for new starters requiring induction, as well as existing staff and carers seeking refresher training or to strengthen their understanding of PEG feeding and tube care.

Practical benefits
• Develop a clearer understanding of PEG tubes and their purpose
• Improve awareness of preparation requirements, equipment and safety checks
• Understand key principles of tube care, feeding and medication administration
• Recognise potential complications and warning signs at an early stage
• Strengthen knowledge of monitoring, documentation and escalation procedures
• Support safer care in line with local clinical procedures and role responsibilities

What learners will be able to do
• Explain the purpose of PEG feeding and common reasons for its use
• Identify relevant equipment and preparation requirements
• Describe infection-prevention measures and safety precautions
• Understand the checks required before providing PEG-related care
• Recognise the limits of their role and the importance of practical competence
• Identify common complications and warning signs
• Understand appropriate monitoring during and after care
• Recognise when to stop and seek clinical advice
• Document care, observations and concerns accurately
• Follow local escalation and emergency procedures

Assessment and certificate
The course includes an end-of-course quiz. Learners who successfully complete the quiz receive a CPD-accredited PEG Feeding course certificate, which can be downloaded or printed at home. Unlimited assessment retakes are available. The course carries 1 CPD point.