Tissue Viability & Wound Care Online Training Course

Course details

Tissue Viability Online Training Overview

This course provides a practical introduction to Tissue Viability & Wound Care, helping learners understand the subject, recognise its workplace relevance and apply appropriate good practice within their role.

Duration: 1 Hour     CPD Points: 1

What You will learn

Tissue Viability Learning Objectives

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

• Explain the core principles and terminology associated with Tissue Viability & Wound Care
• Recognise why the subject matters in day-to-day practice
• Identify common risks, concerns or situations relevant to the topic
• Understand individual responsibilities and role boundaries
• Apply appropriate good-practice principles in workplace situations
• Communicate effectively with relevant people when issues arise
• Recognise when advice, reporting or escalation is required
• Use the learning to support safer, more consistent practice

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 1

Course Introduction – Wound Healing and Tissue Viability
Introduction to Wound Management
Stages of Wound Healing
Patient Assessment
Patient Assessment Documentation
Completing a Wound Assessment
Recording Wound Assessments
Wound Management in Practice
Pressure Ulcer Reporting
Equipment Provisioning
Critically Colonised and Infected Wounds
Wound Categories
Choosing a Dressing
Types of Dressings
General Skin Care
Emollients
Patients with Leg Ulcers
Nutrition

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Tissue Viability free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this Tissue Viability training for?

This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes:

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

Tissue Viability Training: Who Is It For?

The Tissue Viability Training Course in the UK is a specialized program aimed at providing comprehensive education and practical training on wound management, pressure ulcer prevention, and skin integrity assessment. This course is specifically designed for the following target audience:

• Wound Care Nurses: Wound care nurses play a crucial role in assessing, treating, and managing complex wounds to promote healing and prevent complications. This training course equips wound care nurses with advanced knowledge and practical skills in wound assessment, wound dressing selection, infection control measures, and the latest evidence-based practices in wound care management.

• Tissue Viability Nurse Specialists: Tissue Viability Nurse Specialists are healthcare professionals who specialize in the prevention and treatment of complex wounds, such as pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, and diabetic foot ulcers. This training course provides tissue viability nurse specialists with in-depth expertise in wound assessment techniques, wound bed preparation, advanced wound care products, and strategies for optimizing tissue healing and regeneration.

• District Nurses: District nurses are community-based healthcare professionals who provide wound care services to individuals in their homes or care settings. This training course offers district nurses practical guidance on wound assessment tools, wound assessment documentation, wound care planning, and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive wound care services for patients in the community.

• Healthcare Assistants: Healthcare assistants working in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and community care, often assist with basic wound care procedures under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals. This training course provides healthcare assistants with essential knowledge and skills in wound care basics, wound dressing application techniques, skin assessment principles, and the importance of preventing pressure ulcers and skin breakdown in at-risk patients.

• Practice Nurses: Practice nurses working in general practice settings are responsible for providing a wide range of nursing care services, including wound care management. This training course offers practice nurses specialized training on wound assessment tools, wound care protocols, documentation standards, and collaboration with tissue viability specialists to ensure optimal wound healing outcomes for patients seen in primary care settings.

• Occupational Therapists: Occupational therapists play a vital role in holistic patient care, including addressing functional limitations related to wounds and skin integrity issues. This training course enhances occupational therapists’ understanding of wound healing principles, skin assessment techniques, pressure ulcer prevention strategies, and the integration of wound care interventions within the broader rehabilitation and functional independence goals of patients.

The Tissue Viability Training Course in the UK aims to provide healthcare professionals with the specialized knowledge and practical skills necessary to deliver high-quality wound care, prevent skin breakdown, and promote tissue healing in patients across various care settings. By participating in this training, individuals can enhance their expertise in tissue viability management, improve patient outcomes, and contribute to enhanced quality of care in wound management practices.

Tissue Viability FAQ

Tissue Viability Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my Tissue Viability course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the Tissue Viability course CPD accredited?

Yes, the Tissue Viability course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a Tissue Viability certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Tissue Viability course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the Tissue Viability course to improve my grade?

Yes, the Tissue Viability course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this Tissue Viability course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the Tissue Viability course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this Tissue Viability course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections. 

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