Catheter Care & Continence Management

Comprehensive Training on Urinary Health & Best Practices

This essential training course is designed for health and social care professionals involved in supporting individuals with continence needs. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the urinary system, the types of catheters available, and the proper management of continence care to promote dignity, independence, and well-being.

The course also covers the risks associated with catheterisation, how to identify potential complications, and best practices for minimising infection and discomfort. Practical guidance is provided on safe handling, changing, and emptying urine drainage bags.

What You Will Learn

✔ Understanding Continence & Catheter Care – Explore the importance of continence management and how it impacts well-being, mood, and dignity.

✔ Urinary System Anatomy & Physiology – Gain an understanding of how the lower urinary tract functions and how different factors affect continence.

✔ What is a Urinary Catheter? – Learn about different catheter types, their purposes, and when they are required.

✔ Reasons for Catheterisation – Recognise medical conditions and scenarios that necessitate catheter use.

✔ Risk Management in Catheterisation – Identify potential complications such as urinary tract infections (UTIs), blockages, and skin irritation, and learn how to effectively manage risks.

✔ Supporting Continence Maintenance – Develop practical skills to help individuals maintain continence and independence where possible.

✔ Practical Skills in Catheter Care –
🔹 Safely change and empty urine drainage bags.
🔹 Recognise and manage common catheter-related issues.

✔ Infection Prevention & Hygiene Best Practices – Understand infection control measures to promote safe and effective catheter care.

Who Should Attend?

✅ Care workers, nurses, support staff, and healthcare professionals responsible for continence management and catheter care.

Why Choose This Course?

✅ Enhance knowledge & confidence in continence support.
✅ Reduce risks & improve patient comfort.
✅ Hands-on practical guidance in safe catheter management.

📅 Course Availability: Available for on-site training or open enrolment.