Foot Health Practitioner Foundation Course, Cert. of Achievement FHPF (TSA)
Online course flexible study method, full tutor support,
Training Solutions Academy
Summary
Price
£175 inc VAT
Or £58.33/mo. for 3 months...
Study method
Online
Duration
120 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
Certificate of completion - Free
Additional info
Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
Tutor is available to students
Overview
A Foot Health Practitioner is a trained professional able to work in the private sector and will be expected to safely recognise, assess, advise upon and treat a wide range of common foot conditions such as callus, corns, fungal infections, nail and skin problems and to be able to offer general foot care advice to help the patient avoid future issues.
A Foot Health Practitioner can make a real difference to people's lives, encouraging strong and healthy feet and nails aids general overall comfort and mobility.
The course format offers complete flexibility for study in your own time and pace. The complete course wiil be emailed to you to study via your mobile device, laptop, or to print as a hard copy to use as your coursebook. There is no time limit for completion of the course, (or for attending the 5 day practical element if you wish to do so)
There are 14 detailed yet easy to understand modules each with a tutor marked assessment to enable the student to progress safely. On completion the Student will be able to book the useful/optional 5 day practical clinical experience course if they so wish for an additional fee.
All TSA Courses are written by experts in their field and offer excellent value making your learning needs affordable, this allows you to enter into your chosen field much faster.
You will:-
Learn to offer a safe and comprehensive treatment to your clients
Learn to recognise a wide variety of common foot problems and understand what you can and cannot treat – when a referral to other agencies is required.
Gain new skills and the confidence to use them in your business. The course contains a business set up module to help you quickly become successful in your new career.
Course media
Description
Module One
Introduction to the work and responsibilities of an FHP, Code of Conduct, Practitioner Compliance, Health & Safety Guidelines,
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology of the Lower Limb, Directional Terms,
Module Two
The Muscular & Skeletal Systems, how the foot and lower limb work,
Module Three
Blood Flow / Circulation, Muscles & Skin, Taking the Pedal Pulse, Structure of Nails,
Module Four
How we walk, the Gait cycle, Pes Cavus & PIes Planus (High arched & flat feet) causes and treatments, HAV (Bunions) and management of other common foot problems and treatments.
Module Five
The Importance of Sterilisation, the Definitions of Infection and Bacteria, Chronic & Acute pain alleviation
Module Six
Tools of the Trade and their uses, Why we need Wound Dressings and Padding
Module Seven
Skin Conditions and Hyperkeratosis / Callus, How to manage complications & treatments, skin problems to look out for including Melanoma,
Module Eight
Technicalities of Fungal Infections and Their Treatment, types of fungi, management, Veruccae, Easy reference guide to common foot problems and their treatments,
Module Nine
Nails and Nail Problems, observations needed, treatments and improvements.
Module Ten
The Diabetic Foot – Causes, Signs & Symptoms to look out for, neurological examination to highlight any issues that need referral to GP/Diabetic foot specialist, basic foot care and advice.
Module Eleven
How to Conduct an Examination of Your Patient, Initial Observations, Record Keeping, Client information needed, Handling Patients, Neuro. assessments, Domicilliary Work.
Module Twelve
Situations You Will Need To Deal With In Your Practice, How to deal with common problematic scenarios.
Module Thirteen
The Business of Being a Foot Health Practitione, Accounts, Inland Revenue Rules for Self Employed, Consumer Law, Useful links, How to Grow your Business, Additional Services to Offer,
Module Fourteen – Final Assessment - Certificate of Achievement will be awarded together with the use of 'Cert.FHPF (TSA)' in the student's professional title.
Who is this course for?
The course is an excellent foundation for absolute beginners, for those already working in the health sector, in private practice, or for pedicurists or beauty technicians wishing to increase their knowledge and skills.
The course is written by a professional working FHP with 20 years experience so also contains a wealth of tips and information that you may not learn anywhere else. The tutor is always available to help and encourage each student to get the best from this course and to be able to then practice afely in their chosen field.
Requirements
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Career path
An in depth medical based course for those wishing to set up their own business and interested in the health and wellbeing of the feet and lower limb, and who wish to offer basic treatments safely. This course is suitable for working within the private sector.
Questions and answers
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Wendy asked:
Please confirm if I took this course, I would be able to offer my services doing Diabetic Pedicures. Many Thanks Abbi
Answer:
Hi Wendy, you would have in depth knowledge to enable you to provide diabetics with pedicures. We have a module covering all issues, what to look out for , how to check pedal pulses and for any sign of nerve damage. Also the vital importance of when to refer the client onwards.
If we can help with any other information please let me know
Patricia
TSA Ltd
Thank you for your query. We do not offer practical training at the moment as part of this course. This is a non surgical course and the training materials are extremely detailed. The tutor ensures that all students can demonstrate a thorough understanding of all information, procedures and treatments contained in this course to ensure safe practice is achieved.
Hi Louise
Thank you for your enquiry, this is an in depth course, non surgical, with tutor marked assessments and there is no practical element included in the course cost. The tutor is a qualified and experienced FHP and is available whenever support is needed throughout your studies.
Hi, can I work independently as self employed with insurance with this course?
Answer:
Hi, yes you can. I am the course tutor and am a self employed FHP , there are a good choice of insurance providers available online . If you have any other queries please let me know.
Hi. How does this course differ from the other FHP courses that cost over a £1000+, besides it not having the practical element to it?
Answer:
Thank you for your enquiry. Our course is very detailed, illustrated and covers anatomy and physiology and was written by a qualified and experienced practicing FHP. Medical terms are used throughout to ensure that the training will help to produce a well informed practitioner.
Therefore the answer to your question is that not having seen other courses we can’t really comment on other much more expensive ones which hopefully include a practical element for the price.
Hello im a care assistant . I was wondering if i took this course would i be able to use this in my current job roll and trim toes nails etc . Thanks
Answer:
Thank you for your message. Yes you would, if this is outside of the NHS. This qualification will enable you to undertake foot treatments in private practice.
Is there any support from yourselves, for students to gain practical competence?
Answer:
This course is a stand alone fully detailed course with full tutor support when needed. We do offer an optional additional 5 day Practical Course in a working clinic - these are periodic as demand requires. The Practical costs £450.
Upon passing this, could I list myself on the Accredited Register for Private Sector Practitioners, approved by the Professional Standards Authority?
Answer:
Foot Health Practitioners are not required by law to be registered with any regulatory body, the Health Professions Council - the main goverment regulatory body for health professionals requires that Chiropodists and Podiatrists be registered, qualification for both of these professions requires a 3 year degree level course. An FHP is not a Chirpodist and cannot call themselves by this title. An FHP carries out all the basic maintenance and minor treatments and refers onwards where needed.
How much is the 5 day course after this course and where would I have to go for it
Answer:
Hi Diane
The 5 day Practical Course is held in Lincolnshire, and costs £450 - full details are on our website including photographs of the clinic. All students need to have completed and passed the theory course before they can book onto the Practical Course. If we can help with any other information do please ask.
How much is the practical after theory. I would like to know before hand if I can afford it. Thanks
Answer:
Hi Christiana, the 5 day practical course is an optional extra and separate from the theory course. Students do not have to take the practical as the theory course is a stand alone very detailed course. All information on the practical course can be found on the TSA website, the cost for the 5 days is £450 and students can only book for this when they are nearing completion of the theory course.
If I complete this theory course, will I be able to do all the tasks a FHP can undertake or do I have to do the finish the practical course?
Answer:
Hi Tamara, Yes you will. The course is extremely detailed covers everything you need. The practical is an optional extra for students who would like some hands on training and teaches scalpel work, which we cannot teach in a theory course.
Where are the practical days held?
Do I get certificate on completion of course even without optional training practical days?
Answer:
Hi Ana
The practical courses are held in Louth, Lincolnshire in a working clinical practice. The practical course is an optional extra, you will receive your Certificate of Achievement (CA.FHPF TSA) on successful completion of the theory course. An additional certificate is issued on completion of the Practical Course. You are not obligated to complete the practical as these are two separate courses, to enable students to gain extra skills and to be able to practice under supervision.
I am a qualified nurse with 10 yrs of ful time practice. Will I need to do all of the units ?
what level Is the course at ? who is the award body ?
Answer:
Hi Mark, this is a specialist course and we have a qualified nurses - and a Doctor - who have taken the course and reported that it has increased their skills. We also train employees of established Foot Clinics. This course - together with our optional 5 day practical course - is taught by qualified practitioners specialising in Foot Health. All students must reach high level of competency and follow safe practice before gaining the TSA qualification.
Are any printed materials/books provided or recommended to buy?
Answer:
The complete course is emailed to you as a pdf document which you can print off to use as a workbook if you wish. We also recommend some specialist books within the course although online research is also valuable if you need it.
The course is very detailed with diagrams and pictures to illustrate all course Modules.
Hi does the course include vascular assessment of the lower limbs pls
Answer:
We have a module covering the assessment of the foot and lower limb of a diabetic patient which includes vascular assessment, informaton on the use of Doppler, pedal pulses and checks for PVD, and also ABPI (Ankle Brachial Pressure Index) information.
please could you let me know, is there market research involved in the business module 13
Answer:
Module 13 is based on personal experience of the tutor and of other FHP’s and is offered only as helpful information and advice/ideas only to assist the student when setting up their own business.
If this course has no practical content how do students learn to treat corns without a scalpel?
How much can practitioners earn per treatment?
Answer:
Thank you for your questdion. Corns are treated/enucleated by using a drill with the appropriate burr for the type of treatment. We do not teach use of scalpel as this is a non surgical course as it would be dangerous to do so without practical work.
Charges for treatments vary depending on where in the country you are but an average for private treatment would be £25 - £30 per patient. If you were treating several in one session in a care home for example this fee would obviously reduce.
Hi there ,
Do you have any testimonials from people who have taken this course and are practicing FH in their careers please ?
Thank you
Answer:
Thank you for your question. We do feed great feedback from our students about the course and our help during the setting process of their businesses - and this should be on our website so thank you for pointing this out, we will rectify this as within the next 7 days.
Sometimes it takes a little time for students to set everything up that they need, we help with suggestions about insurance companies and marketing (there is a business module within the course) .
Hi can you recommend someone or some where i can get practical training from if i buy this foot health practitioner course?
Thanks
Answer:
Hi Lee,
Thank you for your question. We can not recommend other practical training - this is usually part of courses which would incur a large additional cost, usually running into over £1000. We aim to provide affordable comprehensive training - but at present cannot offer any in house practical training.
Hi, will I get a level 4 diploma after completing this course?
Answer:
Hi Sharon,
The Foot Health Practitioner Course is an in depth non surgical FHP course, successful delegates receive the TSA Certificate of Completion on passing the final assessment.
If you have any other questions or need help please come back to us.
Patricia
TSA Ltd
How much does the 5 day practical course cost? Also who provides the training and where will I need to go!
Answer:
We do offer a 5 day Practical Course in a working clinic as an optional extra - this runs periodically and depends on demand . This course is based in Louth, Lincolnshire. This Practical costs £450.
With this course with insurance what services can you offer please?
Answer:
You will be buying your own insurance when you want to begin your practice. This will be for cover as a Foot Health Practitioner, as an FHP you are not carrying out invasive procedures as a Chiropodist would, you will be carrying out everything that is taught in the course - treatment for a range of foot conditions such as - corns, callus, verucca, ingrown toenail (but not excision), fungal issues and lots more.
I hope that is of help,
After this course can you say your a qualified foot health pracititioner or do you need to do the clinical 5 day training also please?
Answer:
Hi Lou,
This is an in depth training course which will give you everything you need to set up your business as a Foot Health Practitioner, there is no requirement to also complete the 5 day practical course. You will need to complete each Module Assessment by demonstrating your knowledge of the Module contents before moving on to the next Module. The tutor will help you each step of the way to ensure that you are safe to practice by the course completion.
On completion of this course is the certificate a regulated qualification ? If so who is the governing body?
Answer:
On completion students receive a Certificate of Achievement - FHP's are not a regulated profession so you do not need to be part of any membership organisation or governing body. Some online training colleges have their own Memberhip Organisations or FHP Associations for which you pay an additional annual fee - which goes to the college, but this does not constitute a regulated qualification usually. I hope that helps, if you have any other questions please ask.
How much does the 5 day practical/hands on training cost?
Answer:
Thank you for your question, the practical course costs £450 and is held in Leith, Lincolnshire. This course periodic and is dependent on the interest shown by our students.
We have had students who have been able to get funding, it depends on your circumstances financially. You would need to make enquiries locally to see if there is funding available - perhaps within some kind of step up to work scheme - some local councils run this but it varies from area to area.
Hi,can I work after the course in Care Home or Day care?
Thank you!
Answer:
On successful completion you will be able to work in private practice so care homes and day care are certainly places that you can offer your services.
I am a hungarian qualified Fhp
Can I ask are between the modules any test or exam?Can I have some details how is working?Thanks
Answer:
Each Module has an Assessment at the end which needs to be emailed over to us. All answers are contained in the Module and the assessments helps us to ensure that you are increasing your knowledge and by the final Assessment you will have demonstrated that you understand everything you need to about safe practice. If I can help with any other questions please feel free to ask or email TSA via our website.
I'm a year 3 bsc podiatry student. I am wondering will be able to do this course and on completion start practicing as a foot health practitioner
Answer:
Thank you for your question, the honest answer is that if you have completed your bsc in Podiatry you are probably already well qualified to carry out the work of a Foot Health Practitioner having studied the anatomy and physiology of the lower limb/foot and associated issues.
Would I be able to use these letters after my name after doing your course? Train for feet says you can with their course you see. Dip FH, MCFHP MAFHP
Answer:
Hi, each college will have their own qualifications, the ones quoted are particular to that organisation. TSA have their own Certification awarded without any ongoing restrictions, fees or obligations to join a membership organisation or use any particular insurance company etc. Always check the fine print before signing up!
How much does the practical course cost and when can I attend
Answer:
The 5 day Practical Course is available to all interested TSA students who have successfully completed our main theory course. The cost for the practical is £450. (All details are on our website).
How much is the cost of the optional 5 day practical training? And where does it take place?
Answer:
Hi Monica, Thank you for your question. The 5 day practical course costs £450. It is held in Louth, Lincolnshire. We have just finished one weeks course so the next Practical will be early September. All details are on our website. If you have any other questions do please let us know.
Hey
What is the actual qualifications if doing this course. Will i be able to to do mobile work and work for myself?
Answer:
Hi Mel
This course is designed for FHP's to work in the private section - as in set up their own business working for themselves. The qualification on successful completion is Cert. FHPF.TSA.
Is this a fully accredited course? What qualification will I end up with?
Answer:
The Training Solutions Academy offers their own qualification to students that attain/demonstrate the correct professional standards and proficiency since there are no government regulations covering the work of FHP's.
I would to do the practical side of the foot health practitioner course. As I've completed the theory side through center of excellence. can you help
Answer:
Hi Jo, Only TSA students who have completed the TSA theory course are eligible to attend our clinic based Practical Courses I'm afraid as we need to know that each one has reached the required standard before entering the clinic.
Is this course/qualification recognised in Scotland? And will it allow me to offer services within a beauty therapy setting?
Answer:
Hi Rebecca
This course is aimed at those wanting to work in private practice, either within a privately owned clinic or to setup your own business within this industry. FHPs are not a regulated profession throughout the UK, therefore would be a perfect course to use within a beauty therapy setting. You would need to check this with your loval regulations if you are unsure but there is not currently any Government Regulatory body for FHPs.
Hi, if I took this course would I be able to practice in my own clinic or would I need to complete further training?
Answer:
Hi Richard, this is a very comprehensive course and will equip you to be able to set up in practice without any further training. We do offer a 5 day practical course for students that would like further training on scalpel work and other more intricate practices and to offer hands on experience in a clinical setting however this is an optional extra if you feel you need it. The main course is sufficient for you to be able to set up your business.
Patricia - TSA
I am a assistant nurse practitioner with in the elderly care, we have lots of bad feet and toe nails would this course be ideal for me?
Y.Maynard
Answer:
Thank you for your question. This is a very in depth course for professional private practice and covers a huge range of detail to ensure that you will be working safely. It covers a wide range of foot and nail problems with information about cause and effect and treatment. This course would be perfect for you in your working circumstances and would enable you also to take on your own private clients should you wish.
Hi I have done a basic foot care course with the nhs I work as a health care assistant. Would this course benefit me start my own business ?
Answer:
Hi Libby,
The TSA Course is extrmely in depth and covers a huge range of subjects around anatomy & physiology, foot problems, treatments, equipment needed and how to use it - including a module about how to set up your business safely. The course is aimed at practitioners who want to carry out foot treatments in the private sector. We have trained nurses, GPs and other medical professionals wishing to expand their skills and all have commented on the quality of our course.
What are the qualifications of the practical tutor(s) and what is the cost of practical training?
Answer:
The cost of our 5 Day Practical Training is £450. Our Tutor is a professional Clinician and Trainer. He is highly qualified in the field and owns/operates several fully staffed Foot Clinics in the UK.
How much is the practical course and where about is it taking place I live near Norwich/Norfolk.Many thanks in advance
Answer:
Hi Elena,
The 5 days Practical Course costs £450 and is held in Louth, Lincolnshire. Full details are on our website.
If you need any furtherinformation do please come back to us.
If the practical training is optional/not available at present how can people set up a footcare business from a purely distance learning course ?
Answer:
The theory course is extensive and every student must complete the 14 assessments and show a high standard of proficiency. This is not a surgical course and use of scalpel is not covered for obvious reasons. The Practical Course is available unless there is a complete lockdown. It is perfectly viable to start a business providing general foot care providing the practitioner has a good knowledge of anatomy and physiology, use of instruments, sterilisation techniques and other safety measures.
What qualifications do the tutors on this course have?
Answer:
Hi Jane, the Tutor of this course has been a qualified working Foot Health Practitioner for almost 20 years originally studied at a highly recognised/reputable college in Berkshire which provided Chiropody level training to FHPs. The trainer for the Practical Course with whom we are now working in partnership for this part of the course is equally well qualified, runs a busy working clinic - and is trained in the latest techniques.
How can students provide practical foot care when there is no compulsory practical element?
Answer:
This is a non surgical course and is extremely detailed. Each student must reach the requred standard of knowledge on each module before moving on to the next one. The course is very thorough and the tutor will ensure that the student has demonstrated their awareness of their duty of care and responsibilities. and of techniques used. We do not teach scalpel work on this theory course for obvious reasons of safety, ths is covered by the practical.
Hi. Can I do independent prescribing course after doing this course ?
Answer:
Hi, Not sure what you mean by 'prescribing' as only GPs and phamacists can actualy prescribe medication and not FHP's. This course does qualify you to work as an independent FHP and we also have an optional'additional 5 day practical course available after completion of this FHP Foundation Course if required. Hopefully this answers your question, if not please come back to me. - Patricia - TSA Ltd
There are 12 assessments, one at the end of each module, and the final assessment is also a question and answer one which is marked by your tutor. Students are supported and advised where necessary all the way through the course to ensure that they reach the standards required, up to and including the final assessment. I hope this has been of help.
please can you tell me, can i get foot health practitioners insurance if i complete this course and how many attemps do i have at the final exam.
Answer:
Hi Karl,
Thank you for your question. Yes you can get FHP insurance cover from a large number of providers. All students are helped and mentored through the whole course and by the time you reach the final assessment you will have worked through everything you need to know to complete it successfully. If a student cannot answer a question fully they will always be prompted so that they can find a correct answer themselves. The aim is to get the best from the course to be a good safe FHP.
This is a non surgical course so you can help a patient to avoid pain, offer advice about ongoing care and you can provide basic treatment such as removing nail spurs and reducing the outer nail edge but it depends on the condition presented, if infection is present then the patient must be referred onwards for treatment. FHP's cannot offer nail excision on this course.
When do these courses start and what is th full price
Answer:
Hi Dean, this is a home study course. When payment is received the complete course is sent to you to enable you to begin as soon as you choose. The price is as quoted £125. with tutor support throughout.
The Age UK Foot Care Service varies greatly from area to area and some branches do provide basic training for nail care for elderly clients. The TSA course covers far more than would be required by normal Age UK foot care - having spoken to them today to get information on your behalf and would certainly provide a much better basis from which to carry out any work in the private sector. I would suggest that you check with your local Age UK branch to confirm this as not all areas offer this.
1. Course accredited?
2. With whom?
3. Course include dressings and treatment?
4. Material only available online or online & hard copy?
Answer:
Apologies for the delay in responding- your message has just reached me today.
The course is not accredited, we issue a Certificate of Course Completion when all assignments have been completed successfully.
The complete course is emailed to you in pdf format so can be printed off if you wish to.
There is a module which includes dressings and treatments for common foot problems.
If we can help with anything else do please come back to us.
Patricia
TSA Ltd
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