Podiatry Training Course - IAO

According to a survey, the employment of Podiatry is calculated to rise by 10 per cent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all professions.

Therefore, take your steps toward a career that can lead to a wide range of roles, positions and a lifetime of opportunities!

This Podiatry Training Course reveals everything that you need to know about a career as a Podiatry, including crucial roles of a podiatrist and how to succeed in this profession with lots of details.

With this Podiatry Training Course, you will learn to assess the condition of a patient's feet, ankles, or lower legs, understand the importance of reviewing the patient's medical history, listening or considering to patient's concerns, and successfully perform a physical examination.

You will understand the necessity of performing a different kind of physical exams, x rays, medical laboratory tests, and other methods. Moreover, be able to appropriately advise and instruct patients on foot and ankle care and general wellness techniques that improve patient's mobility and overall quality of life.

Explore a variety of foot and ankle infirmities, their causes, symptoms, possible remedies, and precautions.

Please note: This Podiatry Training Course does not entitle you to join the HCPC register or recognised Podiatrist. This Podiatry Training Course will not make you a podiatrist but you will come across all the basic guidelines of a podiatrist to boost and shine your knowledge in this particular field of podiatry.

Highlights of the Podiatry Training Course:

• Learn about the role of Podiatry in Primary Care.
• Understand the anatomy and physiology of the foot.
• Be able to diagnose, treat and prevent foot abnormalities.
• Get a deeper understanding of the pathology of skin and nails.
• Know foot pathologies relevant to the lower limb.
• Treat and alleviate frequent foot problems, including toenail problems.
• Develop a personal interest in dealing with children, the aged or sportspeople.
• Discover the infection control guidelines for Podiatry.
• Understand the most common Diabetic foot problems and possible treatments.
• Identify the risks associated with fungal nail infections or ingrown toenails, corns and calluses, and many more.

Why Choose this Podiatry Training Course:

• This best ever Podiatry Training Course is suitable for anyone interested in working in this sector or who simply wants to learn more about the topic. If you’re an individual looking to excel within this field then Podiatry Training Course is for you.
• We’ve taken this comprehensive Podiatry Training Course and broken it down into several manageable modules which we believe will assist you to easily grasp each concept – from the fundamental to the most advanced aspects of the Podiatry Training Course. It really is a sure pathway to success.
• All our courses offer 12 months access and are designed to be studied at your own pace so you can take as much or as little time as you need to complete and gain the qualification.
• We pride ourselves on having friendly and experienced instructors who provide full weekday support and are ready to help with any of your queries. So, if you need help, just drop them an email and await a speedy response.

Course Design

This Podiatry Training Course is designed with the following modules:

Podiatry Training Course

**Basics of Podiatry**

Module 1: Podiatry’s Role in Primary Care

• What Podiatry do
• Non-medical prescribing
• How podiatry supports the management and treatment of musculoskeletal pain
• Diabetes: Prioritising prevention through effective screening
• Peripheral arterial disease – Reducing the burden on secondary care
• Importance of Podiatry

Module 2: The History of Podiatry

• Podiatry in the United Kingdom
• Podiatry in the United States
• The Introduction of Podiatric Surgery in the UK
• A Change in Title
• Podiatry in other Countries

Module 3: Anatomy and Physiology of the Foot

• The Skin
• Osteology
• Accessory Ossicles
• The Foot
• Muscles of the Foot
• The Vascular System
• Neurological

Module 4: Pathology of Skin

• Common Skin Conditions of the Lower Limbs

Module 5: Pathology of Nails

• Common Nail Disorders

Module 6: Foot Pathologies Relevant to the Lower Limb

• Vascular Disorders – Arterial
• Vascular Disorders – Venous
• Other Vascular Disorders
• Neurological Disorders
• Bone and Joint Disorders
• Foot Pathology

Module 7: Basic Biomechanics of the Lower Limb

• Gait
• Clinical Gait Analysis

Module 8: Common Foot Problems

• Ageing Feet
• Athletes Foot
• Blisters
• Bunions
• Chilblains
• Corns & Callus
• Gout
• Heel Pain
• Ingrowing Toenail
• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Sweaty Feet
• Verrucae

**Infection Control Guidelines for Podiatry**

Module 9: Infection, Its Causes and Spread

• The Causes of Infection
• The Spread of Infection

Module 10: Standard Principles of Infection Control

• Standard Principles of Infection Control
• Hand Hygiene and Skin Care
• How to Wash Your Hands
• Washing and Rinsing
• Drying
• Surgical Scrub
• Hand Creams
• Handwashing Facilities
• For procedures that are performed in Individuals’ Homes

Module 11: Personal Protective Clothing

• Assessment of Risk
• Types of Protective Clothing

Module 12: Safe Handling of Sharps and Spillage Management

• Safe Handling of Sharps
• Giving Injections
• Spillage Management

Module 13: Clinical Practice for Infection Control

• Training in Infection Control
• Aseptic Technique
• Surgery Design
• Choice of Equipment
• Single-use (Disposable) Items
• Decontamination
• The environment
• Surgical instruments
• Disinfection
• Equipment prior to service and repair
• Nail Drills
• Healthcare Worker’s Surgery Clothing
• Safe Handling of Specimens
• Waste Management
• Infection Control Checklist

**Foot Problems for People with Diabetes**

Module 14: Risk Identification

• Evidence Statement
• Patient Assessment
• Desirable Standards
• Vascular Assessment
• Neurological Assessment
• Foot Deformity Assessment

Module 15: Common Diabetic Foot Problems and Treatments

• Diabetic foot ulcer
• Diabetic foot infection
• Charcot arthropathy

How is the Podiatry Training Course assessed?

To successfully complete the Podiatry Training Course you must pass an automated, multiple-choice assessment. The assessment is delivered through our online learning platform. You will receive the results of your assessment immediately upon completion.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Upon successful course completion, you will qualify for a CPD certificate from One Education as proof of your new skills. Certification is available in PDF format, at the cost of £9, or a hard copy can be sent to you via post, at the cost of £15.

Whether you’re an existing practitioner or aspiring professional, this Podiatry Training Course will enhance your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge.

The Podiatry Training Course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.

This Podiatry Training Course is compatible with all kinds of devices and the age requirement for this Podiatry Training Course is 16. So, basically, everyone can take this course to acquire Podiatry Training Course skills that are necessary.

This Podiatry Training Course will help you gain all the necessary theoretical knowledge to excel in the relevant field. Enrol on our course now and get started on the journey of taking your career to the next level.

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