Our expert-led Catheterisation Training provides healthcare workers with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills for performing different types of catheterisation, including male and female catheterisation. Our experienced trainers will guide participants in a supportive environment, demonstrating how to safely insert, clean, and remove catheters.
This catheterisation training course is aimed at nurses who’s job role includes catheterisation of male, female and suprapubic patients.
We use this training to familiarise delegates with the differences between male and female catheterisation, the reasons for catheterisation, and how to become accustomed to handling, inserting, and changing catheters. Importantly, delegates should be familiarised with these concepts during the training.
We can deliver this training at your premises, as long as it's within the UK. Also, we have our own venues in Stoke on Trent, London, Swindon, Epsom & York if you need access to a training room (additional charges will apply). Furthermore, we can also deliver this training virtually using Zoom. However, sessions delivered via Zoom will be theory only and will not include any practicals.
How long will the training last?
This training will last 4 -6 hours. We give a range of time to account for variable factors such as; underlying knowledge and competence of delegates, class interaction and engagement and reduced delegate numbers. If a course finishes earlier than the allotted time, it will be due to one of these reasons. However, our trainer will ensure that all learning outcomes have been met.
Who Will Conduct The Training?
One of our expert clinical tutors. These are either Nurses or Doctors with an abundance of clinical and complex care experience and knowledge - so you'll be in great hands!
In addition, we will let you know who is doing the training in advance. You can check out their skills and experience by finding them on our meet the team page.
Catheterisation Training
Our catheterisation training is for nurses, support workers, and healthcare staff who need to learn how to do catheterisation for both men and women, including for patients with a suprapubic catheter.
We have trained over 20,000 nurses and carers to safely perform clinical procedures using the best clinical practices.
This practical training will help you understand the differences types of catheterisation and catheters, why it’s needed, and how to confidently handle, insert, and change catheters.
The course also includes a practical session with a simulation manikin, where our expert trainers will guide you through the process. The goal is for everyone to learn the correct method.
We also offer in-house training for care homes and nursing homes. This way, we bring all the equipment to your location, and the course is tailored to the specific needs of your staff and the people in your care.
Here are some benefits of personalised training:
It makes sure the training meets your needs, so you’ll learn exactly what you need to do catheterisation properly in your setting.
Tailored training focuses on your organisation’s specific challenges, helping you solve problems and improve your skills.
Personalised courses are more engaging and helpful because they’re designed to suit your learning style and what’s most important for your team.
Catheterisation training is very important for healthcare workers to keep patients safe and avoid problems like infections, tissue damage, and blockages. Good training helps staff learn how to use catheters properly, follow clean techniques, and take care of catheters the right way. This makes sure patients get better care.
Additionally, our comprehensive catheterisation training helps nurses and carers comply with regulatory requirements and professional standards, which is essential for maintaining professional registration and practicing legally in the UK.
This training is aimed to equip to help nurses and carers with the right skills to perform catheterisation effectively and safely.
Understanding the Urinary System
Learn about the parts of the body that help us pee.
Understand how catheterisation works with the body.
Types of Catheters
Find out the different types of catheters (e.g., Foley, intermittent).
Learn when and why each type is used.
Why and When to Use a Catheter
Understand when a catheter is needed.
Learn when it’s not safe to use a catheter.
How to Use a Catheter
Step-by-step guide on how to choose and insert a catheter.
Learn how to care for the catheter and remove it safely.
Keeping Everything Clean
Learn how to keep everything clean to avoid infections.
Understand how to use sterile tools properly.
Taking Care of the Catheter
Learn how to check and fix any problems with the catheter.
Find out how to clean and care for the catheter and equipment.
Respecting the Patient
Understand the importance of asking for permission before using a catheter.
Learn how to make the patient feel comfortable and respected during the procedure.
Using the Best Guidelines
Learn the best practices for catheter care based on the latest research.
Know how to follow these guidelines in real situations.
Handling Problems or Emergencies
Know what to do if something goes wrong during catheterisation.
Learn how to report any issues to keep patients safe.
Practice and Tests
Hands-on practice with inserting, caring for, and removing catheters.
Test your skills to make sure you are ready.
Included:
A quick review of what you’ve learned.
Time for questions and to clear up anything you’re unsure about.
Receive your certificate of completion!
Learning Outcomes
On completing the catheterisation course, you will be able to:
Explain how the urinary system works and relates to peeing.
Compare the different catheter types and know their uses, benefits, and risks.
Discuss when to use and avoid catheters, and possible problems they can cause.
Insert, care for, and remove a catheter safely, cleanly, and with good hygiene.
Show the right way to clean and care for a catheter and kit.
Explain why patient dignity, comfort, and privacy matters during catheterisation, including getting patient permission.
Follow recommended standards and methods for catheters.
Know and respond to catheter problems, including detailing and recording these events properly.
Who can attend the course?
This includes:
Nurses
Healthcare Assistants
Support Workers
Carers
Medical Practitioners (e.g., doctors)
Urology Nurses
Clinical Trainers
Community Nurses
Nursing Home Staff (for long-term care settings)
Students in Healthcare programme
These individuals play key roles in performing, assisting, or supporting catheterisation procedures and would benefit from proper catheterisation training.
Course Benefits
These are the benefits of our catheterisation training:
Better Patient Safety – Learn how to prevent infections and problems.
Feel More Confident – Gain hands-on catheterisation skills and be confident in what you do.
Learn the Latest Methods – Stay up-to-date with the best ways to do it.
Give Better Care – Take care of patients correctly with the right skills.
Follow the Rules – Make sure you follow UK health care standards.
Practice Skills – Try the steps in our class and learn from cases and examples.
Tailored to You – Training can be made for your needs and workplace.
Quality Trainers: Get trained by one of the best clinical trainers in the UK.
Certification – Get your certification when you complete the course.
Course Testimonials
Every year, we invest in our trainers and update our training tools to ensure we provide the best possible training. Our clinical courses are rated ‘Excellent’ on Google, Facebook, and Trustpilot, with a 99.5% recommendation rate.
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“We had a catheterization training with John Starr, who is a very experienced lecturer with many years of experience in performing catheterization. He answered most of our questions in a simple, uncomplicated manner that was easy to understand. The return demonstration gave us some confidence that we will be able to apply the technique when we need to insert a catheter in the ward. The next challenge will be gaining more experience, as not many of our patients require a catheter. It will take practice to become more comfortable and skilled, so we need to practice more.” – Maria Elena
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“Had a catheterisation training with Ben and he was excellent and thorough. I learned new techniques which will definitely help me and my patients who requires catheter.” – FETAD MURLA
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“Very helpful and I feel up-to-date. The trainer went at a good speed for us to understand and I felt I could ask questions anytime. The trainer was friendly and easy to talk to. Thank you!” – Dana Hollingdale
Career Opportunities
After completing catheterisation training, healthcare workers can find many job opportunities in the healthcare field. The skills and confidence from this training can help in jobs like:
Nurses: Nurses in hospitals, clinics, and community care often use catheterisation as part of their daily tasks.
Healthcare Assistants: With the right training, healthcare assistants can help with catheterisation procedures under supervision.
Clinical Practitioners: Special roles, like in urology or rehabilitation, may require advanced catheterisation skills.
Care Home Staff: Workers in care homes, like nursing homes, may help with catheter care for elderly or disabled residents.
Surgical Teams: Surgeons and nurses in operating rooms use catheterisation during surgeries and recovery.
By learning these important skills, healthcare workers can improve their career opportunities and take on new roles in healthcare settings.
Training FAQs
1. What equipment will you use for training?
We have different training equipment and tools available. The training applies to real situations. Let us know if you need specific equipment, and we will provide it. Or we can use your own equipment for the training.
2. Will this training make me fully capable?
No classroom course can make you fully capable – be careful of claims that it can. Our assessments help connect classroom learning to real skills.
We provide workbooks and forms for you to practice and be observed in your workplace following your policies.
3. Do you need training to insert a catheter?
Yes, training is essential to safely insert a catheter. Proper catheterisation training ensures health care workers have the needed knowledge and skills to do the technique correctly and lower complications.
4. Can nurses insert catheters after training?
Yes, nurses can insert catheters after getting proper catheterisation training and showing they are capable.
They play an important role in doing catheterisation safely in healthcare settings following guides and caring for patients.
5. Do you need to be a nurse to insert a catheter?
No, you do not need to be specifically a nurse to insert a catheter, but you must be a trained healthcare worker.
Different healthcare roles like doctors, nurses, support workers, and others can do catheterisation after training and proving expertise.
The key is having the right training and skills to ensure safe catheter placing, no matter the health care job.
6. Will I get a certificate after the course?
Yes, you will receive a certificate after successfully finishing the catheterisation training course. This certificate shows you completed the classroom catheter care training and you care about improving the quality of care.
7. Where do you offer the catheterisation training?
Where Do We Offer the Training?
We offer training in many places across the UK. You can choose from in-person, blended (a mix of online and in-person), or online training (online does not include hands-on practice).
Check our schedule for dates and places, or contact us for more details. We can also provide training at your location if needed.
8. What are your locations for catheterisation training?
Our training is available at various locations around the UK. We offer face to face, blended, and online catheterisation training (no practical for online training).
Please check our course schedule or contact us for specific details on training locations and dates. Our team can also provide bespoke catheterisation training to your team within your organisation. Please visit respective location to know more:
