Catheters & Catheter Care online module

Catheters & Catheter Care Online Training

Develop the knowledge and practical understanding needed to safely support catheter care and reduce the risks of catheter-related complications within healthcare and social care settings.

This Catheters & Catheter Care Online Training course is designed for healthcare professionals and care staff involved in supporting individuals with urinary catheters in clinical, residential, and community care environments.

The course provides essential guidance on catheter use, catheter insertion awareness, maintenance procedures, infection prevention, troubleshooting common problems, patient dignity, and documentation responsibilities.

Online Catheter Care Training for Healthcare Staff

This online catheter care training module helps healthcare professionals improve their understanding of safe catheter management while promoting patient comfort, dignity, infection prevention, and person-centred care.

The course focuses on catheter care procedures, maintaining closed drainage systems, recognising complications, infection control, communication, and professional accountability.

Who Should Complete This Course?

This course is suitable for:

Nurses
Healthcare Assistants
Support Workers
Senior Carers
Care Home Staff
Community Care Workers
Domiciliary Care Staff
Clinical Support Workers
Allied Healthcare Professionals
Any healthcare professional involved in catheter care
Course Duration
Approximately 1 hour online learning
Self-paced training
Accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile
1 CPD point awarded
Certificate issued on successful completion
6 months access from the date of purchase

Course Aim

The aim of this course is to provide healthcare and care professionals with the knowledge and understanding required to safely support catheter care, reduce catheter-related complications, maintain infection prevention standards, and promote patient dignity and comfort.

What You Will Learn

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

Understand what catheters are and their purpose in healthcare
Identify appropriate indications for catheter use
Recognise different types of catheters
Understand safe catheter insertion procedures
Apply infection prevention principles during catheter care
Maintain catheter drainage systems safely
Recognise and manage common catheter-related problems
Support safe catheter removal procedures
Communicate effectively with patients about catheter care
Document catheter care accurately and professionally
Promote patient dignity, privacy, and ethical care practices

Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Catheter Care

Understand the purpose and importance of catheter care within healthcare settings.

Topics include:
What is a catheter?
Purpose of catheterisation
Types of catheters
Uses of urinary catheters
Supporting patient comfort and wellbeing
Module 2: Indications for Catheterisation

Learn when catheter use may be appropriate and when alternatives should be considered.

Topics include:
Appropriate indications for catheter use
Alternatives to catheterisation
Assessing patient needs
Reducing unnecessary catheter use
Patient-centred decision-making
Module 3: Catheter Insertion

Develop awareness of safe catheter insertion procedures and infection prevention measures.

Topics include:
Catheter insertion procedures
Aseptic technique awareness
Infection prevention measures
Patient preparation
Maintaining patient dignity and comfort
Module 4: Catheter Maintenance

Understand how to maintain catheters safely and reduce infection risks.

Topics include:
Closed drainage systems
Catheter bag changes
Perineal care
Daily catheter maintenance
Preventing catheter-associated infections
Safe hygiene practices
Module 5: Catheter Troubleshooting

Recognise common catheter-related issues and understand appropriate responses.

Topics include:
Blockages
Leakage
Catheter discomfort
Poor drainage
Escalating concerns appropriately
Preventing complications
Module 6: Catheter Removal

Learn the principles of safe catheter removal and aftercare.

Topics include:
Catheter removal procedures
Appropriate timing for removal
Monitoring after removal
Supporting patient comfort
Escalation of concerns
Module 7: Infection Prevention and Hygiene

Develop understanding of infection control procedures during catheter care.

Topics include:
Hand hygiene
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Aseptic technique
Reducing infection risks
Safe waste disposal
Maintaining a clean care environment
Module 8: Patient Communication and Education

Learn how to communicate effectively with patients about catheter care and safety.

Topics include:
Explaining catheter care procedures
Supporting patient understanding
Recognising signs of infection
Encouraging patient involvement
Providing reassurance and support
Module 9: Documentation and Reporting

Understand the importance of accurate catheter care documentation.

Topics include:
Recording catheter care procedures
Monitoring and documenting output
Reporting complications
Accurate clinical records
Communication with healthcare teams
Timely reporting responsibilities
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge-Based Learning Outcomes

Learners will be able to:

Define what a catheter is and its purpose in healthcare
Identify indications for catheter use
Recognise different types of catheters
Understand catheter insertion, maintenance, and removal procedures
Understand infection prevention principles
Recognise common catheter-related complications
Skill-Based Learning Outcomes

Learners will develop awareness of:

Safe catheter insertion principles
Maintaining closed drainage systems
Carrying out catheter maintenance tasks safely
Managing catheter-related issues
Communicating effectively with patients about catheter care
Attitude-Based Learning Outcomes

Learners will understand:

The importance of patient dignity and privacy
Ethical considerations relating to catheter care
The importance of accurate documentation
Respectful and compassionate care approaches
Critical Thinking Learning Outcomes

Learners will be able to:

Evaluate when catheter use is appropriate
Consider alternatives to catheterisation
Apply infection prevention strategies
Recognise and respond to complications appropriately
Assessment and Certification

Learners will complete an end of course assessment to test their understanding of catheter care procedures, infection prevention, patient safety, and documentation responsibilities.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Catheters & Catheter Care Online Training certificate.

CPD Information
1 CPD point awarded
Supports Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) continuing professional development requirements
Nursing CPD Requirements

Nurses are required to complete 35 hours of relevant CPD during their three-year revalidation period. Of these 35 hours:

A minimum of 20 hours should involve participatory learning
CPD activities should support safe and effective practice
Learning should remain relevant to professional responsibilities
UK Guidance and References

This course aligns with current UK healthcare guidance including:

Infection prevention and control guidance
NHS catheter care best practice
Care Quality Commission (CQC) expectations
Health and Safety responsibilities
NMC Code of Conduct
Why Choose This Course?
Designed specifically for healthcare and care professionals
Flexible online learning
Supports safer catheter care practices
Promotes patient dignity and comfort
Improves infection prevention awareness
Covers catheter troubleshooting and complication management
Instant certification on completion
Additional Information

If you need more information about this course, please contact Train Healthcare
directly:

Telephone: 0208 3266 704
Email: contact@trainhealthcare.com

Please note that refunds are not available for online training purchases.

Enrol Online Today

Strengthen your catheter care knowledge, improve infection prevention awareness, and develop confidence in supporting safe, professional, and person-centred catheter management with Catheters & Catheter Care Online Training today.