Stoma Care

Course details

The education session will include a theory component as well as a practical session. An Amana Living Trainer will demonstrate:

• Removal of a stomal appliance
• Skin care around stoma site
• Application of a stomal appliance

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the session, participants will have a basic understanding of:

• What a stoma is and the different types of stomas

• The basic anatomy of the of the eliminatory system

• The Indications for a stoma and the reasons why a client may need assistance with their stoma

• The different types of stoma appliances and equipment required to care for a stoma

• The processes involved in the skin care and changing of stomal appliances

• Of peristomal skin issues

• What the observations and documentation requirements are when caring for a stoma

Entry requirements

There are no pre-entry study or qualification requirements, but to be eligible, you must:

• Possess suitable English language, literacy and numeracy skills (e.g. you will need to be able to read, understand and communicate care requirements on a care plan);
• Be at least 18 years of age

Duration & learning method

This course is delivered face-to-face at our Rivervale training venue for the duration of 2 hours by our experience industry Trainers.

Certification

A certificate of participation will be issues to each learner confirming the learning outcome.

Book this course!

Please contact us on 1300 492 703 or via training@amanaliving.com.au and book your course today.

Sessions run from 2 - 4pm.