Local Anaesthesia Diploma
This course is now open for applications from HCPC Podiatry registrants. Upon successful completion the student will be eligible to apply to have their HCPC registration annotated for Local Anaesthesia. This registration forms a separate entry point on the HCPC register. The Academic component of this course will involve e-lectures, e-tutorials and self-directed learning. The clinical element of this course shall be held in the clinics at The Smae Institute in Maidenhead, Berkshire.
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About the Course
Theory Element
The theory section of the course comprises of 2 modules: “Understanding Pain and Pain Management” and “Local Anaesthesia for Podiatry Practice”. Both of these must be passed prior to progressing onto the clinical element.
Clinical Element
The mandatory 3 day clinical practice element of the course focuses on the administration of local anaesthesia and is carried out in three stages: the review of underpinning theory, practical clinical skills training on simulation models and carrying out supervised clinical practice on clients attending The Smae Institutes clinics.
Course Fee: £1,600
PNA Course
After successful completion of The SMAE Institute Diploma in Local Anaesthesia, students may opt to complete a course in Partial Nail Avulsion at no extra cost.
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