IV Cannulation Workshop – CPD Accredited Workshop

IV Cannulation Workshop – CPD Accredited Workshop

$229.00 GST Inclusive

This activity has been approved by the RACGP for 5.5 hours of CPD activity in the 2023-25 Triennium 

5.5 CPD Activity hours

Activity ID: 407096

Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Overview:
This comprehensive workshop is designed for healthcare professionals including nurses, doctors, and radiologists. It covers the essentials of intravenous (IV) cannulation, from theoretical knowledge to hands-on practice, ensuring all participants gain valuable skills and insights applicable to their roles.

Who Can Attend?

  • Nurses: Focus on patient care, safety, and practical skills.
  • Doctors: Emphasis on clinical indications, supervision, and procedural understanding.
  • Radiologists: Relevant for understanding IV access in the context of imaging procedures.

Workshop Schedule:

  • 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Delegate Arrival and Registration
  • 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Welcome and Introduction
  • 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM: Session 1: Indications, Patient Education, Consent, Documentation
    • Theory (15 minutes)
    • Interactive Practice (15 minutes)
  • 11:15 AM – 11:30 AM: Session 2: Anatomy, Vein Assessment, and Site Selection
    • Theory (15 minutes)
    • Interactive Practice (15 minutes)
  • 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Session 3: Equipment, Infection Control, Cannulation Procedure
    • Theory and Demonstration (20 minutes)
    • Interactive Practice (10 minutes)
  • 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Session 4: Contraindications and Complications
    • Theory (15 minutes)
    • Q&A (15 minutes)
  • 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
  • 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM: Session 5: Skill Station
    • Site Selection, Preparation, IV Cannulation Procedure, Blood Sampling, Fluid and Medication Administration (45 minutes)
  • 2:15 PM – 2:45 PM: Session 6: Individual Assessment
    • Practical Session (30 minutes)
  • 2:45 PM – 3:00 PM: Course Review and Q&A

Certification:
All participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the day, acknowledging their competency in IV cannulation.

Venue:

ARIMGSAS 

5th Floor / 3 Bowen Crescent,
Melbourne 3004 VIC

Intravenous Cannulation or IV Cannulation is vital for the collection of the blood to do the investigations and to administer the fluids & medications. It is routinely used by doctors in general practice and hospitals making it one of the vital skills.

IV Cannulation workshop is conducted as a 1-day programme that particularly focuses on the learning needs of the doctors working in general practice and hospitals.

RACGP

Certificates will be issued exclusively to candidates who attend the workshop in person. E-certificates will not be provided for this event.

  • Review anatomy and physiology of the veins and arteries
  • Client preparation and education.
  • IV cannulation site selection
  • Special precautions and safety considerations
  • Cannula selection
  • Safe use of local anaesthetic and infection control issues
  • IV cannulation procedure
  • Complications related to the procedure
  • Competency assessment on a simulation model arm

At the completion of this workshop students would have gained knowledge about IV Cannulation.
Also, the participant will receive a certificate for attending the workshop.

At the successful completion of this workshop participants will be able to:
1. Improve patient safety by following aseptic precautions during IV cannulation.
2. Confidently select the size of the cannula and site for cannulation.
3. Efficiently perform the IV cannulation procedure.
4. Recognise the complications associated with the cannulation and manage it effectively.

The certificate will be given at the end of the workshop.
There are no prerequisites needed for the workshop.

ARIMGSAS Workshop Enrolment & Refund Policy

At ARIMGSAS, we are committed to fairness, transparency, and compliance with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). The following outlines our policies for enrolment, cancellation, and postponement for workshops, applicable to both domestic and international candidates.

1. Enrolment Terms
• To enrol, select your preferred workshop date and click ‘Add to Cart’.
• The full workshop fee is payable at the time of application.
• Payment in full confirms your place in the selected workshop.
• Applications close two (2) weeks prior to the workshop start date.
• A 1% surcharge applies to payments made via PayPal and Stripe.

2. Your Rights Under Australian Consumer Law
Under the ACL, you are entitled to a refund or remedy if:
• The service is not delivered with due care and skill
• The service is not fit for its intended purpose
• The service is not delivered within a reasonable timeframe
These rights exist in addition to the specific conditions listed in this policy.

3. Refunds and Rescheduling
A) If You Are Unable to Attend
• You may nominate a substitute participant to attend in your place at no additional charge, provided written notice is received at least two (2) weeks prior to the workshop start date.
• Alternatively, you may request to postpone your enrolment to a future workshop (subject to availability), by giving at least two (2) weeks’ notice.
o A $60 rescheduling fee applies to each postponement request.
o The rescheduling fee is non-refundable, regardless of any future withdrawal or cancellation.
• If postponement or substitution requests are received less than two (2) weeks before the workshop start date, they will not be accepted, and the full workshop fee will be forfeited.
B) Cancellation by Candidate
• No refunds will be provided if you cancel your enrolment, regardless of the reason or notice period.

4. Immediate Implementation
This policy and any updates take immediate effect upon being published at www.arimgsas.com.au. All candidates are responsible for reviewing the latest policy at the time of enrolment.