- $450
- 3 hrs in class and online learning
- Workplace
Description
Content Warning: The IV Cannulation course includes procedures that involve blood and imagery that some participants may find disturbing. Please take this into consideration when enrolling to attend this training.
Course Overview:
Designed for health professionals working in clinical or emergency care environments, this course provides the practical skills and confidence to perform intravenous (IV) cannulation safely and effectively.
Delivered by experienced clinical educators, the IV Cannulation Skills course combines online learning with immersive, simulation-based training. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of vein anatomy, aseptic technique, and equipment selection while developing hands-on proficiency in cannula insertion and management.
This course is suited to recent health graduates, nurses, paramedics, and allied health professionals looking to build or enhance their vascular access skills.
What You Will Learn:
The course includes:
• Anatomical Assessment: Identify and assess veins to select the most suitable IV insertion site.
• Aseptic Cannulation: Insert and secure IV cannulas using safe, aseptic, non-touch techniques.
• Device Selection: Match cannula type and size to patient needs and clinical requirements.
• Complication Management: Prevent and manage common IV issues, supporting infection control and vein preservation.
• Troubleshooting Skills: Confidently handle difficult cannulations using frameworks such as the DIVAS tool.
• Assessment Tools: Use the PIVAS tool to assess IV access before administration.
For additional information please visit the IV Cannulation Skills training page .
Certification:
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.
Course Duration and Delivery:
• 3 hours of in-class training and 2 hours of online learning
• Delivered through face-to-face instruction and online learning
Physical Fitness:
A basic level of physical fitness is required, as the course includes floor-based activities. Reasonable adjustments are available.
Participants should also have adequate upper body mobility and dexterity (including movement of wrists, fingers and elbows) to perform cannulation and related procedures safely during practical training.
For support or adjustments, contact St John WA at 9334 1233 prior to enrolment.
Pre-requisites:
Participants must have an understanding of clinical terminology and healthcare practices.
This course is suited but not limited to:
• Enrolled or Registered Nurses
• Paramedics or Medics
• Certificate III or IV trained healthcare workers
• Recent Health Graduates
Participants should also have adequate upper body mobility and dexterity (including movement of wrists, fingers and elbows) to perform cannulation and related procedures safely during practical training.
Terms and Conditions:
For course booking terms, transfers, cancellations, student support, and accessibility information, visit our please training information page or contact the customer care team on 9334 1233.
Course Overview:
Designed for health professionals working in clinical or emergency care environments, this course provides the practical skills and confidence to perform intravenous (IV) cannulation safely and effectively.
Delivered by experienced clinical educators, the IV Cannulation Skills course combines online learning with immersive, simulation-based training. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of vein anatomy, aseptic technique, and equipment selection while developing hands-on proficiency in cannula insertion and management.
This course is suited to recent health graduates, nurses, paramedics, and allied health professionals looking to build or enhance their vascular access skills.
What You Will Learn:
The course includes:
• Anatomical Assessment: Identify and assess veins to select the most suitable IV insertion site.
• Aseptic Cannulation: Insert and secure IV cannulas using safe, aseptic, non-touch techniques.
• Device Selection: Match cannula type and size to patient needs and clinical requirements.
• Complication Management: Prevent and manage common IV issues, supporting infection control and vein preservation.
• Troubleshooting Skills: Confidently handle difficult cannulations using frameworks such as the DIVAS tool.
• Assessment Tools: Use the PIVAS tool to assess IV access before administration.
For additional information please visit the IV Cannulation Skills training page .
Certification:
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.
Course Duration and Delivery:
• 3 hours of in-class training and 2 hours of online learning
• Delivered through face-to-face instruction and online learning
Physical Fitness:
A basic level of physical fitness is required, as the course includes floor-based activities. Reasonable adjustments are available.
Participants should also have adequate upper body mobility and dexterity (including movement of wrists, fingers and elbows) to perform cannulation and related procedures safely during practical training.
For support or adjustments, contact St John WA at 9334 1233 prior to enrolment.
Pre-requisites:
Participants must have an understanding of clinical terminology and healthcare practices.
This course is suited but not limited to:
• Enrolled or Registered Nurses
• Paramedics or Medics
• Certificate III or IV trained healthcare workers
• Recent Health Graduates
Participants should also have adequate upper body mobility and dexterity (including movement of wrists, fingers and elbows) to perform cannulation and related procedures safely during practical training.
Terms and Conditions:
For course booking terms, transfers, cancellations, student support, and accessibility information, visit our please training information page or contact the customer care team on 9334 1233.
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There are no formal qualifications associated with this course.
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