Introduction to Meal Assistance via PEG
Introduction to Meal Assistance via PEG
Delivery Mode: Face-to-face
Assessment Mode: Classroom
Duration: 3.5 hours
Location: Surrey Hills / Mobile Delivery (VIC)
Course Outline
This short course provides information on strategies to increase staff confidence and knowledge when supporting people who require meal assistance via Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG). The workshop incorporates practical demonstrations. Students completing this course will be given generalised knowledge on meal assistance via PEG, however, specific training may be necessary to meet the needs of individual support plans.
Overview
Delivery Mode: Face-to-face
Assessment Mode: Classroom
Duration: 3.5 hours
Location: Surrey Hills / Mobile Delivery (VIC)
Course Details
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Introduction to PEG feed
Types of tubes
Equipment Demonstration
Venting and flushing
Gravity feed
Stoma care
Terminology
Formula and equipment
Storage of formula
Preparing for PEG feeding
Caring for equipment.
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All course material provided.
At the successful completion of the workshop, participants are given a certificate of completion
All courses are delivered by qualified trainers and assessors with relevant sector experience
Fees
Full Course Fees
Fee Type Student Fee
Full Fee $150
Staff Fee* $145
* Discount applies to staff of ONCALL and partner organisations.
Please note: All course dates are subject to change dependent on student numbers.