Dear all,
It has been a while since I last contributed to this website but I have monitored discussions and content periodically. I noticed one particular discussion string relating to training (and who should do it).
I would like to make you all aware of a national qualification in infusion device use being launched at the NPSA conference at the beginning of Feb 2006.
This is work that emerged from the work I did at NPSA on infusion device safety and was developed in conjunction with NHSU (now merged with modernisation agency and called NILSI). The qualification will be accredited jointly through City & Guilds and the Open College Network.
In essesnce this quaification combines three key sections:
1. Six E learning modules with interactive components. There is also an initial diagnostic test which enables fast tracking of those staff who have been trained previously. There are modules such as calculation training, that are targetted for specific specialties (e.g. paeds, adult ICU etc) and you only cover calculations relating to your specialty
2. Skills training follows the elearning. This will be carried out on the specific devices used within specific areas. The UK Manufacturers have been involved in providing their training objectives to support this qualification. It was important to engage with manufacturers to ensure NHS Trusts used them to give the best tailored training for each specific device used.
3. Assessment. Clearly it is vital to ensure that when staff have both their knowledge and skills competence assessed. This process is also vital for the award of the qualification through the awarding bodies.
There is more to this process, so be sure to check it out post launch. It will be managed through the Strategic Health Authorities in conjunction with NPSA.
The main thing here is that there will be a nationally recognised qualification that is transeferrable
Happy to discuss individually. AND Merry Christmas to you all
Chris
