3 Day Foundation Course for Nurses

Part 1: 2 Day Interactive Virtual Lectures

19th & 20th October 2022

If you have any queries please contact us via email us here or call 0114 299 5922

Please be aware that if you are hoping to pay via invoice, we would advise that you register before raising a PO. This will ensure that you do not miss the opportunity to attend the event. This registration will not be finalised until payment has been received. Please view the Terms and Conditions for further information.

The Preoperative Association is delighted to announce a new Foundation Course for Preoperative Assessment Nurses. This 3 day course consists of 2 days of interactive virtual lectures and 1 day of face-to-face small group teaching.

The Foundation training will cover the core skills required for effective patient assessment in the preoperative clinic. This course is suitable for all band 5 or 6 nurses working in the field of POA, independent or NHS sectors. Allied professionals such as Pharmacists / ODPs are also welcome to attend.

Teaching will be delivered by the Preoperative Association Council. A unique inter-professional team of national experts in Preoperative Assessment - nurses, anaesthetists and Pharmacists.

The 2 days of interactive virtual lectures will cover the core topics of preoperative assessment.

Part 1 Fees: Members: £275 / Non-members: £300 

Please note:  This fee does not include Part 2 course. There is an additional fee to pay when booking the Part 2 course

For single registration:

For group registration:

Foundation Topics to include:

• Evidence-based training & latest guidelines
• Preop nursing skills & competencies
• History taking & anaesthetic problems
• Medication management including herbal medications
• Lifestyle factors & prehabilitation
• Obesity & obstructive sleep apnoea
• Cardiac & respiratory conditions
• Common conditions - diabetes, anaemia, hypertension
• Airway assessment & chest auscultation
• Understanding blood results
• Identification of abnormal ECG
• Identifying high-risk patient & anaesthetic referral

Please note: Delegates must attend Part 1 before applying for Part 2 of the Foundation Course. Price for Part 2 includes Nursing Skills & Competency Workbooks.