Foot Care Education Courses
RPN/RN/NP Basic/Advanced Foot Care Course
Nurse (RPN/RN/NP) will be able to:
-Use specialized knowledge & skills to provide safe, competent foot care to clients.
-Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate foot care within scope of practice.
-Update and expand knowledge of foot care practices using a variety of resources and learning opportunities.
-Utilize critical thinking skills in examining foot care situations.
-Implement and promote evidence-based nursing practice through research utilization.
-Utilize principles of health education, adult learning, and the teaching-learning process to meet the learning needs of foot care clients.
-Upon completion of the course, you will be able to identify and understand causes, prevention and treatment of common foot and nail disorders.
-Understand the care of high risk clients utilizing tools use in high risk clients.
-Understand factors affecting foot health.
-Understand the importance of safety using N95 mask, monofilament, digital thermometer and doppler.
-Understand the role of Doppler in assessing for peripheral arterial disease.
-Understand the process of sterilization of equipment and tools.
Program Requirements
*Computer or tablet online access is mandatory for all courses
Liability Insurance
RPNAO – https://www.rpnao.org/
RNAO– https://rnao.ca/
Canadian Nurses Protective Society–https://www.cnps.ca/
The nurse must complete application form and meet all program requirements before purchasing the basic and advanced foot care program.
- Once Application form has been completed, you will be contacted by the program director
- Any questions, please email.
- Please read Store Policies before Purchasing
Nursing Education Initiative (NEI) (Ontario)
Offered through RNAO and WeRPN. Many of our Ontario-based students have received up to $1,500.00 in funds from this initiative. Note that not all students receive the same amount and it is our understanding that funds do get depleted throughout the year. Please visit the NEI page of the RNAO/WeRPN websites to apply and for more information on the funding and application process.
Registered Nurses Foundation of Ontario
RNFOO is a charitable organization that provides financial support for nurses and nursing students in Ontario to help them further their educational studies, conduct nursing and health care research, and support community health initiatives.
https://www.rnfoo.org/awards-a-scholarships/annual-awards.html
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The nurse must complete application form and meet all program requirements before purchasing the basic and advanced foot care program.
Course Dates: Please see application form or Apply
Self-directed/Live Webinar online (Group online)
In-class (1 day session, small group or 1:1 class size (Covid Restrictions in Place)
Basic and Advanced Foot Care
Delivery Mode:
9 Module Program (10-12 weeks to complete- Online- 1 day in Class)
Module 1-Module 8 (1.5-2 hrs online/ live weekly webinar)
Modules 9 (1 day in class session)
Assignments/Exercises (minimum 80% pass)
In Class Online Exams (2) (minimum 80% pass)
In Class Demonstration Exam (minimum 80% pass)
This program requires successful completion of a theoretical (online/webinar), successful competition of assignments/exercises, case studies and exam (minimum 80% pass) and practical examination (1 day in class) for acknowledgement of completion. Full attendance is mandatory (online and in class).
Core Curriculum Nurse (RPN/RN)
This as an introductory Course to Basic and Advanced Nursing Foot Care, which provides nurses (RPN/RN/NP) with the knowledge (theory) and skills necessary to function as a Foot care Nurse in all clinical settings. This comprehensive basic and advanced foot care program follows RNAO and Public Health best practice guidelines in infection control, competency for foot care and evidence based practice in nursing foot care treatment.
The course reviews the theory of Basic & Advanced Diabetic foot care and is taught by fellow registered nurses with extensive knowledge and training in Basic and Advanced Nursing Foot care and Diabetic foot care.
This program provides basic through to advanced theoretical via (online/webinar) and practical (in class) instruction. The course is set up so students can learn at home following the online webinar schedule (module 1-8), then complete the final in class 1 day (module 9).
Full attendance and participation are mandatory.
Course fee includes
● Use of Instruments and lab costs- Sterile instruments (nippers, blacks files, foot files, scalpels, burs), use of different types of podiatry drills.
● Use of PPE’s (gowns, masks, eye protection, gloves, disinfectant wipes, etc.)
● Use of miscellaneous health teaching supplies (moisturizers, padding and strapping materials)
● Use of assessment tools (tuning fork, monofilaments, infrared thermometer etc.)
*Information available for access until end of course date, download option disabled on all documents
*Please read Niagara School of Foot Care Policies
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The nurse must complete application form and meet all program requirements before purchasing the basic and advanced foot care program.
Course Dates: Please see application form or Apply
In-class (4 day session, small group or 1:1 class size (Covid Restrictions in Place)
Basic and Advanced Foot Care
Delivery Mode:
9 Module Program (4 day in Class)
Assignments/Exercises (minimum 80% pass)
In Class Online Exams (2) (minimum 80% pass)
In Class Demonstration Exam (minimum 80% pass)
This program requires successful completion of a theoretical (in class), successful competition of assignments/exercises, case studies and exam (minimum 80% pass) and practical examination (4 days in class) for acknowledgement of completion. Full attendance is mandatory (online and in class).
Core Curriculum Nurse (RPN/RN)
This as an introductory Course to Basic and Advanced Nursing Foot Care, which provides nurses (RPN/RN/NP) with the knowledge (theory) and skills necessary to function as a Foot care Nurse in all clinical settings. This comprehensive basic and advanced foot care program follows RNAO and Public Health best practice guidelines in infection control, competency for foot care and evidence based practice in nursing foot care treatment.
The course reviews the theory of Basic & Advanced Diabetic foot care and is taught by fellow registered nurses with extensive knowledge and training in Basic and Advanced Nursing Foot care and Diabetic foot care.
This program provides basic through to advanced theoretical and practical (in class) instruction. The course is set up so students can learn 1:1 with the instructor.
Full attendance and participation are mandatory.
Course fee includes
● Use of Instruments and lab costs- Sterile instruments (nippers, blacks files, foot files, scalpels, burs), use of different types of podiatry drills.
● Use of PPE’s (gowns, masks, eye protection, gloves, disinfectant wipes, etc.)
● Use of miscellaneous health teaching supplies (moisturizers, padding and strapping materials)
● Use of assessment tools (tuning fork, monofilaments, infrared thermometer etc.)
*Information available for access until end of course date, download option disabled on all documents
*Please read Niagara School of Foot Care Policies
The nurse must provide proof of completion of previous basic foot care course certificate or completion acknowledgement. The nurse must also complete application form and meet all eligibility criteria before acceptance into the advanced foot care program.
This program is for nurses (RPN/RN’s) who have already taken the basic foot care program within 1-3 years at a recognized college or equivalent. Proof of completion of the basic course is required.
Advanced Foot Care
Course Dates: Please see application form or Apply
Self directed/Live Webinar online (Group online)
In-class (1 day session, small group or 1:1 class size (Covid Restrictions in Place)
Please read Store Policies before Purchasing
Please read FAQ if unsure if the program is for you.
Cancellation policy will remain the same as the basic/advanced foot care course. (See store policies)
Delivery Mode:
(5-8 Weeks Online- 1 Day in Class)
Module 1-Module 3 – Exempted from Basic
Module 4-8- Required (online/ live weekly webinar 1.5 -2 hrs approx. long)
Modules 9 (1 webinar online, 1 day in class session)
Assignments/Exercises (minimum 80% pass)
Online Exam (1) (minimum 80% pass)
In Class Demonstration (minimum 80% pass)
This program requires successful completion of a theoretical (online/webinar), successful competition of assignments/exercises, case studies and exam (minimum 80% pass) and practical examination ( 1 day in class). Full attendance is mandatory (online and in class)
Core Curriculum Nurse (RPN/RN)
This introductory to Advanced Foot Care Nurse course provides nurses (RPN/RN) with the knowledge (theory) and skills necessary to function as a Foot care Nurse in all clinical settings. This comprehensive advanced foot care program follows RNAO and Public Health best practice guidelines in infection control, competency for foot care and evidence based practice in nursing foot care treatment.
The course reviews the theory of Advanced and Diabetic foot care and is taught by fellow registered nurses with extensive knowledge and training in Basic and Advanced Nursing Foot care and Diabetic foot care.
This program provides basic through to advanced theoretical via (online/webinar) and practical (in class) instruction. The course is set up so students can learn at home following the online webinar schedule (module 4-7), then complete the final in class 1 day (module 9).
Full attendance and participation are mandatory.
Course fee includes
● Use of Instruments and lab costs- Sterile instruments (nippers, blacks files, foot files, scalpels, burs), use of different types of podiatry drills.
● Use of PPE’s (gowns, masks, eye protection, gloves, disinfectant wipes, etc.)
● Use of miscellaneous health teaching supplies (moisturizers, padding and strapping materials)
● Use of assessment tools (tuning fork, monofilaments, infrared thermometer etc.)
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The nurse must complete application form and meet all program requirements before purchasing the foot care program.
Course Dates: Please see application form or Apply
Self-directed Program
In-class (1 day session, small group or 1:1 class size (Covid Restrictions in Place)
Basic and Advanced Foot Care Self Directed Learning Format
Delivery Mode:
9 Module Program ( 8 online self directed webinars- 1 day in Class)
Module 1-Module 8 (1.5-2 hrs online pre-recorded webinars)
Modules 9 (1 webinar 1:1 and 1 day in class session)
Assignments/Exercises (minimum 80% pass)
Online Exams (2) (minimum 80% pass)
In Class Demonstration Exam (minimum 80% pass)
This program requires successful completion of a theoretical (online/webinar), successful competition of assignments/exercises, case studies and exam (minimum 80% pass) and practical examination (1 day in class) for acknowledgement of completion. Full attendance is mandatory (online and in class).
Core Curriculum Nurse (RPN/RN)
This as an introductory Course to Basic and Advanced Nursing Foot Care, which provides nurses (RPN/RN/NP) with the knowledge (theory) and skills necessary to function as a Foot care Nurse in all clinical settings. This comprehensive basic and advanced foot care program follows RNAO and Public Health best practice guidelines in infection control, competency for foot care and evidence based practice in nursing foot care treatment.
The course reviews the theory of Basic & Advanced Diabetic foot care and is taught by fellow registered nurses with extensive knowledge and training in Basic and Advanced Nursing Foot care and Diabetic foot care.
This program provides basic through to advanced theoretical via (online/webinar) and practical (in class) instruction. The course is set up so students can learn at home following the self directed online webinar schedule (module 1-8), then complete the final in class 1 day (module 9).
Full attendance and participation are mandatory.
Course fee includes
● Use of Instruments and lab costs- Sterile instruments (nippers, blacks files, foot files, scalpels, burs), use of different types of podiatry drills.
● Use of PPE’s (gowns, masks, eye protection, gloves, disinfectant wipes, etc.)
● Use of miscellaneous health teaching supplies (moisturizers, padding and strapping materials)
● Use of assessment tools (tuning fork, monofilaments, infrared thermometer etc.)
*Information available for access until end of course date, download option disabled on all documents
*Please read Niagara School of Foot Care Policies
RPN/RN/NP Basic & Advanced Foot Care Course 1:1 Format (Online Theory – 1 day in class) $2000 plus HST
RPN/RN/NP Basic & Advanced Foot Care Course 1:1 Format ( 4 days in class) – $2300 plus HST
RPN/RN/NP Advanced Foot Care Course 1:1 Format – $ 1000 plus HST
RPN/RN/NP Basic & Advanced Foot Care Course Self Directed Learning Format – $1500 plus HST
PSW Basic Foot Care Course
-Personal Support Workers/front line staff are considered an integral part of the health care team.
-They are front line workers which are the first contact for personal care (applying socks, shoes, washing and dry feet) to seniors and disabled clients/residents.
-They are often the ones who see the clients/residents feet more than anyone else.
-A PSW/Foot Care Aide work along with a team of health care professionals such as foot care nurses, family doctors, podiatrists or chiropodists, and others to help keep a person mobile and decrease their risk of developing foot ulcers which can lead to amputation.
-Personal support workers do not cut or trim the nail of diabetic clients, clients on blood thinners or clients who have certain circulatory disorders.
-They can take basic foot care training on identify abnormal disorders of the skin and nail during an assessment.
Program Requirements
– If applicant has proof of liability insurance, please provide proof.
*Computer or tablet online access is mandatory for all courses
Please read Niagara School of Foot Care Policies
Liability Insurance
Insurance for Personal Support Workers and Certified Caregivers
Holman Insurance Brokers Ltd.
3100 Steeles Avenue East, Suite 101,
Markham, Ontario L3R 8T3 T. 905. 886.5630 Ext 1224 l F: 905.886.5622
www.holmanins.com
*Niagara School of Foot Care is an Approved/Recognized Program
Financial Assistance
http://www.psno.ca/scholarship—home-and-community.html
https://personalsupportworkerhq.com/financial-assistance-for-psws/
Personal Support Network of Ontario
http://www.psno.ca/
Personal Support Worker (PSW) Registry of Ontario
https://www.psw-on.ca/
https://www.psw-on.ca/about-us.html
PSW Association of Ontario
www.ontariopswassociation.com/
PSW Code of Ethics
https://www.psw-on.ca/assets/documents/policies/code-of-ethics.pdf
Roles and Responsibilities of Personal Support Workers
https://www.psw-on.ca/assets/documents/policies/roles-and-responsibilities.pdf
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You must submit an application form, meet program requirements be able to take the basic foot care course.
Course Dates: Please see application form or Apply
Basic Foot Care Course
Delivery Mode:
Module 1-8 online pre – recorded webinars (Online-watch at your own pace)
Modules 9 (Recorded Demo Exam )
Assignments/Exercises (minimum 80% pass)
Online Exam (1) (minimum 80% pass)
Demonstration Exam (1) ( Recorded by student and submitted to instructor) (minimum 80% pass)
- This program requires successful completion of a theoretical (online/webinar), successful competition of assignments/exercises, case studies and exam (minimum 80% pass) and practical demo examination or completion. Full attendance is mandatory (online)
Core Curriculum PSW
Personal Support Workers are considered an integral part of the health care team. They are front line workers, first contact for personal care to seniors and disabled clients.
Personal support workers do not cut or trim the nail of diabetic clients, clients on blood thinners or clients who have certain circulatory disorders. During the course they will be taught how to identify abnormal disorders of the skin and nail during an assessment. The course reviews the theory of Basic foot care and is taught by fellow registered nurses with extensive knowledge and training in Basic and Advanced Nursing Foot care and Diabetic foot care.
This program provides the theory of basic foot care but also teaches the importance of assessment of the foot and other foot complications via (online/webinar) and practical (virtual) instruction. The course is set up so students can learn at home following the online webinar schedule (module 1-7), then complete the final demo exam video on a client volunteer (module 8).
Full attendance, participation and computer access is mandatory.
Course fee includes (will be mailed to you once course is paid for and closer to the final Module)
● Use of Instruments and lab costs- Sterile single use instruments (nippers, blacks files, foot files)
● Use of PPE’s (gowns, masks, gloves, disinfectant wipes, etc.)
● Use of miscellaneous health teaching supplies (moisturizers)
● Use of assessment tools ( mono-filaments)
Please read Niagara School of Foot Care Policies
Please Read
You must submit an application form, meet program requirements be able to take the basic foot care course.
Course Dates: Please see application form or Apply
Live Webinar Online (Group Online)
Basic Foot Care Course
Delivery Mode:
Module 1-8 online live weekly webinars (Approx. 8-10 weeks to complete)
Modules 9 (1:1 in class session)
Assignments/Exercises (minimum 80% pass)
Online Exam (1) (minimum 80% pass)
Demonstration Exam (1) ( Completed in class by with instructor) (minimum 80% pass)
- This program requires successful completion of a theoretical (online/webinar), successful competition of assignments/exercises, case studies and exam (minimum 80% pass) and practical demo examination or completion. Full attendance is mandatory (online)
Core Curriculum PSW
Personal Support Workers are considered an integral part of the health care team. They are front line workers, first contact for personal care to seniors and disabled clients.
Personal support workers do not cut or trim the nail of diabetic clients, clients on blood thinners or clients who have certain circulatory disorders. During the course they will be taught how to identify abnormal disorders of the skin and nail during an assessment. The course reviews the theory of Basic foot care and is taught by fellow registered nurses with extensive knowledge and training in Basic and Advanced Nursing Foot care and Diabetic foot care.
This program provides the theory of basic foot care but also teaches the importance of assessment of the foot and other foot complications via (online/webinar) and practical (in class) instruction. The course is set up so students can learn at home following the online webinar schedule (module 1-8), then complete the in class session demo exam with the instructor (module 9).
Full attendance, participation and computer access is mandatory.
Course fee includes (will be mailed to you once course is paid for and closer to the final Module)
● Use of Instruments and lab costs- Sterile single use instruments (nippers, blacks files, foot files)
● Use of PPE’s (gowns, masks, gloves, disinfectant wipes, etc.)
● Use of miscellaneous health teaching supplies (moisturizers)
● Use of assessment tools ( mono-filaments)
Please read Niagara School of Foot Care Policies
Basic Foot Care Course PSW- Full Distance Education/ Self Directed Learning – $500.00 plus HST
Basic Foot Care Course PSW-1:1 Format (online/inclass) – $1000.00 plus HST
Live Webinar of the theory of setting up your own Foot Care Practice. Great webinar for nurses new to independent practice or those needing to update their practice due to COVID-19.
Course Start Date: TBD please Apply
Cost: $50 plus HST
The 1.5 hr webinar will offer advice and information.
- How to start your own foot care business (no legal advice provided)
- How to connect with insurance companies
- Companies to connect with for start up cost assistance
- Liability and business Insurance
- Banking
- Accounting advice
- CNO best practice guidelines related to private practice.
- Certificate of continuing education provided at end of webinar session
*Webinar is provided 1:1 Please email to plan date of webinar.
Please read Store Policies before Purchasing
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Please fill out an application form before signing up or purchasing the program.
Program cost: $400 plus HST
Course Start Date: TBD please Apply
Mentoring is a partnership that involves two individuals (Nurses) who are committed to professional and personal growth in the foot care field.
The Foot Care nurse mentorship program will provide a nurse who has completed the basic and advanced foot care program with 1:1 support of a fellow foot care nurse.
The benefit of the mentorship opportunity is to observe and gain knowledge of how to implement foot care within the scope of practice to clients in a residential/ clinical setting (Location is in the Niagara Region). This program requires successful competition of assignments/exercises. Full attendance is mandatory .
What are the benefits for the mentee?
- The mentees gain exposure to the proper foot care procedures
- Broaden their network of fellow foot care nurses
- Enlist professional support and encouragement from the mentor
- Enhance personal effectiveness through informal feedback
- Improve their understanding of how foot care clinics/ visits work
- Gain new skills and the opportunity to practice them in a structured setting
- Solidify career goals.
- Certificate of continuing education provided at end of session
Documents Required
Applicant must provided proof of current non-restricted nursing registration license as a registered nurse, registered practical nurse with College of Nurses of Ontario ( CNO).
Applicant must provide proof of professional liability insurance from your nursing association.
Applicant must provide proof current (within 6 months) of vulnerable sector check
*Computer access is mandatory for all courses