Enteral Feeding
 

Course Overview
This course provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely support children and young people who receive enteral feeding. Learners will develop an understanding of enteral feeding systems, safe administration procedures, troubleshooting common issues, and responding appropriately to emergencies.
 
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of enteral feeding in children and young people

• Identify different types of feeding tubes and devices

• Safely prepare and administer enteral feeds, fluids, and medication

• Recognise and respond to common complications

• Follow infection prevention and control procedures

• Maintain accurate documentation and records

• Demonstrate safe practice in accordance with organisational policies and individual care plans
   

Practical Skills Session

• Equipment familiarisation

• ​Feed preparation and administration

• Pump operation

• Troubleshooting common problems

• Scenario-based learning
   

Suitable For

• Nurses

• Healthcare assistants

• Carers and support workers

• Social care staff

• Education staff supporting children with medical needs

• Parents and family carers
   

Optional Competency Assessment
Practical competency assessment and workplace sign-off can be included to ensure participants can safely perform enteral feeding procedures within their own setting.