This program introduces the principles and practices of foot care as defined and established by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM), Nursing Foot Care Standards. Participants will be introduced to anatomy, structure and function of the lower extremities. Nursing assessment of the lower extremities, common foot afflictions, tools and the interventions necessary for safe and effective basic nursing foot care will be explored. Assessment and use of foot care instruments and products, gait differentiations, footwear, consultation and referral of clients, and evaluating the effectiveness of foot care, footwear and client education are included.
Students will have the opportunity for supervised application of foot care theory and skills in both the classroom and the clinical area. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
This is a post graduate certification. Students must have a nursing diploma or certificate (current registration with CLPNM, CRNM, CRPN) and relevant experience. Submit these documents with your application to Admissions/ Registrations. |
| Application Notes : | Applications are only accepted by mail or in person. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.