Mission Statement: To enrich the participants with a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practical expertise necessary to succeed in the foot care industry.
The North American School of Podology is an organization headed by foot care specialists including doctors, nurses, IC specialists, chiropodists, pedorthists, nail techs, and estheticians. The organization is dedicated to offering the most current and leading edge foot care education available today.
FOOT CARE AS A PROFESSION
- 85% of the adult population has a foot or foot-related problem
- Foot care treatments are changing – Important to take continuing education & stay current in the foot care profession
- Exceptional career opportunities
The curriculum is based on current Best Practices for Cleaning, Disinfection, & Sterilization. The CAFCN National Competencies for Advanced Nursing Foot Care in Canada material will be distributed and discussed in class.
References:
- IPAC Checklist for Chiropody and Podiatry – Reprocessing of Medical Equipment/Devices (May 2019)
- IPAC Position Statement – Reprocessing of Critical Foot Care Devices (July 2019)
COURSE OUTLINE – 2 WEEKENDS – HOURS PER DAY
FRIDAY – 5pm – 9pm – one 30 minute break
SATURDAY – 9am – 5pm – two 15 minute breaks, one 45 minute lunch
SUNDAY – 9am – 4pm – two 15 minute breaks, one 45 minute lunch